Granville Veterinary Service, Large Animal

11/06/2025

F***l examinations in large animals, like horses and cattle and small ruminants like goats and sheep are crucial for diagnosing internal parasites. These tests help identify and quantify the parasite load, allowing veterinarians to determine the appropriate deworming strategy. F***l egg counts (FECs) and f***l egg count reduction tests (FECRTs) are commonly used for this purpose.

We now are doing f***l testing in House.

05/06/2025

Fair season is approaching. It is time to start thinking about making your appointments for vaccines, health charts and testing. Make sure you check requirements for each fair.

States are still requiring milk testing to be done on Milking cows. The Milk sample must be taken 7 days prior to the fair.

Washington County Fair : The last day that you can get vaccines for your animal(s)is August 1st.

Make sure Coggins are up to date.

05/06/2025

"Cool" hot weather tips! ☀️

The notion that a hot, recently exercised horse needs to walk until they are completely cooled off is a myth. A 2020 study found that out of the five methods tested, the quickest way to return to normal body temperature was stationary with continuous tap water application. This doesn't mean that you should abruptly stop exercise—finish your ride or training session with a slow walk to allow your horse's heart rate and breathing to gradually return to normal, but after that your sweaty, hardworking horse should be offered a cool shower and drinking water (small but frequent amounts) without delay.

Overall, enjoy your summer rides but be aware of signs of heat stress in your horse. When heat and humidity soar, even moderate exercise can push your equine friend's body temperature beyond safe limits! Be sure to contact your veterinarian for more information about heat stroke and for recommendations tailored to your horse's individual situation.

14/05/2025

We have added a new service to our practice. Called Compassinate Crossings.

A Gentle Goodbye in the Comfort of Home

Saying goodbye to a cherished pet is one of life’s hardest moments. At Compassionate Crossings, our doctors provide end-of-life care with sensitivity and dignity, ensuring a peaceful farewell in the comfort of your home.

To further support you during this emotional time, we have partnered with Final Gift Pet Memorial Center, a trusted full-service pet cremation provider offering various respectful options to honor your pet’s memory.

Learn more on our website

Discover premium veterinary services with Granville Veterinary Service. Serving New York and Vermont with expertise in large animal care and wellness resources.

09/05/2025

Dr. Jessica , doing routine Dental Care.

Horse dentals, or equine dentistry, involves maintaining and managing a horse's oral health. It's crucial for a horse's overall health because their teeth are essential for chewing and digestion. Regular dental care can prevent pain, improve feeding efficiency, and address behavioral issues related to discomfort.

18/03/2025

27/02/2025

Our internet is currently down, which means our phones are also down. Hoping to get it back up soon!

20/12/2024

Just a heads up that we will have some modified office hours for the next couple of weeks to allow our staff to spend the holidays with their loved ones. As always, our answering service will be taking calls 24/7 and there will be a veterinarian on call while the office is closed.

Please allow a little extra time to receive any medication orders or lab results, as those vendors are working under abbreviated schedules as well.

Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy holiday season, and looking forward to announcing some exciting developments for 2025!

12/12/2024

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

We were notified by the Washington County Department of Health that a raccoon that was captured in the Blind Buck Road area of Salem, NY last week tested positive for rabies.

Please make sure your animals are up to date on their rabies vaccinations and be vigilant for other animals acting abnormally, nocturnal animals being out during the day, losing their fear of humans, etc.

Rabies can present with a variety of neurologic symptoms, similar to other illnesses.

02/10/2024

Washington County Public Health received seasonal flu vaccine for farm workers who could be exposed to the H5N1 avian influenza or “bird flu” strain.

An H5N1 avian flu outbreak was detected in dairy cattle in the U.S. in March 2024.

The seasonal flu vaccine does not protect against H5N1, but may prevent farm workers from becoming sick with seasonal flu and H5N1 at the same time.

If you are a Washington County farm operator who would like to set up a flu clinic, contact Washington County Public Health: 518-746-2400 [email protected]

For full flyer visit : https://www.washingtoncountyny.gov/292/Public-Health-Nursing

23/08/2024

Perfect night for the Washington County Fair!

19/08/2024

*Important announcement for equine clients*

There have been numerous positive cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in New York in the last week, including one in Washington County. EEE presents as neurologic symptoms, is transmitted by mosquitoes, and can be fatal.

If your horse has not been vaccinated against EEE in the last 12 months we strongly encourage you to have that done as soon as possible.

Neurologic symptoms include fever, stiff neck, lack of energy, behavior changes such as aggressiveness, circling, or hyperexcitability, impaired vision, muscle twitches, inability to swallow, paralysis, and convulsions.