Hayes Equine Veterinary Services, PLLC

01/02/2025

Check out our January Newsletter!

Facebook BEST WISHES FOR A HAPPY, HEALTHY NEW YEAR FOR YOU AND YOUR HORSES! Make a New Years resolution to spend more time riding your horse. DR KATIE WILL BE MAKING MORE FARM CALLS IN 2025.There continues to be a serious lack of mobile equine veterinarians in our area. Dr Katie will do her best to....

12/17/2024

12/03/2024

Dr Hayes will be attending the AAEP convention from Saturday December 4th thru Wednesday December 11th to fulfill her continued education requirements.
As many of you are aware, Dr Hayes is working solo at this time.
Hayes Equine will not have a veterinarian at the clinic during her absence.
Our office and Saturday clinic will remain open during normal business hours to provide limited services to our clients.
The emergency clinic number will continue to be answered 24/7 to assist you in obtaining alternative care until Dr Katie returns.
We thank you, our valued clients, for your understanding during this time.

11/25/2024

Hayes Equine will be closed Thursday November 28th and Friday November 29th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
We will reopen Saturday November 30th for our 8 am-12pm walk in clinic.
Dr. Hayes will be on emergency call throughout our holiday schedule.

HAVE A HAPPY AND BLESSED THANKSGIVING.

11/07/2024

****WARNING: PICTURE IS GRAPHIC*********
This horse was seen for a reaction after the owner injected Banamine (flunixin) into the neck muscle. In rare instances, such as this one, clostridial or other infections can occur at the injection site. These infections can be fatal. DR HAYES STRONGLY ADVISES BANAMINE BE GIVEN ORALLY OR IV ONLY.

11/05/2024

Check out the November Newsletter!

Facebook EQUINE INFECTIOUS ANEMIAEIA is a blood virus of horses that is transferred via horse flies, mosquitoes, or contaminated needles.  The virus attacks the red blood cells, causing severe anemia leading to death.  There is often an asymptomatic carrier state of the virus, but the horse will b...

10/26/2024

DR HAYES WOULD LIKE TO REMIND EVERYONE TO VOTE!

EARLY VOTING TIMES AND LOCATIONS:

SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - Early voting for the Nov. 5th general election began Monday in North Texas.
Registered Grayson County voters can cast their ballots Oct. 21-Nov. 1.
A valid photo ID is required in order to vote.
Friday, October 25, is the final day to request a mail ballot.

GRAYSON COUNTY---LOCATIONS
-Bells City Hall, Council Chambers (203 S. Broadway)
-Grayson County Sub-Courthouse (101 W. Woodard, Denison)
-Grayson College Main Campus (6101 Grayson Dr, Denison)
-St. John the Apostle Episcopal Church (760 W. FM 120, Pottsboro)
-Election Administration (115 W. Houston, Sherman)
-Texoma Council of Governments (1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman)
-Grayson College South Campus, Room SB113 (1455 W. Van Alstyne Pkwy, Van Alstyne)
-Whitesboro City Hall, Council chambers (111 W. Main, Whitesboro)
Dates/Times:
Mon, Oct 21-Sat, Oct 26: 7AM-7PM
Sun, Oct 27: 12PM-6PM
Mon, Oct 28-Fri, Nov 1: 7AM-7PM

FANNIN COUNTY------LOCATION
All early voting is conducted at the Roy V. Floyd Civic Center at 1100 W. 5th St in Bonham.
Hours and Dates:
8 AM - 5 PM Monday - Friday, October 21 - October 25
7 AM - 7 PM Saturday October 26
10 AM - 4PM Sunday October 27
7 AM - 7 PM Monday - Friday, October 28 - November 1

COOKE COUNTY----LOCATION
Cooke Co. Court Annex, 112 S. Dixon, Gainesville
Dates/Times:
Mon, Oct 21-Fri, Oct 25: 8AM-6PM
Sat, Oct 26: 7AM-7PM
Sun, Oct 27: 9AM-3PM
Mon, Oct 28-Fri, Nov 1: 7AM-7PM

LAMAR COUNTY----LOCATION
Lamar Co. Services Bldg, 231 Lamar Ave, Paris
Dates/Times:
Mon, Oct 21-Fri, Oct 25: 8AM-5PM
Sat, Oct 26: 7AM-7PM
Sun, Oct 27: 9AM-3PM

IN OKLAHOMA:
Oklahomans can vote early in your county at your designated early voting location from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the Thursday and Friday preceding an election. You must vote in the county where you are registered.
In addition to early voting the Thursday and Friday preceding an election, early voting is also available from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Saturday immediately preceding a state or federal Primary Election, Runoff Primary Election, General Election or Presidential Preferential Primary Election.
Early voting is also available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. the Wednesday preceding the General Election.
INFORMATION IS FROM KXII WEBSITE

10/09/2024

The October newsletter is available on our website!

Facebook THE HORSES EYE AMAZING VISIONHorses use two forms of vison:  monocular and binocular.  The left and right eye work independently of each other and each produce a different vision due to monocular vision. This allows the horse to see both sides of its body.  Maybe that is why a horse spoo...

09/16/2024

Dr Hayes has been asked if Armyworm infestation in pastures or contaminated hay is a health risk to horses. Cornell University published an article by Jerry Bertoldo, DVM stating that "Armyworms are not known to contain any toxins, so accidental grazing or including of some in baled (dry) hay is not a problem. The Kentucky abortion problem in horses some time ago has been tied to tent caterpillars, a very different species."

08/30/2024

The September newsletter is available on our website!

08/28/2024

2024 LABOR DAY SCHEDULE
We will be open 8 am to 12 pm on Saturday for our walk-in clinic. Monday, September 2nd, we will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
Dr. Hayes will be on call throughout the holiday weekend for your emergency needs.
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY!!

08/22/2024

Farm Calls
As most of you know, Dr Hayes is the solo vet at her busy practice. In order to see a greater number of patients each day she had to limit her time spent traveling to farm calls. This year’s busy breeding season is behind us. She can now resume her normal farm call schedule. If you are needing her for on-site services, please call the office at 903-465-0777 to make your appointment.

08/15/2024

Back to School Teeth Special
Get a routine teeth float for $145.00 now thru August 30th!
This price includes the basic float (molars), tranquilizer, and Bute.
This special is offered Monday through Friday, in clinic, and by appointment only.
Some horses (especially older ones) may need additional dental services which are not included in this rate.
To may your appointment call our office at 903-465-0777.

08/02/2024

Dr Hayes will be away Sunday August 4th through Wednesday August 7th. During this time, the office will be open our normal business hours. In her absence, our afterhours emergency line will be answered by staff to provide numbers for alternative veterinary care.

08/01/2024

The August Newsletter is on our website!

Facebook NSAIDS NSAIDS (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory) drugs are prescribed by a veterinarian to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever associated with injury or illness. These drugs work with the body’s inflammation process by blocking cox enzymes which stimulate the prostaglandins, that cause in...

07/30/2024

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