Byrd Creek Veterinary Mobile Service, LLC

Byrd Creek Veterinary Mobile Service, LLC Mobile Veterinary Service Dr. Aimee Emory graduated from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004.

She spent the next 3 years refining her skills and caring for animals with a high-value equine sports medicine practice in southeastern Pennsylvania. Upon moving to Alabama, Dr. Emory has continued her extensive experience in both equine and small animal medicine. Along with running a mobile veterinary service for equine and small animals for the past 10 years, she has worked with numerous small a

nimal clinics and amassed a number of horse-owning clients. Dr. Emory is now extending that same level of love, care, and attention to animals she has delivered for the past 13 years by offering full Veterinary Services for your dogs, cats, and other pets at your home or farm. These services include yearly exams, vaccinations, blood work, and radiographs performed on site. Dentals and surgery will soon be added to our list of services, and will also be performed just outside your home. There is no need to put your beloved family pet through the anxiety and fear of a vet office visit. Let Dr. Emory bring her extensive experience to you! Whether for preventative care or treatment of an illness or injury, there is no better place to care for your animal than at your home or farm.

We can’t wait to meet your new pet Santa is bringing you . Schedule those puppy shots with us. Those first set of shots ...
12/21/2024

We can’t wait to meet your new pet Santa is bringing you . Schedule those puppy shots with us. Those first set of shots are very important!!

With Christmas near 🎄, it is essential to consider pet safety during this busy time. If veterinary care is needed, pleas...
12/18/2024

With Christmas near 🎄, it is essential to consider pet safety during this busy time. If veterinary care is needed, please contact us for support.

DO YOU KNOW HOW TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF INFECTION AT YOUR BARN?While parasite control and immunization with vaccines re...
12/11/2024

DO YOU KNOW HOW TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF INFECTION AT YOUR BARN?

While parasite control and immunization with vaccines remain key pieces of any infection control plan, horse owners need to remember the importance of reducing or preventing exposure of the horse to infection causing agents in the first place.

This will surely require more work than simply scheduling a vaccination appointment for your horse, but if you’re thinking, “Is this REALLY necessary?” — the answer is yes. Any effort you put in to preventing infection vastly outweighs the cost of treating and possibly hospitalizing a sick horse!

DID YOU KNOW?Strangles was one of the first equine diseases to be described by the early writers of veterinary science (...
12/10/2024

DID YOU KNOW?

Strangles was one of the first equine diseases to be described by the early writers of veterinary science (was first reported in 1215) and is one of the most commonly diagnosed contagious diseases of the horse, worldwide. Though strangles is highly contagious and can affect many horses on a farm, particularly young animals, most horses with infection recover without complication.

It is not uncommon for strangles infections to recur on a farm with previous outbreaks of the disease. The bacteria can survive in water sources for over a month, but the primary source of recurrent infections is most likely asymptomatic carrier horses. Anywhere from 4-50% of the horses on farms with recurring strangles are asymptomatic carriers of the infection, and they may continue to shed the bacteria for months to even years, serving as a continual source of new infections.

If you suspect a strangles outbreak, be sure to involve your veterinarian right away to determine the diagnosis and the best control practices for your particular farm. Strangles is a reportable disease in some states. Movement of any horses on or off the farm should be stopped, and new horses should not be introduced. Monitoring the temperature of all horses daily and isolating horses at the first sign of fever is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of infection. Infected horses can transmit the bacteria to healthy horses one to two days after they develop a fever.

Water remains as important for your horse in cold weather as it is in the summer. As a matter of fact, decreased water c...
12/02/2024

Water remains as important for your horse in cold weather as it is in the summer. As a matter of fact, decreased water consumption in the winter is thought to be the primary inducing factor for impaction colic — although there are other predisposing factors such as poor hay quality, lack of exercise, internal parasites and dental problems.

Impaction colic is essentially constipation and most often includes the accumulation of hard, dry f***l material in the colon. The usual signs of impending impaction colic are depression, a decreased appetite, and decreased production and dryness of manure.

Studies demonstrate that you can increase your horse's winter water consumption if you provide access to heated water, but ONLY if that is the only source of water available. As always, if you have any questions feel free to contact us .

Happy Thanksgiving!!
11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Pets love Thanksgiving goodies too. Please use caution if you like to feed your dog from the table. Here is a little hel...
11/26/2024

Pets love Thanksgiving goodies too. Please use caution if you like to feed your dog from the table. Here is a little help as to what is safe for your pet to consume .

The more you know, … EPM is widely considered the most important infectious neurologic disease of horses in North Americ...
11/25/2024

The more you know, …

EPM is widely considered the most important infectious neurologic disease of horses in North America and is caused by protozoal infection of the central nervous system. Horses are infected by consuming food or water contaminated with opossum s**t containing sporocysts.

Horses with EPM do not present a biosecurity risk to other animals because the disease is not transmissible between horses. An effective vaccine has yet to be developed, so the best preventative approach includes eliminating access of opossums to feed and water in order to minimize contact with opossum s**t and improving your horse's immune defenses by decreasing stress and optimizing health.

Did you know your horse can catch the flu, too?While there isn’t a specific time of the year for “flu season” in the equ...
11/23/2024

Did you know your horse can catch the flu, too?

While there isn’t a specific time of the year for “flu season” in the equine world, any time is good to learn more about this highly contagious respiratory condition—particularly because it’s one of the most common infectious diseases of the respiratory tract of horses, and recent years have been unusually active for Equine Influenza Virus (EIV) on a global scale.

EIV spreads rapidly through groups of horses in aerosolized droplets dispersed by coughing, and the severity of clinical signs depends on the degree of existing immunity within the affected individual, among other factors (i.e., correctly vaccinated horses are less affected than unvaccinated horses).
Any horse showing signs of respiratory disease (cough, nasal discharge, persistent fever) should be isolated immediately until your veterinarian can determine the exact cause.

Planning your Thanksgiving trip ? Here are some tips to help with traveling with your pets -Pack A Pet Kit If you have k...
11/20/2024

Planning your Thanksgiving trip ? Here are some tips to help with traveling with your pets -

Pack A Pet Kit

If you have kids, you probably pack specific items to try and anticipate their needs. Pets are not much different. When planning for the trip, make a list of everything you think your pet might need. We suggest food and water, bowls, leash, plastic bags, something to scoop with, and any medication they take. Put all of this in one bag that is easily accessible in your vehicle. That way, you’re not having to go through all your luggage on breaks.

Travel Crate

The ASPCA recommends that pets travel in a well-ventilated crate, even when in your car. This ensures that they do not move around. The crate should be big enough that they can sit, stand, and lie down comfortably. It should be secured to the seat in the event of an abrupt stop. If you choose not to use a crate, a harness that works with your seat belts is also good. In either case, pets should always be in the back seat.

Take Breaks

Just like humans, dogs need to stretch their legs and use the bathroom periodically. If you are on a long trip, be sure and let him or her out every couple of hours. Always keep your dog on a leash during bathroom breaks. Extra vigilance should be paid to traffic; cars are constantly going in and out of gas stations and rest stops. Remember to give your pup some water.

Don’t Leave Your Pet Alone

It may seem harmless to leave your pet alone in your vehicle for just a few minutes. In fact, it is dangerous and not worth the risk. It does not take long at all for a car to heat up and for heat exhaustion to set in. The stress of being alone only complicates things. Even if you leave the air-conditioner on, you run the risk of your baby being stolen. The best option is for your family to take turns, leaving the car so someone is always with your pet.

Did you know that a horse with a moderate hair coat starts requiring additional calories for body temperature regulation...
11/17/2024

Did you know that a horse with a moderate hair coat starts requiring additional calories for body temperature regulation when the outside temperature drops to approximately 50°F?

As the temperatures start to drop, especially overnight, it's important to remember that cold weather prompts special considerations for your horse's diet and care. This is particularly important when it comes to the older members of the herd; consult your primary horse doctor to formulate a plan to keep your horses happy and healthy this fall and winter!

Love sharing these myth busters with you .There is so much misinformation out there ⬇️⬇️If your horse has a cough that p...
11/13/2024

Love sharing these myth busters with you .There is so much misinformation out there ⬇️⬇️

If your horse has a cough that persists into exercise or is heard while your equine friend is at rest in the barn, be sure to talk to your veterinarian about evaluating your horse for respiratory disease. It could be a problem with the upper airway (the nasal passages and throat) or the lower airway (the lungs).

While waiting for your appointment, try decreasing your horse’s exposure to dust, as that is a primary trigger for lower respiratory disease such as asthma or heaves. Some simple things you can do include avoiding straw bedding, feeding hay on the ground and/or soaking it, not using a leaf blower on barn aisles, and not storing hay or bedding above your horse’s stall. Last but not least, while us humans may be more comfortable with all the barn doors closed on a cold day, your horses’ lungs will appreciate open doors/windows and good ventilation!

As always, if you have questions or would like to learn more about preserving your horse’s respiratory health, your vet, Byrd Creek, remains your best source of information!
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Some Veterans have 4 legs . Thank you to both the 2 legged and 4 legged Veterans for all they do to protect our country.
11/11/2024

Some Veterans have 4 legs . Thank you to both the 2 legged and 4 legged Veterans for all they do to protect our country.

After Halloween candy lying around ?
11/05/2024

After Halloween candy lying around ?

IS RAIN ROT A FUNGAL OR A BACTERIAL DISEASE?Rain rot (or rain scald) is the common name for a contagious BACTERIAL skin ...
11/05/2024

IS RAIN ROT A FUNGAL OR A BACTERIAL DISEASE?

Rain rot (or rain scald) is the common name for a contagious BACTERIAL skin disease called dermatophilosis. It's caused by the bacterium "Dermatophilus congolensis," which thrives during wet seasons and in geographical locations with high precipitation and humidity. It can also develop after horses have sweat under blankets or tack, and equines with compromised immune systems are more susceptible.

Why should you not mistake rain rot for a fungal disease?
Antifungal medications and topicals have no effect on the bacteria responsible for rain rot, therefore diagnosing the condition correctly is very important!

How does rain rot happen?
The bacteria infects the hair follicles and damages the hair follicle and shaft; the hair will then pull out in small clumps leaving pink skin or purulent scabs behind (pro tip: your horse will NOT thank you for picking at them!) If you do not address the factors that promote the right bacterial environment (for example, you always leave your horse to stand outside in the rain without shelter or the protection of a waterproof rug), rain rot can keep recurring. If left untreated, the condition can even progress to a point where it opens the door for more serious, secondary skin infections.

If you suspect your horse has rain rot, be sure to give Byrd Creek on the best treatment plan based on the severity of your horse's case. While there are a million products that can be found in your local tack store, we can prescribe a specific course of action.

May you have No tricks and all treats on this Halloween! 👻
10/31/2024

May you have No tricks and all treats on this Halloween! 👻

Please be on the lookout for these two pups last seen in the Wetumpka area!
10/30/2024

Please be on the lookout for these two pups last seen in the Wetumpka area!

Let’s remember our four-legged friends during this holiday trick-or-treat and trunk or treat season. Keep loved one safe...
10/29/2024

Let’s remember our four-legged friends during this holiday trick-or-treat and trunk or treat season. Keep loved one safe.

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