Kulshan Veterinary Hospital

12/20/2024

Who's ready for Santa?!?!

12/19/2024

Just a little doggy trying to stay warm

12/18/2024

Just an orange cat being an orange cat

12/17/2024

Tis the season

12/17/2024

We are currently looking for the owners of a female poodle mix, white with black spots, that was found by Lynden PD on Benson Rd by Benson Lane. She is safe at our Lynden location. Please call the clinic at (360) 354-5095. The clinic is open until 6 pm. The doctor on call can be reached after hours until 10 pm.

12/13/2024

Cecylee always finds the cutest friends

12/12/2024

Little bundle of fluff

12/11/2024

Keeping warm

12/10/2024

Besties

12/09/2024

Carrie found herself some fans

12/06/2024

The pigs get bagels so therefore he also gets a bagel

12/05/2024

Our staff loves all our patients, large and small

12/05/2024

In Spokane County two horses succumbed to the neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) otherwise known as Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM). This contagious, often fatal disease of horses has prompted the Washington State Department of Agriculture veterinarians to issue a warning for those who recently visited a local arena where other horses were present. Two Spokane equine premises are under official quarantine with veterinary oversight. Horse owners who have commingled horses are encouraged to self-quarantine their horses and refrain from any transportation for the next three weeks to prevent the potential spread of the virus. The arena has closed temporarily to ensure a decreased risk in spreading this deadly virus. Because the incubation period can be up to 14 days, owners are encouraged to carefully monitor their horses for any clinical signs, including, but not limited to, fever, stumbling, falling, behavioral change, respiratory signs, and/or inappetence.

Isolating newly purchased horses or those returning from shows can limit the spread of the disease. Furthermore, immediate contact with your veterinarian with any concerns is helpful. Additionally, practicing good biosecurity measures, such as avoiding nose-to-nose contact between horses and not sharing equipment, is essential to protect all horses in clinics, races, and competitions. It is vital for horse owners and enthusiasts to remain vigilant and cooperative in implementing these protocols to prevent further outbreaks within the equestrian community. EHV-1 is a common respiratory virus of horses, but the neurologic form causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) that can present with various symptoms, including fever, decreased coordination, hind limb weakness, and lethargy. These signs should not be taken lightly, and immediate veterinary attention is crucial. Taking temperatures twice a day can help with early detection and improve outcomes for exposed or infected horses. The state veterinarian has approved the use of an experimental immunomodulator drug that has shown promising results to prevent the shedding of EHV-1 virus and protect exposed horses; however, the drug does not treat or cure an already infected horse. Horse owners should contact their veterinarian for more information. Work with your veterinarian to keep your horses up to date on vaccination. Although there is no vaccine for EHM, EHV-1 vaccines may be cross protective. Horse owners are urged to remain observant and proactive in safeguarding the health and well-being of their animals during this challenging time

Over the weekend, the equine community in Spokane County was met with unfortunate news as two horses succumbed to the neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) otherwise known as Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM).

12/04/2024

Ready for Santa!

12/03/2024

New blog post up!
https://www.kulshanvet.com/2024/11/15/the-dreaded-diarrhea/

12/02/2024

Vet trucks here! Must be time for some pets!

11/29/2024

How it started vs how its going

11/29/2024

We're back in clinic for regular business hours!
Flashback to Dr. Murphy & Cecylee helping deliver these cuties a few weeks back.