Southeastern Veterinary Services

12/05/2024

Be sure to drop pics of all your lambs and kids in the comments below for us to see! And, as always, we are here to assist you throughout this season in any way we can.

👩‍🌾A quick word on animal husbandry as lambing is upon us🍼

This image is of a lamb in the "rescue position." We put all newborns (especially those who have harder births) in this position immediately after being born. This position (on their haunches, front legs extended, head between front legs) has been shown by significant research across many species to best facilitate lung expansion and fluids being naturally absorbed by the lamb to maximize breathing. We also like using a bulb sucker (you know, the thing children hate having put up their noses) to remove excess mucus from nostrils and mouths. And, a good old fashioned piece of straw up the nose to encourage coughing and breathing can't be beat.

🚫What don't we do?🙅‍♀️We do not hang baby sheep (or calves for that matter) up by their back legs, we don't hang them over a panel, and we don't spin them around like a figure skater by their ankles (iron lotus style). These strategies might have been suggested by an older generation to get fluid out of the lungs, but what we know now is that the fluid that comes out is actually from the animal's stomach, and causes greater respiratory distress in combination with the compression of their lungs caused by gravity from such positioning.

Good luck lambing! Let us know if you like this kind of content. We love hearing strategies for improved animal care and lamb survival. Drop yours in the comments below!

11/25/2024

Unfortunately we are having a bit of phone trouble today. This is our temporary number while we work on them. Please feel free to reach out to us via the number below for any of your pet medical needs.
Sorry for the inconvenience 308-275-2536

11/14/2024

Dr. Sneed, Tech Kaitlyn, and Kaitlyn’s mini Dachshund Oakley enjoyed talking with Bradley FFA today going over general physical exams & Veterinary Medicine! 💙💛

11/01/2024

Yesterday our staff at both clinics took some time during our normal lunch break to educate ourselves on how to better serve your pets. We learned more about CPR guidelines in our veterinary patients and got to practice those skills learned on a CPR dog. This is just one of the things we do as a practice to make sure we’re providing the best care we can for your pet in an emergency! 🚨 Community Animal Hospital

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween from our furry friends! 🎃 If your pet is participating in the costumes tonight, comment their picture below so we can see! Featured below are Dr. Julia’s chocolate lab Ginnie, and Tech Kaitlyn’s pals, Oakley (mini dachshund) and Cabella (lab mix).

10/18/2024

It’s truly amazing what can happen when a community comes together for those in need. These pictures represent the majority of donations made to both our clinic and our sister clinic over the past week and a half for those pets, livestock, and horses affected by the hurricane. All we can say is thank you for your generosity and God Bless!

10/18/2024

Dr. Sneed got to spend her afternoon talking about her role in animal agriculture as a Large Animal Veterinarian for Circle S Farms, LLC in conjunction with Ag-Pro’s Madison Yates. These kids learned a lot today, got to pet some cows, and play in some nice green equipment! 💚

10/16/2024

Those of you who come in often are no stranger to our front desk receptionist, Lauren. What some of you may not know is when times get busy (as they often do) Lauren is quick to jump to the back and double as a second set of hands as well! We are thankful for her during too 💕🐶

10/14/2024

Happy Veterinary Technician Week to our many techs that sometimes wear several hats at one time. If you’re in the clinic this week, be sure to give them some thanks! Our Vets could not do their job without their help. 💕🐴🐷🐮🐶🐱🐄🐐

10/13/2024

UPDATE #2:

We’ve had such an overwhelming response from our community that we are extending donations (both physical and monetary) to this Thursday, Oct. 17th. Big things that are really needed are feed troughs and other feed pans to put all the food that has been donated in. God Bless everyone who is reaching out a hand to help our fellow Volunteers! 🧡🧡

10/10/2024

UPDATE: We are so proud of our community for the outpouring of love and support we’ve received for our friends in East TN/Western NC. Keep those donations coming through tomorrow evening. In addition to this food, we also have some pallets of livestock feed graciously donated from the local COOP and hay. Feed buckets, lead ropes/halters, fly spray, and other items still needed! ❤️❤️❤️

10/08/2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the flooding in East TN, Western NC, and SW Virginia. To assist in the immediate need for basic things like food, crates, and other necessities, we are collecting items listed on the flyer below and will be delivering them to the areas in need next week. You can drop off items here at our clinic at 2265 Pleasant Grove Place SW, or our sister clinic Community Animal Hospital at 2845 Westside Drive.

Thank you and God bless you for your prayers and help for those in need!

09/25/2024

Give us a call for Fall Boosters 423-458-1395 🐴✅

🚨 Important Update 🚨
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) has confirmed a case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a horse from Crockett County. EEE is a serious disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes.

While this is the only reported case in the area, it's vital to take preventive action to protect both animals and humans.

🦟 Here are some ways to control mosquitoes and other disease-carrying insects:
- Eliminate standing water around your property where mosquitoes breed.
- Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out.
- Wear long sleeves and pants when outside, especially during peak mosquito hours (dawn and dusk).
- Consider using mosquito netting around horse stalls and outdoor seating areas.
- Additionally, don't forget to stay up-to-date with vaccinations for your animals.

09/24/2024

TIS THE SEASON! Just like we have a Flu season in our world, there's one in our dog's world too! As seen on the maps below, both Bordetella (Kennel Cough) and Influenza cases ramp up in October. Most dogs have no preexisting immunity to the influenza virus, making them highly susceptible to infection (especially around the boarding holiday season). Both Influenza and Bordetella can be vaccinated for here at the clinic to substantially reduce the severity and duration of disease, just like our human Flu vaccines do. Bring your furry friends in today to make sure they are protected for this Flu season!

09/03/2024

Good article by the Bovine Veterinarian on when to call your veterinarian!

🩺 When Should Your Cattle See a Vet? 🐄

Curious about how to tell when your cattle need veterinary attention? Follow the link below for essential tips on maintaining herd health and catching potential issues early!

https://loom.ly/KLeJEqo

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!