Hartwell Equine Veterinary Services

07/09/2025

Any day snuggling a cria is a GOOD DAY! 🦙

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07/07/2025

🌡️ Heat Wave Warning: Anhidrosis Alert! 🌡️
This extreme heat and humidity we’re experiencing is more than just uncomfortable—it’s triggering anhidrosis (inability to sweat) in some horses.

💥 I've seen an increase in the number of cases over the past month (more so than last year!). Anhidrosis can lead to dangerously high body temperatures, poor performance, and even heat stroke. Horses rely on sweating to cool themselves, and when that stops working, they’re at serious risk.

⚠️ Signs to watch for:

Dry coat despite heavy work

Rapid or labored breathing

Elevated temperature

Lethargy or poor recovery after exercise

📞 If you're concerned your horse may be affected, don’t wait—call us to schedule an exam. Early intervention can make all the difference.

Stay cool, stay safe, and take extra care of your equine partners during this heat wave.

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07/04/2025

🎇 Happy FOURTH OF JULY! 🎇

We are closed today but open for emergencies. Stay safe and enjoy the holiday weekend!

07/02/2025

Our patient today is ready for July 4 with his festive fly mask!

Remember, fly masks can help reduce the risk of squamous cell carcinoma in light skinned horses. This type of cancer is caused by harmful UV light from the sun so keep those fly masks on any horse with pink skin!

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06/17/2025

Our patients are receiving top-notch inpatient care… thanks to our tiniest team member!

From filling water troughs to offering moral support, Everett provides premium patient services at no additional charge.

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06/11/2025

Prepurchase exams and popsicles! Thankful for clients who keep me cool while we're out here jogging horses on this 🔥 day!

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06/11/2025

🚨 JUST A REMINDER THAT EQUINE EYE INJURIES ARE ALWAYS AN EMERGENCY 🚨

It's been a busy spring with plenty of eye emergencies!

Even a small squint or a little tearing can signal something serious. Horses are prone to eye injuries, and conditions like corneal ulcers can worsen quickly—sometimes in just 24 hours.

💥 Swollen eyelid?
💧 Excessive tearing or discharge?
🌫️ Cloudiness or change in eye color?
😣 Squinting or rubbing the face?

👉 Don’t wait and see. Waiting can mean the difference between simple treatment and permanent vision loss.

📞 Call us immediately if you notice anything off about your horse’s eye. At Hartwell Equine Veterinary Services, we treat every eye issue as an emergency—because it is.

🩺🐴 Keeping your horse’s vision safe, one eye at a time.

05/20/2025

Our patient today tried to get a two for one deal on foot X-rays!

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05/19/2025

🚨 Student Spotlight 🚨

We had the pleasure of hosting Rachel, a 4th-year veterinary student from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, for her externship at Hartwell Equine!

Rachel jumped right in and put her skills to work—performing numerous equine dental floats, goat and alpaca castrations, suturing a leg laceration, scoping a horse's stomach, and even performing a mass removal on an ear. She brought a great attitude, asked thoughtful questions, and showed real dedication to learning and patient care.

We’re always excited to support the next generation of veterinarians, and Rachel has a bright future ahead of her! 🐴🐐🦙🐾

Good luck with the rest of your clinical year, Rachel!

05/16/2025

What your tech does on a slow Friday afternoon. If you know, you know....

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05/09/2025

Waiting for the last 2 appointments at the clinic on this Friday afternoon! It's almost the weekend!

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04/24/2025

Sometimes supervising the vet is too much and you need a nap. 😴

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