Troy Equine Services

10/31/2024

October is RVT appreciation month, and I’d like to take a moment to acknowledge our integral registered veterinary technicians 💚🩵

In our veterinary world, an RVT acts as a radiologist, surgical assistant, phlebotomist, laboratory technician, bandage expert, emotional support person, and the list goes on!

Taylor and Olivia are outstanding team members and a delight to spend each day with. We could not do it without them. Thank you ladies for your unwavering dedication to your patients and your team! You certainly deserve to be celebrated 🎊

10/29/2024

📣AAEP has some great resources for Horse Owner Education! Tomorrow's webinar focuses on learning what to expect when breeding your mare.
If you are interested, scan the QR code to register 📚

Don't forget to sign up for this week's Horse Owner Education Webinar!

This Wednesday (Oct. 30), join AAEP member veterinarian and board-certified theriogenologist Dr. Dale Kelley for a one-hour webinar discussion that will cover the basics of reproductive biology of the horse, the logistics of breeding season, and what to expect when breeding your mare.

Registration is FREE but required. Attendees are also encouraged to submit their questions in advance through the registration form. A recording of the webinar will be available if you miss the live event.

Register here: https://aaep-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CHkvKjmpTlGOiPMbwhEtBA #/registration

This informative session is brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

10/24/2024

Yesterday we said goodbye to a very special member of the Troy Equine family. Ruben has been a part of Dr. Paula’s family for a very long time. Ruben was the first pony of Dr. Paula’s daughter Isabel, who left us too early. He loved Isabel dearly, and most of the time Isabel only. He taught Isabel how to stay on a horse by trying his absolute hardest to get her off. Estimated to be in his 30’s, Ruben lived a wonderful long life with Dr. Paula and her family. All of us at Troy Equine are incredibly grateful to have known him and he will be dearly missed by many. We know Isabel can’t wait to be reunited with her special friend. Enjoy a bug free world with all the grass you can eat Ruben 🤍

We want to send a special shoutout to Barn Angels Composting for the wonderful aftercare service they provided during a difficult time. It is comforting to know that our clients have a compassionate option for aftercare when needed.

10/11/2024

Post dental float naps or post thanksgiving dinner naps? Looks the same to us! We hope everyone gets some rest and relaxation like Solly and Maverick this thanksgiving weekend! 🦃🍂

We want to remind all of our clients that we will be closed on Monday October 14th and regular business hours will resume Tuesday October 15th. As always, if you have an emergency, the on call veterinarian can be reached at 226-755-0785. 📞

We hope you all have a wonderful thanksgiving weekend with family and friends! 🧡

10/08/2024

Incase you are wondering where Dr. Cristina is, she is busy trying to figure out how to fit Prince into the backseat of the vet truck! 🥰

09/27/2024

👁️ When Kramer needed an emergency enucleation (surgical removal of the eye) his owner had to get creative with his bandage changes with limited pairs of hands to help! She got out her apron and had it fully stocked with all her materials and supplies she would need to change his bandage on her own, we thought this was genius! Safe to say everyone in the clinic wants their own “bandage change apron” now. ❤️‍🩹

We love sharing life hacks that we learn about from our clients to make everyone’s lives a little bit easier!

08/16/2024

While spring has come and gone, it is important to remember that summer and fall are prime seasons for mosquito borne viruses! 🦟

The OAHN recently released a statement that there were two confirmed cases of EEE in horses so far this season. EEE is a mosquito borne viral neurological disease that is often fatal, usually within 2-3 days of the onset of clinical signs. The virus is passed via bites from infected mosquitoes. Signs can range from:
- Fever
- Depression/Lethargy
- Weakness
- Ataxia
- Seizures
- Rapid Behaviour Changes
- Blindness, circling, head pressing, tremors
- Coma and Death

➡️ The affected cases reported so far have been in unvaccinated horses!

Good news! If you horse is up to date on their “4way” or “6way” vaccines, they are covered! 🎉

Contact the clinic to ask if your horse is up to date or to book your vaccines today ☎️

07/26/2024

We ❤️ our clients and patients! Thank you Kristie for including us in Aurora’s special day, it means so much to all of us at Troy Equine. She has had quite the journey and we are happy to help her through it every step of the way. Happy 22nd Birthday Aurora! 🥳🎉

We are so grateful for all of our amazing clients and the wonderful patients we get to work with on a daily basis!

07/05/2024

Introducing our wonderful summer assistant Brooke❣️

A little bit late but we would like to introduce you to our summer assistant Brooke! You may recognize Brooke from when she did her high school co-op placement with us. She is now attending the University of Guelph - Ridgetown Campus for Veterinary Technology and is set to graduate and become an RVT next year!

We are so excited to have her join our team for the summer and you will see her out on the road assisting our doctors at appointments (or snuggling post dental float with sleepy ponies 🥰)

06/27/2024

Happy Almost Long-Weekend!! 🍁

Our office will be closed this Monday July 1st for the holiday ❤️🤍 Returning to regular hours on Tuesday July 2nd at 8am.

If you experience an emergency over the weekend please call our reception line and you will be directed to the veterinarian on call.
☎️: (226) 755-0785

06/19/2024

It’s a hot one out there and we want you to be prepared with all the information you need to keep your four legged companions cool during this heat wave! 🔥🥵

Check out these hot weather tips from the AAEP! ☀️

We want to hear from you! What tricks and tips do you have to keep your horses cool during hot weather? Comment below❗️

06/14/2024

Here is Dr. Cristina performing an ESWT (shockwave) treatment on Mimosa after an injury to her suspensory ligament.

What is ESWT?
ESWT (extracorporeal shock wave therapy), otherwise known as shockwave, is a non-invasive therapy that involves applying waves of energy to a specific area of the body. It is a common treatment modality for many issues including:
- Tendon and ligament injuries
- Fractures
- Arthritis
- Back and neck pain
- Navicular syndrome
- And many other soft and hard tissue injuries

It works by emitting sound waves directly to a targeted area of the body which stimulates tissue repair, increases blood flow and reduces pain and inflammation, which all result in improved speed and quality of healing.

We are proud to offer this service to our clients as another tool to help keep your horses feeling their absolute best!

06/02/2024

Yesterday our Troy Equine team and family had the pleasure of attending the Vector Equestrian annual charity show in support of the MS Clinic at the Hamilton General Hospital. 🧡

Our very own Dr. Paula Dupuy competed in the class on her stallion Madhatter securing a top 3 placing! Way to go Paula! 🎉

What a wonderful evening full of food, drinks, horses and fun in support of a great cause!

05/17/2024

Happy Foal Friday 😍 Congrats to the owners of this stunning little filly.

❣️ Now that we have your attention thanks to the most adorable foal ever, we will be closed Monday May 20th for the long weekend. We hope you all enjoy some sunshine with your four legged friends! As always, emergency services are available to our regular clients and the on call veterinarian can be reached at 226-755-0785 ☎️

04/26/2024

This week was veterinary receptionist appreciation week and with that we want to give a major shoutout to our amazing office manager, the one and only, Madeleine❣️

She is the voice behind the phone, face behind the screen, the organization queen, scheduling master, office manager extraordinaire and most importantly a truly wonderful leader and member of our team.

Thank you for always going above and beyond what is asked of you and being a constant ray of sunshine that brightens all of our days. We appreciate you! 🩷

04/25/2024

Captured a super special moment today 🎥 We were waiting with baited breath as Dr. Paula's pregnant mare comfortably coasted past her due date last week. Then this morning we were welcomed by a brand new beautiful foal 🌸

This filly is only 8 hours old as we watched her leave the barn and trot (!!) into the sunshine for her first time!

Congratulations Dr. Paula on your adorable addition to the Troy family, and well done to mama mare 🩷

04/23/2024

It isn’t foal Friday but we couldn’t wait until then to share this little cutie with you all! 🥰

This girl had everyone holding their breath awaiting her arrival and after 361 days she decided to grace us with her presence!

Congratulations to the owners of this adorable filly and welcome to the world little one 🎉

04/03/2024

Attention ‼️ Sully wants everyone to know that insect season and show season are on the way which means it’s time to get vaccinated! This handsome boy and his owner are going to sleep well tonight knowing he is protected against threats like West Nile, Potomac Horse Fever, Equine Herpesvirus, Rabies and more! 🦟🪰🐴

Call, text or email us to book your horses vaccines today! Prevention is the best medicine. ☎️