Equine Medical Associates, Inc

12/20/2022

Manzanola Feeds is Recalling Certain Lots of Top of the Rockies Alfalfa Cubes due to Possible Clostridium botulinum Health Risk
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/manzanola-feeds-recalling-certain-lots-top-rockies-alfalfa-cubes-due-possible-clostridium-botulinum

"The recalled product was distributed directly to the following states: AR, CO, IL, KS, LA, MO, NM, OK, TX, WI. Further distribution may be possible, so it is important to check if you have this product."

Out of an abundance of caution Manzanola Feeds is voluntarily recalling certain lots of Top of the Rockies Alfalfa Cubes because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum

07/03/2021

This is great information written by one of our former Doctors.

03/15/2021

Hi!!! My name is Percy!!! I was born Saturday morning and am the newest (and I say cutest!!!) patient of Equine Medical Associates! Aren't I sooooo cute?!?!?! They say I got my colors (and my hairiness 🤫) from my daddy; he's a Gypsy Vanner and is quite handsome. My momma is a Rocky, and I got allllll of her sweetness plus some. Anyway, I'm here today to give a PSA!! See, I was born normally, and my momma had colostrum, but somehow, either it just wasn't enough or my cute little tummy just didn't absorb all of it. The hoomans say that is a pretty common thing for us newbies. So, like all new foals should, I had my blood drawn to check my IgG, and that is when we found out the news. See, every baby needs to have a high enough level of IgG in order to fight off these things you hoomans call bacteria and viruses. If I can't fight these off, well, this cute little fella would get really, really sick, and maybe not even.... well, let's not go there. So, the vet hoomans have this thing called 'plasma' that they can give us babies who need it in order to get our IgG where it should be. So, yesterday, that is what I had done (see how cute I am having that done!?!?). It was a relaxing experience really, no biggie, the vet hooman gave me a cute wittle bitty baby dose of sleepy medicine and made sure I was comfy. I got my plasma and then got up and got some milk 🍼from my momma - yum!!! So, as you see, I, in all my cuteness, have learned a lot in my 2 days, and wanted to share my story with all of you hoomans so all of us cute babies can stay healthy!!! So, if you have a new baby, call your vet hooman and have that cute baby and momma checked out!!! Well, I'm hungry, and need a nap, so my cuteness is going to sign off for now!!!

03/04/2021

NOTICE: Two Equine Infectious Anemia Cases Identified in Missouri

The Missouri Department of Agriculture identified two horses testing positive for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in late January 2021. These were reported as two separate cases, one in Cass County and the other in Johnson County. All detected exposed horses have tested negative thus far and will be released from quarantine following a second negative test two months following the first. Both positive horses have been euthanized.

The following information is excerpts taken from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service website regarding EIA.

Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) is a viral disease affecting only members of the equidae family (horses, ponies, zebras, mules, and donkeys). The equine infectious anemia virus (EIAv) is categorized as a retrovirus. There is no vaccine or treatment for the disease. Infection is often inapparent and results in a lifelong carrier state if the horse survives the acute phase of the infection. EIA is found widely throughout the world. It is often difficult to differentiate from other fever-producing diseases.

There are three clinical forms: Acute, Chronic, and Inapparent.

EIA is a classic blood-borne infection. Humans have played an important role in EIAv transmission over the years by using blood-contaminated materials (such as needles) on multiple horses. But the EIAv is most often transmitted between horses in close proximity by large biting insects such as horse flies or deer flies.

The AGID, or Coggins, test is performed and is used to identify EIAv carriers.

When an equine has a positive result on an official test for EIA, the animal must be placed under quarantine within 24 hours after positive test results are known in order to permit confirmation testing and to prevent further exposure of other equines. The equine must remain in quarantine until final classification and disposition are made.

All exposed equines (either individual or within a herd) within 200 yards of the location where a positive equine is or was maintained must also be placed under quarantine. The quarantine area must provide no less than 200 yards of separation from all other equines. Local APHIS regulatory personnel will oversee the testing and quarantine protocols.

07/15/2020

Outbreak Alert: Vesicular Stomatitis in Missouri

Today, the Missouri State Vet confirmed that there is an affected equine premises in Newton County, MO. The horses are under the required 14 day quarantine.

Vesicular Stomatitis is a contagious, non-fatal reportable virus that primarily affects horses and cattle by causing a fever and vesicular lesions in the mouth, on ears, near the coronary band of hooves or on teats. It is spread by black flies, sand flies, and biting midges (Culicoides spp.).Horses infected with Vesicular Stomatitis may be treated with anti-inflammatory medication to minimize swelling and kept on soft feeds to ensure they continue eating and drinking. The virus occasionally affects other hooved livestock, including sheep, goats and swine. This year, the virus has been confirmed in Arizona, Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas in both horses and cattle.

If you notice any abnormal oral/ear lesions or clinical signs consistent with VS, please contact your local veterinarian. As a preventative measure, Missouri has required a veterinary examination, Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) and an Entry Permit for hooved animals entering the state from affected areas.

For more information and to stay up to date, please visit the following pages:

https://agriculture.mo.gov/news/newsitem/uuid/909f188e-3aff-45cc-b233-82d36e0f6ea9?fbclid=IwAR3RRzkRT1_fCBDspcwhiaf2v67F8uM_Vgv6QnwDeNl8HCDmCXeEn6e9OR0

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_health/downloads/animal_diseases/vsv/sitrep-07-13-20.pdf

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/publications/animal_health/fs-vesicular-stomatitis.pdf

https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Guidelines/VesicularStomatitis_Final.pdf

https://www.equinediseasecc.org/

📸 and info : Missouri Department of Agriculture

04/17/2020

Truth

04/10/2020

Just saying....

11/01/2019

If you see this super hero today, wish him a Happy Birthday

10/24/2019

Stolen from another page, but it’s too funny not to share

10/15/2019

09/26/2019

What a life this man had

It is with heavy hearts that we share with you the passing of Mr. Eugene Carter.

If you crossed Gene’s path at the Kentucky Horse Park, we're sure you left knowing this. Gene deeply loved his wife, family and “the good lord upstairs.” He loved working at the Kentucky Horse Park, the horses he cared for over the years, and the friends he worked with each day. He loved meeting new people and telling his story.

Gene made a lasting impression on so many in his lifetime, including all of us at the Kentucky Horse Park.

We ask for respect and privacy for his family in the days ahead.

06/23/2019

03/26/2019

Dr. Adams will be at Byrnes Mill Stables Monday, April 8th!!!
Please call us at 636-458-3311 to reserve your horse's appointment!

07/11/2017

This is Incredible!

04/06/2017

Interesting film clip

02/18/2017

Amazing!

Here is a picture of Bob Manns and his horse named Magic.

02/05/2017

Isn't this amazing?!

Do you really understand how big your horse's lungs are? This picture is a horse's lungs fully inflated...amazing when you think they are enclosed in a horse's body! Did you know a horse takes in 2x 5-Gallon buckets of air ever second? Think of how much that really is. So, do the best you can to help your horse breathe!

01/14/2017

Heads up, keep your eyes peeled.

The Illinois State Veterinarian reports it received a positive Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test from a horse in Northeast Illinois.

01/14/2017

To anyone who has recently purchased or rescued a horse, particularly in the north east illinois area - a horse that has tested positive for EIA has disappeared before follow-up could be made. EIA is a lifelong, sometimes deadly disease and is transmissable between through fly bites, there is no cure nor vaccine. Someone may have this horse, around their own horses, and be completely unaware. Please use caution.

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01/14/2017

In light of the dangerous road predictions in place, Dr Rhoades will not be at Prairietown tomorrow morning. We encourage you to stay off the roads and at home safe as much as possible and are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

12/16/2016

Now isn't this the truth? Lol

10/04/2016

Congratulations Dr Loafmann on this well deserved honor

Thomas G. Loafmann, DVM, of Glencoe, Mo., was recently named a 2016 Distinguished Alumnus of Oklahoma State University’s Center for Veterinary Health Sciences. Loafmann earned his DVM degree from OSU in 1963 and serves as the class representati...

06/03/2016

Mind blown! This is crazy!

05/01/2016

Having great clients really makes the job easy.

01/24/2016

Never a dull moment at Equine Medical

WEST ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO (KPLR) – FOX 2 has exclusive video of a dramatic rescue of a horse that fell through the ice on a West County pond. Saturday night the Metro West Fire Protection District ...

09/06/2015

Dr. Loafmann driving Dancer to a surrey with fringe on top for the Quest Community Church celebration

08/29/2015

I am pretty sure this is a medical fact

08/17/2015

Pretty sure all of us have felt this way at some point

08/14/2015

Oh my gosh, this is funny