Southeastern Veterinary Services

08/21/2024

It’s hard to believe we’ve been at our current location for a full year today! We want to especially thank all our valued customers, both large and small, who have helped make this place successful and will continue to do so. We appreciate you!

08/05/2024

Please help us find this guy his home! Approximately 2yr old intact male red tick. Found running the roads down South Lee Hwy near Bendabout Farms. If you have any info, please let us now know. Young men that found the dog are holding him till his people are found. Share away!

08/03/2024

📣 Exciting Announcement! 📣

We now have 4 Large Animal Docs on the road during the week to help with all your large animal needs as well as a doctor in house for surgeries/appointments. Check out the schedule below and be sure to give us a call to schedule your VCPR visit for the year or your annual exam on your small critters. These days/doctors have changed from what you may be used to.

Monday: Dr. Sneed (Dr. Ringger in clinic)
Tuesday: Dr. Davis (Dr. Sneed in clinic)
Wednesday: Dr. Ryan (Dr. Kirksey in clinic)
Thursday: Dr. Julia (Dr. Ryan in clinic)
Friday: Dr. Ryan (Dr. Davis in clinic)

07/16/2024

The teeth that you can see when you open your horse’s mouth are only a fraction of the teeth that your horse has. The teeth that you can’t see, the molars, are far back in your horse’s mouth. It is important to take care of ALL of your horse’s teeth to prevent pain and allow for proper digestion of food. Schedule a dental exam with your veterinarian today to ensure that your horse maintains good oral health.

07/09/2024

Many of our clients know about our heartworm chews that have been around for ages. The problem with these options for some owners is having to remember to give the dose on the same day each month, not to mention some picky dogs may spit the chew out when you aren’t looking.

With ProHeart 12, dogs and their owners get the same peace of mind of prevention for a full year! With just one injection given annually with your yearly vaccinations, heartworm prevention could not get any easier.

No more missed doses!
No more lapse in coverage!
No more running out at inconvenient times!

Give us a call to get your dog scheduled for Proheart today while the mosquitos are hot! If you’ve missed coverage for any length of time, we will also recommend a heartworm test to ensure your pup is healthy prior to injection.

06/27/2024

4th of July is quickly approaching! Now is the time to make sure your dogs are prepared for the holiday. Contact us for any anxiety medications needed to help with the loud noises and see tips below to help you prepare. Friendly reminder, we will be closed July 4th to allow our employees to celebrate with their families but will reopen Friday morning.

1. Make sure identification is up to date. Many dogs will run away if frightened. Take a look at your microchip information, ID tags, and have a current photo in the event they do get away from you.

2. While this holiday brings around all kinds of good food for us at cookouts, those foods are not necessarily safe for our pets. Avoid scraps from the grill and certain foods like onions, avocado, grapes, and raisins can be toxic for dogs.

3. Make a safe space in the house for the firework activities. Some dogs feel safest in a crate with their blankets, toys, and treats. If medications are needed to further calm your dog, please contact your vet as soon as you can to avoid any delays in getting the correct medications filled.

06/22/2024

Get this kitty get back to his home! 🐈

06/12/2024

Spreading the love for Veterinary Medicine today with Dalton Junior High School! Dr. Sneed talked about what it takes to get into Vet School and what her daily job looks like. She also walked the kids through how to do a physical exam on one of her patients, Zeus. 🐶 Inspiring the next generation is what it’s all about!

06/04/2024

When was the last time you had your dog or cat weighed at the clinic? Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight like Ben’s can reduce your pet’s risk of disease and injury and gives them the best chance of a long, healthy, quality life. It also ensures you’re in the right weight class for your preventative flea, tick, and heartworm meds! Come by anytime and update your pets weight in our system and pick up any preventatives if you need them.

05/31/2024

Let’s give Dr. Heather Davis a round of applause for graduating with the Class of 2024 with her DVM! 🎓🥼

Dr. Davis, originally from Benton, TN, earned her Bachelor's in Biology from Maryville College.

Heather has accepted a position in Mixed Animal Medicine at Southeastern Veterinary Services and Community Animal Hospital in Cleveland, TN, where she will bring her passion and skills to a diverse range of patients.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Davis’ dedication, accomplishments, and the exciting journey ahead as she begins her veterinary career in her home state!

05/27/2024

Just a reminder we will be closed tomorrow, Monday May 27th, in observance of Memorial Day as we remember those who have fallen for our freedoms. We will resume normal hours Tuesday at 8AM. Our large animal vets will still be on-call should you have a large animal related emergency. For any small animal emergencies, please seek emergency care at VCSG in Chattanooga. ❤️💙🤍

05/21/2024

One of our new mixed animal Veterinarians, Dr. Heather Davis, represented us today at Parkview Elementary School talking to some 5th graders about our wonderful profession. Stay tuned for more information about Dr. Davis as she starts with us later this summer seeing both small and large animals. We are excited to have her! 🐶 🐮 🐴

05/20/2024

With Memorial Day Weekend coming up quickly, we want to make sure you and your pets both have a fun weekend in the sun! Check out the infographic below about summer heat stroke safety, and remember be cautious about how much time you let your pets spend outside during the peak temperatures of the day. If you need help getting your pet's records together before traveling this weekend, just give us a call!

05/10/2024

Don’t forget we have plenty of dewormer in stock for your cattle herds if you haven’t had a chance to get them through the chute yet this Spring. Give us a call and we can hook you up!

05/08/2024

Pet insurance can offset some of the costs of your pet's healthcare. Talk to your veterinarian and research your pet health insurance options.

05/02/2024

BUG SEASON IS HERE!

Besides being very irritating, it's important to remember that some of these insects can spread infection and disease to your horse (and, in some cases, to you as well). Therefore, a smart strategy is to control the problem before it gets out of hand and minimize populations from the beginning.

The attached infographic contains some suggestions to get you started. Please keep in mind that there are many variations of these suggested programs that will still meet the same goals and follow the same principles.

As always, reach out to your veterinarian for recommendations suitable for your horse’s specific situation!

04/28/2024

With fly season ramping up, it’s important to talk about fly management to help prevent diseases like pinkeye and drops in production due to the pesky flies. Fly tags can be an effective method of fly control. There are three main active ingredients for fly tags: pyrethroids, organophosphates, and avermectins. It is generally recommended that the active ingredient of the fly tag should be alternated each year to aid in minimizing resistance. If you need assistance in getting your herd tagged or with herd work in general, give us a call at (423) 458-1395

04/24/2024

Important update for our dairy clients! 🐄

❗🐄UPDATE from USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service -- USDA has issued a Federal Order to prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Since late March 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, state veterinary and public health officials, and the National Animal Health Laboratory Network laboratories have been investigating the emergence of the HPAI, H5N1 virus in dairy cows. Measures outlined in the USDA order that goes into effect on April 29, 2024, are in the Federal Order--link in comments. Additional information and guidance pertinent for dairy cattle producers and stakeholders is expected tomorrow.

04/19/2024

It's almost time for our annual Rabies Clinic! See the infographic below and don't hesitate to give us a call at (423) 458-1395 if you have any questions or concerns. Let's get your dogs & cats protected!

04/08/2024

If you are interested you in vaccination for Lyme disease, let us know! We carry it at our clinic and would be happy to get your pet protected for Lyme Disease Awareness Month!

April is Prevention of Lyme Disease in Dogs Month. Talk to your veterinarian about your dog's risk and how you can best protect them. You can learn more about preventing Lyme disease here: http://bit.ly/2Gvr1qp

04/05/2024

If you haven’t signed up for our Coggins Clinic April 20th, see our previous posts/events! And if you don’t know what a Coggins is or don’t think you need one, check out the article below! Give us a call if you have any questions. (423) 458-1395.

Hitting the road with your horse, either for pleasure or for business/competition?

Most horse owners know that a negative Coggins test is a must-have for crossing state lines or entering competitions (or even boarding at someone's barn). But let’s not forget that even homebodies need it!

A "Coggins" is a blood test that checks for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), a serious blood-borne disease. EIA is transmitted by biting flies, particularly horseflies, so your horse is at risk even it never leaves the property or lives in a closed herd.

The clinical signs of the disease can vary dramatically, from an acute infection to an inapparent form that presents mild to no symptoms. No treatment or vaccine exist for EIA at the moment, and infected horses become lifelong carriers. Therefore, to ensure that large outbreaks of the disease don’t take place, horses that test positive for EIA must be quarantined and isolated for the rest of their life or humanely euthanized.

Get your horse tested annually, regardless of travel plans. To learn more about EIA, consult your veterinarian or visit our website at https://aaep.org/horsehealth/equine-infectious-anemia

03/26/2024

Getting ready for Spring cattle work and need some dewormer? We can help with that! If you haven’t heard about or tried the new Longrange Injectable Dewormer, now is a great time to do so! Longrange delivers up to 150 days of parasite control in a single dose and researchers have found that yearling cattle treated with LongRange dewormer had 11% higher average daily gains than those treated with topical ivermectin. Call us for pricing!

03/22/2024

Let’s talk Pets and Toxic Plants! 🪴 Spring weather is here, and Easter is on the horizon! Several of the plants we normally keep in the house can be dangerous to our pet companions, especially our cats! 🐱 Check out the Infographic below for more information and call us if you have any questions!

03/19/2024

Help get this kiddo back to his family! ❤️🐶

03/19/2024

The Tennessee State Veterinarian is advising horse owners of three cases of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in Montgomery County.

All three cases are located at the same facility, and it’s believed to be isolated. Equine Herpes Virus (EHV) in all forms is highly infectious and found worldwide. EHV can cause upper respiratory disease, neurological disease, abortions, and neonatal death.
For the general horse population, there isn’t cause for alarm, but we urge owners to be aware of practices that help keep horses healthy.

⭕️ Consult with your veterinarian to determine appropriate vaccines for your herd.
⭕️ If a horse has been exposed to EHV, it’s strongly advised to quarantine for a minimum of 14 days and up to 30 days in cases of direct contact.
⭕️ Good biosecurity measures reduce the risk on the farm and while at competitions. Do not share buckets, brushes, halters, bridles, bits, or other equipment.
⭕️ Contact your veterinarian if you notice any signs of illness in your animals.

The C. E. Kord Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratory offers a full line of equine disease testing, including equine herpes virus, equine infectious anemia, West Nile virus, equine protozoal myeloencephalitis, eastern equine encephalitis, and equine influenza virus. Contact your veterinarian for more information.

03/13/2024

With this Spring weather comes the time to start thinking about Spring cattle work. Need vaccines, fly tags, or dewormer? Give us a call! Our vets are also equipped to do breeding soundness exams on your herd bulls if needed and are happy to walk you through a vaccine protocol to fit your individual herd needs.

02/29/2024

A couple weeks ago we posted about the importance of Rabies vaccination in your horses due to a pop up of some cases being confirmed positive in Georgia. Here’s an article from the TN State Veterinarian highlighting again how important it is with a positive case being diagnosed here in our state as well. Call us and get your horse updated today! (423) 458-1395

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee State Veterinarian confirms that a horse in Bedford County that died was positive for rabies.

“Incidence of rabies in horses is relatively low but we’ve seen two cases in Tennessee in the last five months,” State Veterinarian Samantha Beaty said. “This neurologic disease is fatal, so livestock owners should consult their veterinarian about protecting their animal through vaccinations, as that is the easiest and most effective means to protect against the disease.”

In October of last year, after presenting for neurologic symptoms, a horse in Cocke County was euthanized, and a necropsy confirmed a positive rabies infection.

In Tennessee, rabies vaccines must be administered by a licensed veterinarian. Cattle and horses are the most frequently reported infected livestock species. The most common symptoms can include neurologic deficits such as circling, head pressing, or paralysis, and behavioral signs such as anorexia, irritability, or hyperexcitability. Currently, no treatment for horses exists and without a cure, rabies prevention becomes crucial.
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