Grand Prix Equine

08/23/2024

Have you heard 👂

Be sure to turn in to the Disease Du Jour podcast and listen to our very own Dr. Johanna Kremberg chat with host Carly Sisson about all things pre-purchase exams. Considering buying a horse and interested in what exactly goes into a pre-purchase? This one is for you!

https://bit.ly/4https://www.horseradionetwork.com/2024/07/ep-138-prepurchase-exams-with-dr-johanna-kremberg/6WP2Tc

08/17/2024

Happy Birthday to our technician Heidi!

Heidi works with Dr. Baus, traveling anywhere they are needed, likes all things sports medicine related, will scrub joints all day with a smile, and enjoys spending her free time riding her favorite mare Layla.
www.grandprixequine.com/meetourstaff

08/15/2024

Happy Birthday to Dr. Luvie Abell!

Dr. Abell heads our GPE Shoreline location, serving patients in the southern-central region of Connecticut. She provides thorough care, focusing on each horse's comfort and well-being, from general wellness to sports medicine, and incorporates chiropractic and acupuncture treatments. Dr. Abell is a true superwoman, balancing her veterinary career with being a mom to her son, a horse, three dogs, and a cat, all while finding time to compete in eventing. She definitely deserves to be celebrated!

08/09/2024

Happy birthday to our amazing technician Ella!

Ella is Dr. Kremberg’s right hand woman, a mentor to our team of techs, is rarely seen without her adorable pup Annie, and is also the model for some of our products.
www.grandprixequine.com/meetourstaff

07/27/2024

Everyone is enjoying the cooling station !

07/25/2024

Stop by the Equine Cooling Station provided by Millbrook Equine + Grand Prix Equine at Millbrook Horse Trials Friday and Saturday by Barn B. Cool down horses and riders with misting fans, ice, and refreshments. Plus, enter our raffle to win FREE Gastrogard. Good luck to all of the competitors!

07/22/2024

Join our Long Island team! We are searching for a full-time equine ambulatory veterinary technician/assistant to work on Long Island. The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent horse handling skills- preferably someone who has worked in the sport horse industry. Candidates must possess strong computer and communication skills, be motivated, dependable, and organized with a great work ethic. Lifting/carrying of up to 50 lbs and a clean driving record are required. We offer a competitive salary based on experience, excellent benefits, and continuing education. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Jill at [email protected]

07/21/2024

WELCOME to Dr. Megan Leclerc, our intern veterinarian for 2024-25. Megan is a Connecticut native who earned her DVM from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Leclerc graduated in May 2024 and was honored to receive the Dechra Excellence in Equine Sports Medicine award. We are so excited Megan has joined us for her internship year.

To learn more about our veterinarians and staff,
visit: https://www.grandprixequine.com/meetourvets

07/09/2024

No hoof, no horse! Thank you to all of the farriers that work tirelessly at perfecting their craft.

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!

07/04/2024

We hope everyone has a fun 4th of July weekend!

Grand Prix Equine is open for emergencies only for the holiday. Call 203-733-0789 ext. 0 if you need to reach the doctor on call.

07/01/2024

Fireworks season is upon us! While it is fun for many of us to celebrate, we know it can be a stressful time for our horses. Here are some tips to keep your equine friends safe during the festivities:
• Be aware of scheduled fireworks in your area and kindly ask your neighbors to give you some notice if they are planning to use fireworks.
• If possible, keep your horses inside. If your horses are staying out, check their paddock or pasture for any hazards that could lead to injury if they spook or run.
• Drown out some of the loud noises with a radio or fans, and leave the lights on to help lessen the effect of the bright flashes.
• If you are really worried about your horse's safety or are unsure, contact us about calming agents and sedatives.

06/20/2024

Externships for veterinary students at Grand Prix Equine are very hands-on. Check out some of our recent externs performing procedures such as passing the scope for gastroscopy and castration under the guidance of our doctors. Visit https://www.grandprixequine.com/internship to learn more about our extern program.

06/13/2024

Grand Prix Equine provides focused care for your horse through:

✅ Yearly wellness exams
✅ Thorough performance evaluations
✅ Treatment plans designed specifically for your horse's needs and activity level
✅ Detailed records that are shared with owners and trainers

We want to get to know your horse, so we can accurately address changes in health and performance.

06/10/2024

Two days away- use the link below to register:

Bedford Riding Lanes Association presents "Lyme Disease In Horses: Tick Off!”
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June 12, 6:30 - 8pm
Downing Yudain Barn & Gallery
357 Old Long Ridge Rd (border of Bedford /North Stamford)

Cocktails, Bites + Presentation by Dr. Johanna Kremberg, Grand Prix Equine -- followed by Q&A

During this lecture and happy hour, Dr. Johanna Kremberg will discuss the enigma that is Lyme Disease in the horse population. How does a horse contract Lyme, what are the clinical signs in practice, and how can we prevent infection? Are Lyme vaccines available for horses? What are the treatment options for horses with acute, chronic, or even neurologic Lyme? Bring your questions and plan on an interactive discussion of this tick-borne, debilitating disease, endemic to our area.

Follow this link to your browser to register: https://www.bedfordridinglanes.org/event-5731825

05/24/2024

Bedford Riding Lanes Association presents "Lyme Disease In Horses: Tick Off!”
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June 12, 6:30 - 8pm
Downing Yudain Barn & Gallery
357 Old Long Ridge Rd (border of Bedford /North Stamford)

Cocktails, Bites + Presentation by Dr. Johanna Kremberg, Grand Prix Equine -- followed by Q&A

During this lecture and happy hour, Dr. Johanna Kremberg will discuss the enigma that is Lyme Disease in the horse population. How does a horse contract Lyme, what are the clinical signs in practice, and how can we prevent infection? Are Lyme vaccines available for horses? What are the treatment options for horses with acute, chronic, or even neurologic Lyme? Bring your questions and plan on an interactive discussion of this tick-borne, debilitating disease, endemic to our area.

Use this link to register: https://www.bedfordridinglanes.org/event-5731825

05/10/2024

We want to write and let our clients in Long Island know that we will be sharing weekend emergency coverage with Miller & Associates. We do this to ensure a reliable, high standard of medical care across the island for our patients. This will be especially helpful as we enter the summer show season, and Long Island summer traffic!

Thank you for understanding that our Long Island veterinarians are 100% committed to your horses during the week, and this will allow doctors of both practices the time needed to rest and recharge.

As always, if you are ever in need of a veterinarian in the off hours, please dial 203-733-0789 ext 0 and you will be directed to the doctor on call.

05/10/2024

Help us extend a warm welcome to Lindsay Humphrey, our newest team member at Grand Prix Equine, who joins us as a technician for Dr. Cleo.

Curious to learn more about Lindsay and the rest of our staff? Visit https://www.grandprixequine.com/meetourstaff

An equine veterinary practice focused on the specific needs of the equine athlete.

04/12/2024

We are excited to announce that Dr. Jim Meyer's practice and Grand Prix Equine have merged! Dr. Meyer has provided care to horses on eastern Long Island for decades and we are thrilled that Dr. Zitzmann and Dr. Batterton will now be providing care in this area. Visit our website to read more about the merger:

https://www.grandprixequine.com/patient-resources-news

03/28/2024

Thanks to Dr. Caitlin Rothacker for sharing her knowledge (and vet truck!) with veterinary students.

03/20/2024

Spring is {finally} here! That means it is time to think about wellness care for your horse. Our Spring Horse Health Checklist includes:

_Yearly wellness exam
_Core vaccines
_Coggins certificate
_Flu/rhino vaccine
_Lyme disease prevention
_F***l egg count

To schedule, call 203-733-0789

03/01/2024

Congratulations to our 2024 School Horse Initiative recipients!

03/01/2024

We have 19 entries for the school horse contest and will be drawing 5 winners at random.

02/29/2024

One of the best parts of our School Horse Initiative is receiving the stories with each nomination. Our favorite one this year is for Deluxe Chex Account "Arnold":

If Arnold ran away and was a wanted man, this is what the poster would read:

WANTED for the high crime of stealing Minty Muffins:
20 year old chestnut gelding
Very handsome but slightly chunky
Has an attitude but tolerated children
Will come running for treats
Fugitive is dangerous - may bite other horses if you get too close

But seriously, Arnold has been teaching kids and adults to ride since he retired from showing. He’s the best combination of smart enough to make you learn, but safe enough to trust with new riders. Give any lesson kind their choice of who they want to ride at MCPH, and the answer is always “Arnold!”

What would your horse's WANTED poster say?

This is the last call for nominations, we will be drawing the names of the recipients tomorrow!

02/27/2024

Three more days to nominate your favorite school horse to receive $500! Here are a few of the nominated horses with the riders who love them.

The recipients names will be drawn on Friday, March 1st, National School Horse Day. Please email your nominations to [email protected]

02/23/2024

National School Horse Day is in one week! Nominate your favorite “schoolie”. Message us to learn how.

02/19/2024

Congratulations to Dr. Nicole Zitzmann for earning her certification in equine chiropractic! To schedule a chiropractic appointment for your horse on Long Island contact us at 203-733-0789 or message us.

02/10/2024

We are accepting nominations for our annual school horse contest! National School Horse Day has been founded by Grand Prix Equine to honor horses in riding programs whose purpose is to develop and perfect a rider’s skill set. These special animals have the kindest hearts and take excellent care of their riders under the expertise of a trainer. School horses are the foundation of all riding programs; our industry would suffer greatly without them.

This year, we are gifting financial support to five notable school horses or ponies and are seeking nominations from you to make the best choice. We will provide $500 for each horse as a small token of our appreciation for these noble steeds. The winners will be selected in a live drawing on March 1st.

To nominate your favorite school horse, send a photo(s) to [email protected] with the following information:
• Horse’s name
• Name of farm or riding program and address (where would we mail/drop off the prize)
• Horse owner’s name, phone number and/or email (how can we contact them if their horse is a winner)
• A brief description of why you are nominating this horse or pony

Rules:
1. Horses nominated must be currently active in a school horse program.
2. All of the information above is required for a nomination to be accepted.
3. Only one horse per owner/riding program will be accepted. If multiple horses are nominated from the same program, we will enter the one with the most nominations or the one that was entered first.
4. Nominations will be accepted until 2/29/23.
5. Winners will be chosen by random selection on National School Horse Day March 1, 2023 and owners will be contacted to arrange prize distribution.

Please share and spread your love for your favorite school horses on March 1st using

An equine veterinary practice focused on the specific needs of the equine athlete.

02/01/2024

For those of us surviving the grey North East winter, we’re almost half way to Spring!

01/29/2024

*Grand Prix Equine is looking to add to its team! **

We are searching for a full-time equine ambulatory veterinary technician/assistant who is a team player with excellent horse handling skills- preferably someone who has worked in the sport horse industry. Candidates must possess strong computer and communication skills, be motivated, dependable, and organized with a great work ethic. Lifting/carrying of up to 50 lbs. and a clean driving record are required. We offer a competitive salary based on experience, excellent benefits, and continuing education. This individual would need to be within a 30-minute driving distance of Newtown, CT. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Jill at [email protected]

01/19/2024

EXCITING NEWS!!

Grand Prix Equine is now offering acupuncture!
Dr. Abell recently completed a rigorous course in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) at Chi University, and she’s very much enjoying incorporating all that TCVM has to offer in cases of sports medicine, geriatric care, internal medicine, and more! To schedule an acupuncture and/or chiropractic appointment with Dr. Abell, please leave a message with Kacey at 203-733-0789 ext. 5 with your name, your horse’s name, and your horse’s boarding location. For boarding locations outside of Dr. Abell’s regular practice region (GPE Shoreline), we may require to schedule multiple horses at the barn or need to coordinate appointments in a similar region.

An equine veterinary practice focused on the specific needs of the equine athlete.