Strain Equine Services, LLC

08/23/2024

It’s a “bed head hair, don’t care” kind of Friday! Forte said Friday appointments with Dr. Johnson are better with bed head and shavings!

As the heat 🥵 returns this weekend, be sure to help keep the ponies comfortable:

💦 Offer fesh water sources.

💦 Consider the use of electrolytes on hot days. Be sure to follow the directions of your veterinarian or the product’s packaging.

💦 Shade should be available.

💦 Remember, sweating is a GOOD thing! It is the horse’s natural way to cool off.

💦 Soaking feed can offer additional hydration opportunities.

08/23/2024

Please help us congratulate Dr. Johnson’s assistant, Maris, on becoming officially branded!

Congratulations on continuing to achieve your goals!!

I have to thank Misfit Marketing for doing such an amazing job on designing a logo for me!! The business is very fast and extremely easy to work with!
I was worried my logo would look basic or boring, but she made sure that wouldn’t be the case☺️☺️

08/21/2024

“The delicate balance of mentoring someone is not creating them in your own image, but giving them the opportunity to create themselves.” – Steven Spielberg

Alexa is in the trusted drivers seat with the scope while Dr. Strain is checking things out, teaching as he goes! Great job, Team!!! 💙






📸 credit: Dr. Johnson

08/18/2024

Due to the National shortage of equine veterinarians and support staff, scammers attempting to sell Strain Equine Services, LLC merchandise will be expected to show up and work shifts.

Congratulations Barbara123Jones, we start at 8:00 am in the mornings. Hope you like to run horses for lamenesses. 🫡 😂

Again, in all seriousness, don’t buy anything “from us” that isn’t from us. The spammers are back at it!

08/16/2024

Drink the water, pony! 💦

Have you ever been told to not allow a hot, sweaty horse to drink cold water because it could lead to colic, founder or tie up?

This notion is actually a myth, and a dangerous one too, because it could lead to dehydration and very serious (and real) consequences. A sweaty, hardworking horse needs to be rehydrated without delay (i.e. don’t wait for the horse to cool down first).

The key, however, is to know how much water to allow at one time — because of the equine stomach’s relatively small capacity, offer small amounts of water every 20 minutes until the horse drinks his fill rather than letting the animal drink it all at once.

Remember that water is the most vital nutrient for a horse. A horse’s daily water requirements are influenced by many factors, but the average idle 1,100-pound horse in a cool environment will drink 6 to 10 gallons of water per day. That amount may easily double or triple in a hot environment! Therefore, it goes without saying that providing cool, clean water to your horses at all times is of paramount importance.

Source: Equus Magazine and AAEP member Dr. Anthony Blikslager. More information about offering a horse water can be found at https://equusmagazine.com/.../offering-a-horse-water...

08/15/2024

Dr. Johnson’s assistant, Maris is working hard on her goals and helping horses through equine massage! We are so proud of her achievements and are excited to see what she continues to accomplish! 🤩

08/12/2024

Boehringer Ingelheim Equine Health is offering a $10 rebate on 60-count Prascend. This offer is good currently on boxes purchased between now and November 30th! (Rebate must be submitted by December 30th.)

Rebate: https://www.boehringeringelheimequinerebates.com/ #/home

08/09/2024

When you gotta finish your movement exam for Dr. Johnson but you also know it’s 5:00 somewhere…. 🤣🍹

08/05/2024

As school starts back up, so do the back to school photos! Help keep the little ones (and not so little ones) safe by limiting personal identification information (such as school, grade, age) off social media platforms. 📚🖍️

This is also a reminder to get those fall vaccination appointments on the schedule with your local veterinarian! 🩺💉

08/02/2024

“Howdy, Partners!”

This kiddo moseyed on over for a visit with Dr. Johnson. He would tip his “cowboy hat” to you all but he has no thumbs to do that…. 🤠

He says “Y’All have a good day!”

07/31/2024

There are a lot of sources on the internet and social media. The best place to start…. with your veterinarian who has a understanding of your horse’s current medical condition and can recommend any necessary veterinary diagnostics or treatment, and any specific dietary requirements. Horses, like people are all individuals with unique dietary needs based on metabolic condition, work load, dental health, hoof health, and stress levels. 🤓






📸 credit: Facebook

07/29/2024

There’s a worldwide shortage of equine veterinarians and equine veterinary technicians. Be kind to the veterinarians and staff who show up and dedicate themselves to their craft. 💙

Our clinic was sent this unsigned letter today.

Do you wonder why equine vets are leaving the profession at staggering rates, and there is an extreme shortage? This. Right. Here.

$150,000-$200,000 of veterinary school student debt is common. Equine vets have lower salaries and longer, less predictable work hours compared to small animal colleagues. We love horses so much that we have dedicated our lives to helping them. Yes, we absolutely do need to have that "almighty dollar" to pay our student loans, stock our truck with meds and equipment to help the horses that horse who colics at 11pm (right when we are climbing into bed!), and to pay our wonderful, dedicated employees who deserve to be compensated for their hard work.

Wellness/preventative care services (annual exams, vaccinations, dentistry) are the bread and butter of an equine general practice. The revenue from those services is the reason that we are able to financially support having 3 trucks stocked and ready to go, with one of our three veterinarians always on call 24/7/365 to help our current patients in an emergency. If everyone ordered vaccines from a magazine and never involved their vet in preventative care, only calling in an emergency, vets would need to charge 10x as much for emergency services just to keep their practice afloat. (Not to mention that the annual exam is so important, and always saves money in the long run when we can catch problems early.) Please use your vet for routine care if you expect them to be available for emergencies.

Do you wonder why veterinarians end their own lives at 4 times the rate of the general population?

After dedicating our lives to helping horses, spending 8 years studying in college and vet school, sacrificing family time to be out on cold rainy nights tending to emergencies after already long, hard days, and then being told we don't have a heart and don't really want to help animals....THAT is the problem.

I considered just throwing this letter in the trash without giving it much thought. Our clients are wonderful, appreciative, and I know that we make a difference in their horses' lives, so I can shrug it off. But what if the person who received this letter was in mental distress after losing a patient that they tried everything to save, and this letter pushed them over the edge to quit, or worse? The reason I decided to post this is because this is not an isolated incident. Reviews like this are posted every single day directed at all types of vet practices, or it's an off-handed comment at the barn about vets just being in it for the money. If you hear those comments, please don't let it go- speak up for your vet's sake. This has GOT to stop. Or there will be none of us left.

07/26/2024

Attention Strain Equine Services, LLC Clients:

Tell your ponies to play it COOL 😎 this weekend as our veterinarians will be out of the service area and unable to respond to emergencies from now until 9:00 am on Sunday morning.

If you need to reach a veterinarian, please contact Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine. 📞 🛻 Have a plan in place.

Ponies: you all GOT this!! 💪🏻 Stay chilled this weekend!!!

07/26/2024

Just your summer reminder to keep checking underneath those fly masks:

👁️ Are both eyes open, with eyelids symmetrical in appearance or does one appear swollen or slightly closed?

👁️ Any new eye drainage or discharge?

👁️ Any signs of facial rubbing or itching of the eyes?

Also check under those fly boots for signs of:

🦟 Skin irritation.

🦟 Sores or abrasions requiring first aid treatment.

🦟 Any swelling around the lower leg.

If you notice anything concerning while checking on your horse, contact your veterinarian for their recommendation!

07/22/2024

Dr. Johnson and Brandie feeling the love today! Our clients spoil us so much!! Thank you!!! ☺️ 💙

07/18/2024

It’s that time of year where the summer heat is going strong, causing sweaty humans and horses. Help ensure your horse is staying hydrated!

Consider these tips:

💦 Offer fresh water sources (clean trough water and fresh buckets).

💦 Have two water buckets available in the stall. Horses often develop a preference of which bucket they drink out of first.

💦 Soaking feed can help sneak in extra water.

💦 Equine electrolytes or salts can be added to feeds. Follow the dosing recommendations from your veterinarian if your horse has unique dietary needs.

💦 Exercise during the cooler parts of the day.

💦 Soaking hay can be helpful!

Read more here: https://extension.umn.edu/horse-nutrition/encouraging-your-horse-drink

07/17/2024

Marriage advice?

07/16/2024

Happy National I Love Horses Day! 🐎

Whether you're an equine veterinarian, horse owner, or both, it's the love for the horse that drives the passion for what we do.

Thank you to all of the dedicated horse doctors and veterinary professionals who care for the equine companions that hold a special place in our hearts.

07/12/2024

The summer heat and sun won't be letting up any time soon, so make sure your equine friends are adequately protected from harmful UV rays. ☀️

Hot summer weather puts horses at risk not only for dehydration and heat stress but also the skin damage and discomfort that accompany a sunburn— just like humans.

A lot of equestrians love some chrome on a horse, but it's important to remember that those beautiful white markings and the non-pigmented pink skin underneath are more likely to suffer from sunburn, especially in areas where the skin is more sensitive — like around the eyes and the nostrils.

In addition to the pain and discomfort, horses that are prone to recurrent sunburn may also face other long-term consequences, like the increased likelihood of developing squamous cell carcinoma (a common cancer).

If your horse is susceptible to sunburn, contact your veterinarian for more information about sun damage and recommendations to keep your horse protected this summer.

07/09/2024

It's National Farriers Week! Let's celebrate the hard work that our farriers put in daily to partner with equine veterinarians and ensure the health and well-being of our horses. Proper hoof care is essential for a sound and happy horse, so it goes without saying that a skilled farrier is both a necessity and a tremendous asset.

Don't forget to give a shoutout to your farriers this week and show them your appreciation for their dedication to their craft!

07/08/2024

Don’t forget Adequan’s $20 rebate after purchase! Details available here: https://adequan.com/rebate

Talk to your veterinarian to see if Adequan is right for your horse! 💉

07/05/2024

Our office is closing today at 2:00 p.m. for the holiday weekend. Clients may reach the veterinarian on call for emergencies at (913) 473-6970. 📞

Haven a wonderful weekend! We will open Monday morning for our normal business hours. 🇺🇸

07/04/2024

Reminder: we are closed today.

Our office will be open tomorrow for a shortened office day. The veterinarian on call can be reached at (913) 473-6970 for client emergencies. 📞

07/01/2024

Sometimes getting their ears forward is a team effort by the veterinary team! 😂

06/26/2024

Turns out, fly masks are helpful for other species, too! 🦟

06/24/2024

This kid may be the only one who’s smiling in this heat! ☀️

Just kidding- Dr. Johnson is smiling, too! 😎

06/21/2024

Lamenesses and dentals got us feeling like “Listen Linda!”.

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06/19/2024

Please help us thank not only the veterinary professionals of Strain Equine Services, LLC, but veterinary professionals world wide! 🩺

Equine veterinarians, equine veterinary technicians and assistants, and critical supportive staff work hard daily to care for animals all over the world. 🌎

Here’s to the late dinners, early breakfasts on the go, years of education, the hours put in every single day long after the day technically ended, and the passion that drives it all….. THANK YOU!!! 💙

https://www.catster.com/lifestyle/veterinary-appreciation-day/