Blauner, Buchholz and Associates

06/18/2024

How to get your horse to cool down quickly 🥵☀️

"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.
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Information brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

06/16/2024

Happy Father's Day to all of the dads of both two and four-legged children! Give thanks today for all of the wonderful fathers in your life today, and every day!

Pictured below is Aubrey and her Dad and Grandfather with her first love Tucson

06/12/2024

It is heating up this week!

Check out this article from TheHorse.com on how to "Help Your Horse Beat the Heat"

As tough as steamy summers can be on humans, they can be even harder on horses. Two veterinarians share tips on how to help your horse beat the heat.

05/27/2024

Happy Memorial Day

Thank you to all of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their nation.

05/24/2024

Our Office will be closed on Monday May 27th

As always we are available for any emergency by calling 610-584-6000

05/22/2024

A great summary of some common emergencies, as well as things that can wait! If you’re unsure whether or not a horse needs to be seen by a veterinarian, please give us a call at: 610-584-6000 and we can walk you through it!

05/22/2024

Happy First Day of Devon!!!

Don't forget to call us if you need any show paperwork.

610-584-6000

05/20/2024

Memorial Day is Monday the 27th.

This holiday tends to bring some anxiety for horse owners. Please call our office if you have any concerns of fireworks in your area and would like to discuss how to keep your horses safe.

05/15/2024

DEVON IS 1 WEEK AWAY!!!

Before the champions can meet you must have all your paperwork together!

Current Coggins - can be accessed via Global Vet Link
Devon BioSecurity Form - to be filled out by a veterinarian

Please call our office 610-584-6000 if you need help with either.

05/12/2024

Happy Mother’s Day 💕💐

From the four legged mamas, two legged mamas, horse show moms and barn moms. They do it all!

We hope everyone is able to enjoy and celebrate today.

05/08/2024

World Donkey Day 🌎🫏

We could not let the day pass us by without sharing a few of our donkey patients.

05/05/2024

These two are always on the go. Congratulations to Dr. Buchholz and Dr. Cnudde for running in the Broad Street Run 🏃‍♀️

04/27/2024

2024 World Veterinary Day

“The application of veterinary science contributes not only to animal health and well-being but also to human’s physical, mental and social wellbeing.” - AVMA

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) and Health for Animals announced that this year’s theme is “Veterinarians are essential health workers.” The 2024 World Veterinary Day will be held on April 27 and is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of veterinarians to the health of animals,...

04/26/2024

Dr. Peter Blauner enjoying a beautiful day at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event.

04/24/2024

HAPPY ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY

We can not thank our support staff enough, because that is exactly what they do...support. From taking care of schedules and health certificates, to pre-purchase exams and blood work they make this practice run smoothly.

Always greeting clients, vets, and techs with a smile in the morning they are the best way to start the day! From a quick joke or a hug when needed they make sure everyone is out the door on the right foot.

Thank you, Pauline, Kelly, Allison, Bryn, and Brandy for all that you do for us ❤

04/23/2024

Check out Dr. Buchholz and Ulaki 💕

04/22/2024

Are you showing at Devon this year?

Make sure to contact our office to have your biosecurity form filled out 🩵💙

04/11/2024

Happy National Pet Day!!!!

Here you have Dr. Levine and her buddy Basil (points if you can guess why he is named such😉)

We would love to see some photos of you and your pets 📸

04/08/2024

We would expect nothing less from our ophthalmology guru.

Looking good Dr. Buchholz and Winston 🌖😎

04/08/2024

Solar Eclipse 🌖

Not to worry! Horses will naturally avoid looking at the sun, so today should be the same as any other day.

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04/05/2024

After a week of rain, we need a little Feel Good Friday. How stinking cute are Pippi (Left) and Tessa (Right) 💕

04/03/2024

Power is intermittent at our office, if you have an emergency our answering service will direct your call.

This weather is greatttttt 😉

04/02/2024

03/28/2024

Adequan is offering a rebate on boxes of 7 vials and 50ml vials. The rebate started on March 1st and will go until March 31st of next year.

Please let the office know if you have already purchased and we can send you a rebate.

03/25/2024

Dr. Buchholz traveled to the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine last week to speak with a group of future veterinarians. Having been with our practice for 24 years she had a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with them.

We are always happy to come and speak to 4H clubs, camps, riding teams, and groups about being an Equine Ambulatory Veterinarian.

03/22/2024

HOOF PUNCTURE WOUNDS

Puncture Wounds in the foot are always considered an emergency. This typically happens when a horse has stepped on a sharp object such as a nail.

The first instinct for many owners is to remove the object but DO NOT REMOVE THE OBJECT FROM THE FOOT. We tell you this because we want to know what structures within the foot may of been penetrated and how to best move forward with treatment.

Dr. Fraysier and Phil had the perfect opportunity to show you exactly why we tell you to call us before removing anything from the foot.

Dr. Fraysier found a screw in her tire, and she knew that the screw could have penetrated deep within the tire wall. Removal of the screw could result in a flat. Imaging revealed the screw had not penetrated too deeply and no further treatment was needed, but from the outside you are not able to know this.

Luckily for Dr. Fraysier with some quick work by Phil the screw was removed and she was back on the road.

03/13/2024

The office will be CLOSED tomorrow, Thursday March 14th, 2024 for some much-needed building maintenance. Our veterinarians will still be seeing patients and making farm calls all day, so nothing will change for those of you with appointments scheduled for tomorrow. If you need the on-call vet, please call: 610-584-6000 as usual! Enjoy the sunshine, everyone!

03/08/2024

Dr. Peter Blauner was out making sure all the horses were safe during today's hunt 🦊

Boyd Martin was the honorary field master for the incredibly popular V***n Meet with Mr Stewart’s Cheshire Foxhounds on International Women’s Day!

02/28/2024

It's only 20 days until Spring, and that means most horses are due for their first round of spring vaccines! If you or your barn manager haven't already, give the office a call to schedule your vaccine appointments, Coggins, and wellness exams. We want to be sure you're ready to ride when warmer weather arrives!