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Connecting with your horse when you can may help protect him from equine gastric ulcers.
Now is the time to become smart about stress and equine gastric ulcers.
For horses, routines may have changed. But stress can still be an issue. And stress can lead to ulcers.
Hereโs to the fathers who taught us how to get back on when you fall.
Horses love to eat their veggies, but we need to make sure theyโre eating in moderation. All treats, including vegetables, add calories to their diet that most horses donโt need. If you have any nutritional questions, give us a call.
Happy Motherโs Day to all the moms out there.
Spring isnโt the only thing in the air.
A reliable indicator of equine asthma could be a cough, even if infrequent. If you hear your horse cough, tell us about it. A cough can indicate something is wrong and should be investigated further.
Autumn Seasonal Campaign
An equine vet tech is more than just one thing. They are many. And for all those things, we are thankful.
Summer Seasonal Campaign: July
Itโs not the Fourth of July without fireworks, and with fireworks comes a stressed horse. Although both are unavoidable, there are a few steps you can take to keep your horse safe.
FAQs
FAQ:
โAre you still seeing patients and scheduling regular appointments?
โ๏ธYES. No matter what is going on in the world your horses are still going to need care at some point. Your horses health is our first priority.
โWhat should I do when I arrive at the clinic for my appointment?
โ๏ธPlease remain at your truck and trailer and call the office at (573) 243-8645 to check in. We will check all of your information and get the history and problems you are having with your horse over the phone. We will then come get your horse (using our lead rope), proceed with the exam, and bring the horse back out to you along with instructions and any medications recommended. We are accepting cash, check and card payment (over the phone) due at time of service. We are following these proceedures to protect you and our staff. We must stay healthy so we can continue to provide care for our patients.
โHow can I become involved in the examination of my horse?
โ๏ธIf you are interested in what happens during the exam we can send videos and pictures to your e-mail or messenger of the important parts of the exam. We encourage you to interact with us on messenger or email. Our doctors will also call you at the conclusion to give details about the exam and a plan to treat. You can call anytime during the exam or after with questions.
โShould I put my horses vaccinations on hold?
โ๏ธIf your horse is due for annual vaccinations please do not wait! Mosquitoes are already becoming active, so it is important we continue to vaccinate against the mosquito born diseases. We are unsure when things will return to "normal" and your horses health is still our top priority. Our new procedures limit contact with our clinic and staff to ensure your health as well. Call the clinic at (573) 243-8645 to schedule your appointment!
โAre you all still breeding mares?
โ๏ธYes, we are still breeding mares at this time. Please call the clinic at (573) 243-8645 to schedule an appointme
COVID-19 Proceedures and Precautions
We hope everyone is well! We ARE still seeing patients. CHANGES(have been working very well thus far):
1. Call office when you get into parking lot
2. Respond to few questions: have you been in area with COVID-19? do you have fever? Are you under quarantine?
If yes to any of these you may NOT come in clinic-If Emergency we WILL still see your horse
3. Check in over the phone
4. Technician will come to trailer or call you when we are ready to examine your horse
5. Only 1 person per horse, but have to stay 10 feet from us, IF we allow you to come in at all. IF you are not allowed in or wish to not come in, we will video some of the major portions of exam and call you with discussion of findings and make treatment plan with you.
6. May check out over phone or in person(if well)-we are sanitizing front desk area A LOT
Saturdayโs: call ahead please!
**We want to continue to be able to help you help your horses during this time and keep everyone safe! PLEASE donโt hesitate to call us anytime if you have questions ๐
TAKE CARE ALL! HUGS
