Sunflower Equine Veterinary Clinic

10/15/2025

🐎 Don’t Miss the Mizzou Horse Owner Seminar – This Weekend!

THIS SATURDAY, Oct 18, 2025, the University of Missouri is hosting a Horse Owner Seminar: Keeping Horses Healthy at Adams Conference Center in Columbia, MO (9 a.m. – 6 p.m.)

This is the event for horse owners to level up their equine knowledge with expert talks on genetic testing, navicular prognosis, colic surgery, kissing spine, summer sores, and more. Plus a Mizzou Mule Team meet and greet! 🎉

The Veterinary Health Center is top-notch when it comes to referrals, MRIs, and CT scans. 🩺

Details:
• 📍 Adams Conference Center, Columbia, MO
• 💸 $30 (general) or $60 (with 6 CE credits); lunch included
• 🗣️ Expert speakers like Dr. Lynn Martin & Dr. Hannah Leventhal (internal medicine rockstars for rare conditions) and personal friends to the doctors of Sunflower Equine Veterinary Clinic.
• 🔗 Register now: cvm.missouri.edu/horse-owner-seminar

Saturday, Oct. 18, 20259 a.m. to 6 p.m.Adams Conference Center Pricing If you have questions about this event, please contact Laura Graeler, Large Animal Office Supervisor, at [email protected] or 573-882-3513. Schedule 8:15-9 a.m.: Registration 9-9:10 a.m.: Welcome and Opening RemarksSrinand Sree...

10/07/2025

🌻 Meet the Team Monday 🌻

Say hello to Lauren McCain, one of our incredible Veterinary Assistants here at Sunflower Equine Veterinary Clinic!

Lauren joined our team in January, and her main job is being Dr. Haukos’ full-time road assistant—wrangling horses, gear, paperwork and the occasional coffee stop with expert-level skill. 🚙💼🐴

With a background in showing, training, and selling both horses and mules, Lauren brings unmatched real-world knowledge and a calm, confident energy to every appointment. She also runs a breeding program focused on mules, drafts, and ranch horses—so when it comes to horsemanship, she walks the walk (and rides it, too).

Whether she’s holding a nervous horse, easing a worried client, or just wrangling the day into shape, Lauren’s steady presence makes her an essential part of the Sunflower Vet family.

We’re lucky to have her! 💛

09/23/2025

🌻 Meet the Team Monday at Sunflower Equine Veterinary Clinic continues with Karla Kelly — aka the OG assistant and lovingly known as Kar-Kar by the resident kiddos around the clinic.

Karla has been a cornerstone of our team since 2017, joining under Dr. Palmer as one of our very first veterinary assistants. Born and raised in Louisburg, KS, she’s been immersed in the horse world since 2005 — from show grooming to training — and brings unmatched experience, care, and dedication to everything she does.

These days, Karla lives on her family’s farm in Louisburg, where she shares life with an adorable crew of horses, goats, dogs, cats, and chickens. Outside of the clinic, you’ll find her running, hiking, riding, reading, or doting on her sister’s kids. Oh, and did we mention she’s about to run her very first marathon? 🏃‍♀️🎉

We’re beyond lucky to have Karla on the team — her heart, hard work, and love for animals shine through every day! 💙

09/15/2025

Meet the team Monday! 🌻

🐎✨Dr. Kelsey Bierbaum (pronounced Beer-Baum) aka: Dr. B, joined our team in 2020, bringing in a wealth of knowledge and talent. She was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska and graduated from Iowa State Vet School in 2017. She honed her skills with an internship at Wisconsin Equine Veterinary Clinic just outside Milwaukee.

🐴❤️ Dr. B’s passion for horses runs deep—she’s been riding most of her life and her horse, Tucker, can often be spotted grazing alongside our resident mule, Ruby Slippers, in the front pasture.

When she’s not showcasing her well-rounded expertise in general equine medicine, including her exceptional chiropractic skills, she’s cherishing time with her husband, Darren, and their son, Russell, born in June 2024—the true loves of her life. Dr. B’s talent and infectious energy light up our clinic, and we’re beyond grateful to have her on the team!

09/08/2025

🌻 Meet the Team Monday – Say Hello to Shelby! 🐴

We’re kicking off our Meet the Team Monday series by introducing one of the friendly faces behind Sunflower Equine Veterinary Clinic

Shelby grew up in Oak Grove, Missouri, where her love for animals blossomed at an early age. Surrounded by all kinds of creatures, it’s no surprise that she found her way into the veterinary field in 2018.

Since then, Shelby has worn many hats in the clinic, always striving to provide top-notch care to both our patients and their owners. Whether she’s assisting in the field with appointments or working behind the scenes answering your calls, her dedication shines through in everything she does.

Outside of work, Shelby loves staying active and spending time outdoors with her husband and their two adorable kiddos – Kade (born in 2022) and Emery (born in 2025). 🧡

We’re so lucky to have Shelby as part of our Sunflower Equine family – and we know our clients are too!

08/29/2025

Sunflower Equine will be closed on Monday, September 1st for Labor Day. Please call the office and leave a message if you have an emergency, our vet on call will get back to you promptly. Everyone have a great weekend and enjoy the beautiful weather with your horses!

08/27/2025

New rebates are out for purchases between August 1st - December 31st for Equioxx, Gastrogard and Prascend. Follow the QR code attached for your refunds.

06/13/2025

Wow, these shavings have been a total GAME-CHANGER for our stalls at Sunflower Equine Veterinary Clinic🌲 Huge shoutout to Clark at O’B Feeds & More LLC for the speedy delivery! 🚚 If you want happier horses and cleaner stalls, you’ve gotta try these. ”

Did you know our shavings are great for chickens too? 🐣🐓

Fly Away Shavings aren’t just for horses. We’re a favorite in the coop too!

✅ Naturally repels flies with essential oils
✅ Low dust and gentle on sensitive skin
✅ Reduces odor and moisture buildup
✅ 100% pesticide-free and safe for all poultry.

Whether you’ve got a backyard flock or a full-blown farm, give your chickens the comfort they deserve.

Learn more at www.flyawayshavings.com

06/09/2025

Please take note of the updated requirements for Coggins tests in Kansas! Most importantly all horses going to exhibitions and changing ownership must have a current Coggins.

New in our Equine TrailTalk from Dr. Laurie Beard: Getting Ready for the Horse Exhibition Season + What's New With Coggins Testing: https://bit.ly/43Ll8js

05/22/2025

We are hiring for a full time equine veterinary receptionist!

Responsibilities:
-Answer and manage a high volume of phone calls and messages
-Schedule appointments and manage the daily calendar
-Prepare and process client invoices and payments
-Maintain accurate and organized medical records
-Provide exceptional customer service to clients in person and over the phone
-Assist with light cleaning and general office upkeep
-Coordinate with veterinary staff to ensure smooth operations

Qualifications:
-Previous receptionist or customer service experience required (veterinary or equine preferred)
-Strong communication and organizational skills
-Comfortable working in a fast-paced, animal-care environment
-Proficiency with basic computer programs like Google, Word, and Excel
-Knowledge of equine terminology and care is a plus

Must be available 4 days a week. 36-40 hrs
Competitive hourly wage based on experience.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in equine veterinary care to [email protected].

03/31/2025

We are so grateful for everyone who joined us at our Open House! It was an incredible turnout, and we truly appreciate your support and enthusiasm.

A special thank you to everyone who participated in our raffle! Here are the lucky winners:

🎉 Emergency Kit –Winner: Kelly Sherman
🎉 Cosequin Bucket –Winner: Payton Townsend
- generously donated by Jennifer Zielinski
🎉 Stomach Endoscopy – Winner: Dana Miller
🎉 Bucket of Goodies - Winner: Tom Stafford

Congratulations to all our winners! If you won, we will be in touch.

Once again, thank you for making this event such a success. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

03/28/2025

Remainder to all clients:

🌟 Open House tomorrow 12-2🌟

🌻Raffle
🌻Meet the Sunflower Equine team
🌻Tour our clinic
🌻Learn about structures of the lower limb
🌻Learn about anatomy of an equine stomach
🌻Learn about benefits of equine chiropractic, acupuncture, therapeutic laser, and shockwave
🌻Snacks!!!

We really hope to see all of our amazing clients tomorrow!

Pictured below is our raffles!