Equine Specialty Hospital

12/20/2024

We are experiencing intermittent phone issues. ATT is onsite and working on resolving the issue. If you can't reach us when dialing 440-834-0811, please call 440-591-2299. Thank you.

11/09/2024

✨ 𝕋𝕎𝕆 ℙ𝔼ℝ𝔽𝕆ℝ𝕄𝔸ℕℂ𝔼𝕊 𝕋𝕆𝔻𝔸𝕐! ✨

Don't miss your chance to see the top 12 contestants in 8 rodeo events compete for the championship title. Today we will run rounds 2 and 3! Join us at Garwood Arena in Columbiana, Ohio.

11/09/2024

Looking forward to a great rodeo tomorrow. Garwood Arena is an amazing facility.

11/04/2024

𝚆𝚑𝚘'𝚜 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚢 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝙰𝚖𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚌𝚊𝚗 𝙿𝚛𝚘𝚏𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚊𝚕 𝚁𝚘𝚍𝚎𝚘 𝙵𝙸𝙽𝙰𝙻𝚂?

Get your tickets for this Friday & Saturday!
https://www.rodeoticket.com/rodeos/american-finals-rodeo/2024/tickets

10/22/2024

Fall laminitis refers to cases of laminitis or founder that occur in the autumnal months. Although laminitis can happen in any season, anecdotally there seems to be an uptick in the number of cases in the fall.

Why could this be?

• As the days get shorter and colder, grasses have been shown to respond to this stress with higher sugar concentrations. Diets with higher simple sugar concentrations may increase the risk of laminitis.

• Decreases in exercise may cause increases in body condition. Fat or obese horses are at risk of developing laminitis.

• Horses naturally have increased levels of certain hormones in the fall. If you have a horse with PPID (previously referred to as equine Cushing’s), the increase in their cortisol levels could put them at risk for laminitis.

If you have questions concerning fall laminitis or are concerned that your horse may be at an increased risk, contact your equine veterinarian so that they can properly evaluate your horse's unique situation.

Thank you to the Horse Owner Education Committee for providing this information.

10/12/2024

Great day at Garwood Arena for Bucking Nightmare. Hope everyone has fast safe runs

07/04/2024

Great event and venue.

🔹Just 1 DAY away from the start of the
📣SON OF A BEAST📣 barrel & pole show presented by National Pole Bending Association🔹

♦️BOTB qualifier
💸6,750 Added
NPBA & IBRA

‼️FRIDAY SCHEDULE‼️

GATES OPEN AT 8AM
10-12, 2-4 BARREL EXHIBITIONS
12-2, 4-5:30 POLE EXHIBITIONS

📣SHOW WILL START AT 6📣

07/03/2024

On behalf of the entire team at the Equine Specialty Hospital, we hope that you and your family have a safe Independence Day. The hospital will be closed for appointments on Thursday July 4th, but will certainly be open and available for emergencies. if you have an emergency, please call us at (440) 834-0811 and press option 1 to speak with the veterinarian on call.

05/24/2024

On behalf of the entire team at the Equine Specialty Hospital, we hope that you and your family have a safe Memorial Day weekend. The hospital will be closed for appointments on Monday May 27th, but will certainly be open and available for emergencies. If at any point over the weekend or on Monday you have an emergency, please call us at (440) 834-0811 and press option 1 to speak with the veterinarian on call.

05/15/2024

We are in the process of installing a new generator for the hospital today. It is limiting the number of phone lines available. When you call the clinic, you may press either option 1 or 2 today to speak to the office or a veterinarian. We are open for emergencies and patient care is unaffected. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

04/06/2024

Great 5k run this morning in Kent with Noah Bianco Molly Patton Alexandria Windrup Carl Workman

04/02/2024

Keeping your equine friend healthy at horse shows starts with biosecurity! The Equine Disease Communication Center and US Equestrian have teamed up to create FREE biosecurity how-to videos for horse owners.
Watch to learn:

• Pre-competition prep: Learn essential steps to take before you even leave home.
• Staying safe during the show: Discover practices to protect your horse while competing.
• Post-competition care: Ensure a smooth transition back home.

Plus, get tips on developing an isolation plan!

Click the link to access the videos and safeguard your equine partner: https://equinediseasecc.org/news/article/Biosecurity-How-To-Videos

03/21/2024

Garwood Arena puts on amazing events, including a rodeo this Saturday. Check out their page for details. So happy to be a sponsor.

03/12/2024

https://agri.ohio.gov/home/news-and-events/all-news/ODA-Responding-to-Equine-Herpes-Virus-Detections-in-Northeast-Ohio?fbclid=IwAR2bjmV84kn73TEqcZq187_hLKBZs0h9UY5M31FiWSnuC3ZfECfHkZqeX6Q

Six cases have been reported to ODA and are being appropriately managed by our staff.

03/07/2024

Great article from AAEP regarding EHV-1. Please let us or your veterinarian know if you have any questions or need any help.

By Thomas R. Lenz, DVM, MS, DACT

02/20/2024

Did you know you can bring your mare to the hospital to foal?
*Your mare can be dropped off 7-10 days prior to due date, so she can get acclimated to the hospital.
*The hospital is staffed 24x7 for monitoring.
*All foaling's are attended to ensure the best possible care for your mare and foal.
*Once foal is born – we ensure it stands and nurses on its own. If not, immediate intervention is provided.
*Hay and grain are provided or you may bring your own.
*You are able to visit your mare and foal from 12:00pm-6:00pm, 7 days a week.
*Daily board for mare is at a reduced rate, until the foal is born.
*Blood work and IgG is performed on the foal before discharge.

Please call the hospital at (440) 834-0811 to discuss the specific needs of your mare.

02/13/2024

Do you have a plan for your horse’s unexpected medical expenses? (Read, for example: can you afford colic surgery if it comes to it?)

Whether a horse is purchased for personal or business reasons, horse ownership represents a significant investment of time, money, and resources. While nothing may easy the emotional burden, wise planning can at least help reduce the economic impacts should something happen to your precious companion.

There are many types of coverage available to the horse owner and the conditions can vary widely between companies. Common types of coverage available for horses are listed (but not limited to what you see) in the graphic. Some equine insurers may require an insurance examination certificate signed by a veterinarian before a policy will be issued for a horse, however that does not mean your veterinarian can attest for the insurability of the animal — your veterinarian can only respond to questions of which he or she has direct knowledge, reporting the medical facts to the best of his or her ability.

Regardless of the circumstances, never ask or expect your veterinarian to report a claim to the insurance company or to be an expert with regards to your insurance policy. This is your responsibility as the owner and if you have questions regarding your policy be sure to ask your insurance agent!