Lake Erie Equine

07/10/2025

Happy National Farriers Week!

To all our friends who spend their days hunched under horses — thank you. 🐴💪

Without you, none of us would be here. I always say: it takes a village to maintain a horse, and farriers are truly the cornerstone of that village. Your skill, strength, and dedication keep our horses sound and our clients happy. We see you. We appreciate you. We couldn’t do it without you!

07/07/2025

We’re pleased to share that we saw zero lacerations over the holiday weekend — a big shoutout to all of you for excellent horse management!

Dr. Kate will be working through a long list of lab work callbacks this afternoon. If you’re waiting on results, you should hear from her soon.

We also have an unusually light schedule this week and have room for a few more appointments. If you’ve been meaning to get something on the books, now’s a great time!

📞 Call or text us to get scheduled.

07/03/2025

🇺🇸 July 4th Holiday Hours

Dr. Kate will be on the road the morning of July 4th, but all appointments are fully booked.

For the remainder of the day and throughout the weekend, we will be operating on an emergency-only basis.

🔹 Reminder: Wellness clients — those seen at least annually for a wellness exam and vaccines — receive priority for emergency care.

We wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!

06/24/2025

We had our first case of the year today!

06/22/2025

The hot weather is here, and fans are going up fast in barns everywhere — but please don’t reach for a box fan.

Box fans are not intended for barn use and pose a major fire hazard due to dust buildup and exposed motors.

Keep your horses safe by using fans with enclosed motors that are designed for agricultural settings.

06/18/2025

All of this!

Today is ! Join us in celebrating all the veterinary professionals that help our animals (especially our horses) live long, happy and healthy lives.

If you are looking for ways to say “thank you” to your veterinary team, there are plenty of options. However, it’s very possible that the best way to thank your horse doctors and equine vet techs is to make their job easier.

Some small things can make the biggest difference; check out this graphic for a few simple ways you can ease the strain on your veterinarians and show them your appreciation. No matter how you choose to say thank you today, there is no doubt you will brighten your vet team’s day!

Lastly, show some love for your veterinarian in the comments below and tag them, some words of encouragement and appreciation are sure to bring a smile to their face! ⬇️

06/17/2025

📵 After-Hours Reminder 📵

Outside of business hours, our text messages are silenced and may not be seen until the next business day. We do have an auto-text response with instructions — but please remember:

‼️If you need to reach us after hours, you must call.‼️ This is the only way to ensure we’re alerted in the event of an emergency.

Thank you for helping us provide the best care possible!

06/12/2025

Today I pulled 4 ticks off myself after just a few minutes in tall grass outside a barn—this year is shaping up to be a bad one for ticks. Make sure you’re checking your horses (and yourself!) regularly.

Check out this helpful infographic for tips on where ticks like to hide on horses and how to spot them early. 🕷️🐴

06/10/2025

Check out this great post from our friends at AAEP about gastric ulcers.

HOW AND WHY DO HORSES GET ULCERS?

Equine gastric ulcers can affect any horse of any age. Up to 90% of racehorses and 60% of show horses, as well as non-performance horses and even foals are affected by equine gastric ulcers. Gastric ulcers result from the erosion of the stomach lining due to a prolonged exposure to the normal acid present in the stomach.

Unlike ulcers in humans, bacteria do not appear to cause equine gastric ulcers. Instead, this condition is often a man-made disease. Stall confinement alone can lead to the development of ulcers. A horse’s feeding schedule and high-grain diets can also contribute to the development of ulcers.

Stress, both environmental and physical, can increase the likelihood of ulcers, as can hauling, training, and mixing groups of horses. Strenuous exercise can decrease the emptying of the stomach as well as the blood flow, thus further contributing to the problem.

The treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers is directed at removing these predisposing factors, therefore decreasing acid production within the horse’s stomach. Prevention of ulcers is the key in helping your horse, as neutralizing the production of stomach acid is nature’s best antacid.

Please note that the only way to definitively diagnose ulcers is through a gastroscopy. An equine veterinarian should always be consulted in any case of suspected gastric ulcers to determine the best course of action and treatment for the individual horse.

06/07/2025

It’s been a week—computer glitches, credit card processor issues, dental equipment malfunctions, and X-ray cloud problems… just to name a few.

Today is dedicated to troubleshooting and getting everything back on track. Thanks for your patience while we untangle the chaos!

06/05/2025

🎉 Celebrating One Year with Rose! 🎉

We’re excited to recognize an important milestone—one year since Rose joined Lake Erie Equine!

Over the past year, Rose has become an invaluable part of our team. Her calm presence, strong work ethic, and genuine care for both patients and clients have made a lasting impact. Whether she’s preparing for appointments, assisting with procedures, or helping things run smoothly behind the scenes, Rose brings dedication and professionalism to everything she does.

We’re so grateful to have her as part of the Lake Erie Equine team and look forward to many more years of working together.

Please join us in congratulating Rose on an outstanding first year! 💙

05/31/2025

Earlier this year, we had an Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) scare that served as a powerful reminder: Coggins testing matters.

While it may feel routine or even monotonous, regular Coggins testing is a crucial part of protecting not only your horse but the entire equine community. EIA has no cure, and infected horses can appear completely healthy while still being a risk to others.

Thank you to all our clients who stay on top of testing—your efforts keep our barns, shows, and trails safer for everyone.