IVCA Certified chiropractic care
Traditional Chinese Vet. Med. Cert. Vet. Acupuncturist
PEMF Dr. Kirsten offers veterinary chiropractic services around Minnesota.
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She graduated from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. After completing a one year internship at Elgin Veterinary Hospital, Equine division, she worked in private equine practice in North Texas. In 2011 she attended Options for Animals in Wellsville Kansas, the oldest Animal Chiropractic school. After completing the Essentials course, Dr. Kirsten became certified th
rough the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association. She is licensed in Minnesota, Texas and Oklahoma. Animal Chiropractics focuses on maintenance of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. The brain and spinal cord are the command centers of the body and control everything that occurs in an animal's body. The spinal cord is protected and housed inside the spine (vertebral column); a complex frame of bones, ligaments, tendons and nerves. Decreased mobility in the spine can alter the performance of the nerves as they pass out of the spine and branch out to the organs and muscles of the body. If the nervous system is not functioning properly the animal cannot function properly. This dysfunction can manifest as stiffness, gait abnormality, pain or even organ dysfunction. Chiropractic treatment focuses on restoring proper motion to the vertebrae and therefore a well functioning nervous system. An animal chiropractor uses their exam to find vertebral subluxation complexes (areas of restriction). The animal chiropractor then uses a very precise thrust on the immobile structure to restore mobility and allow proper neurological function. Animal chiropractics is not meant to replace primary veterinary care, but instead be used in conjunction for a comprehensive approach to the well-being of the animal. Dr. Kirsten completed the Traditional Chinese Veterinary Acupuncture course through the Chi University in 2017 and became certified in 2018, earning her CVA. Traditional Chinese medicine looks at the body and how it functions in a different way than traditional Western medicine. Seeing disease as a symptom of a deficient or excess pattern in the body. This is another tool to help treat animals in both health and disease. Acupuncture has been shown to increase the body's beta-endorphin level, stimulate nerve function and increase circulating stem cells. Recently Magna Wave, a pulsed electromagnetic field therapy(PEMF), was added to the practice. PEMF sends a pulse through the tissues of the body, increasing circulation, and can therefore help reduce inflammation, decrease discomfort and help with healing time from injuries
What an amazing weekend.
Thank you trinity equine services, Anna and Derek Schueler, this little mare and her owners.
In vet school the focus was name, origin, insertion, and action. To be able to work through the body, and see the intricacies of how the body works together and how a tiny change can affect so many things solidified and brought new goals to work towards in my practice.
Remember when your parents used to tell you to wait 30 minutes after eating before going for a swim? Unlike us, horses can actually benefit from eating forage before they exercise, as it may help reduce the risk of gastric ulcers.
While a variety of things can contribute to the development of stomach ulcers (medications, diet, stress, etc.), one train of thought is that these areas of irritation result as a consequence of the acid of the stomach splashing against unprotected parts of the stomach lining. When a horse eats forage, the hay can help absorb some of that acid and thus reduce the risk of ulcer formation.
It is important to note that a forage meal (one comprised of hay or grass) provides the most benefit, while eating large volumes of concentrate feeds (such as oats, corn, or other cereal grains) can actually increase the amount of acid within the stomach.
As always, please be sure to consult with your vet regarding further diagnostics and treatments if you have concerns that your horse may have gastric ulcers.
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Brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee
An interesting little case study
Recognizing the need for immediate intervention, VVV turned to MagnaWave as a ray of hope. This non-invasive, holistic approach aimed to facilitate recovery, alleviate mastitis, and maintain eating and rumination function during illness.
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Veterinary Alert Minnesota Board of Animal Health sent this bulletin at 02/13/2024 11:15 AM CST Veterinary Alert A 10-year-old pregnant female Quarter Horse in Clearwater County tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) in early February. Neurological symptoms combined with the EHV-1 infectio...
A great 2 days of continuing education
Final reminder! Registration for the online courses closes January 7 at 11:59pm. We have a great line up of courses; there's something for everyone.
🌱 Basic Horse Nutrition
🚜 Growing and Feeding Horse Hay
🦠 Horse Biosecurity
♻️ Horse Carcass Composting
🐎 Managing Overweight Horses
🐴 Manure Management
🌾 Pasture Establishment and Management
The 6-week courses begin on Monday, January 8 and conclude on Sunday, February 18. Registration ($75 per course) is required by January 7 and is limited.
For more information and to register ➡ https://extension.umn.edu/horse/horse-events
Super exciting news!!! Our friends at Purina Horse Feed are putting on another Professional Farrier Nutrition Meeting held in St Paul!!! It's an awesome opportunity for us to learn about nutrition relating to a horse's hooves. Nobody expects us to be experts on Nutrition, but understanding the basics of hoof health and how nutrition plays a role is a huge advantage to our clients, both horse and human. Last years was very informative, and this one will be too!!
Thank you!!
Purina Sales Specialist Andrea Passe
Purina Sales Specialist Kyla Durnford
Learn how UC Davis researchers have found a gene associated with longevity in golden retrievers, a dog breed with a 65% chance of dying of cancer.
Some great pictures for explanation
A great series of shows to sponsor!
💥💥💥2024 PLANNING 💥💥💥
👉My planning has started for the 2024 season! As you all know, I can't offer the awards, jackpot neck ribbons, jackpot added money & series awards that I do without my sponsors! If you know anyone interested in sponsoring, please have them PM me & I can send them sponsor info!
👉 NEW FOR 2024, If you are a Gold or Corporate level sponsor (or are responsible for helping me get a Gold or Corporate level sponsor) you will be able to arrive in Mason City On Thursday nights(after 6pm) and there will be no additional cost for your stalls!💃 My way of saying Thank You 🙏
You will need to pay for an additional night of electricity, if you are plugged in!
✨ Check out the sponsors that are already on my 2024 Sponsor Team! ✨
Miguel Aguilar Custom Saddles
Horsemen of Iowa Inc.
Spring Creek Motocross Park
Hannah’s Custom Tack and Boutique
J-H Custom Leather
Cowpokes Western Shop Kellogg MN
Assurance Feed
Denny's Trailer Sales
Heather Eilering
Intermediate live shoeing finish up
Annual Contest and Clinic with Adam Fahr CJF
About halfway through the intermediate live shoeing
Almost done with the open division live shoeing
Annual Contest and Clinic with Adam Fahr CJF
Getting ready to start the open division live shoeing
Annual Contest and Clinic with Adam Fahr CJF
It's been too hot for my assistant lately, but he gets to ride along for the MNFA contest at Northwest today and tomorrow
A little different view for the morning stops
Acupuncture for the eye!
I came home to Suzie's left eye horribly swollen and tearing. Her conjunctiva was red, swollen and angry, and she had a small corneal ulcer just below Center.
I started antibiotic eye drops and pulled blood for serum. With the a little bit of the blood I also used hemoacupuncture at Bladder 1 and Gallbladder 1 after cleaning the skin.
The swelling is markedly improved after less than 12 hours
"HOT" TIPS FOR SAFE SUMMER RIDING
As you enjoy some fun in the sun with your favorite equine, make sure you understand how the combination of heat and humidity can take the fun part out the equation — and potentially even turn into a dangerous situation for your horse.
When riding in hot weather, remember to take precautions and use your common sense. Remain vigilant for dehydration and for signs of heat exhaustion, as the situation can quickly escalate into heat stroke. If your horse looks hot and tired, it's time for a drink, a cold bath and a break in the shade.
Consult your veterinarian for more information, or learn more about the signs of heat stroke on our website at https://aaep.org/issue/heat-stroke
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What else to do on a summer Friday night? Work on my own horses, and E just finished working her pony
Mid-summer check-in
I've been quiet on here because it's been so busy! Small animal is booking out almost a month and large animal just slightly less. I didn't let the fractured ankle slow me down, except in the show ring. But we were back to showing last weekend! We spent a great weekend down in Mason city with DW Productions.
As fair season ramps up stay cool and safe, and have fun!
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Getting ready to start the open division live shoeing
