Lake Erie Equine

Lake Erie Equine Lake Erie Equine is an ambulatory practice that services north central Ohio and beyond.
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If you follow the Equine Disease Communication Center, you may have noticed that West Nile Virus is running rampant acro...
09/25/2025

If you follow the Equine Disease Communication Center, you may have noticed that West Nile Virus is running rampant across the United States right now. For every confirmed case, there are likely many more that go undiagnosed and unfortunately, many acutely neurologic horses are euthanized without ever being tested.

The good news is if we administered your horse’s spring vaccines, they are protected. The West Nile vaccine is highly effective and offers excellent protection against this serious and potentially fatal disease.

If your horse did not receive a West Nile Virus vaccine this year, please call us to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. We are currently booking a few weeks out, and timely vaccination is important for protection during peak mosquito season.

A big thank you to everyone who allowed me a little time away for Continuing Education (and a quick visit to Yellowstone...
09/18/2025

A big thank you to everyone who allowed me a little time away for Continuing Education (and a quick visit to Yellowstone to recharge). Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated.

Special thanks to Wellington Veterinary Clinic for covering emergencies in my absence. We are now diving into a couple of days full of appointments as we catch up. Thank you again for your continued support and trust in our care.

A few times a year, we get called out to assess horses for suspected narcolepsy. The vast majority of the time, what we ...
09/13/2025

A few times a year, we get called out to assess horses for suspected narcolepsy. The vast majority of the time, what we find is actually chronic sleep deprivation.

Sleep deprivation in horses can have many causes, but the most common is discomfort with getting up and down. Horses need to lie down for deep, restorative sleep, and when pain keeps them from doing that, they end up exhausted. We most often see this in our senior horses who are dealing with chronic pain.

If your horse seems unusually sleepy, collapses while resting, or isn’t lying down at all, it’s worth a closer look. Often better pain management or mobility support can make all the difference in their rest and quality of life. 🐴💤

Starting December 1, 2025, the USEF will require all horses competing in licensed or endorsed competitions to have an IS...
09/10/2025

Starting December 1, 2025, the USEF will require all horses competing in licensed or endorsed competitions to have an ISO-compliant 15-digit microchip.

✅ Permanent identification that can’t be lost or altered
✅ Required for all breeds, disciplines, and levels under USEF
✅ Quick, safe procedure performed by your veterinarian

The chip is placed in the nuchal ligament of the neck and provides a permanent, reliable ID for your horse.

If your horse is showing this season or next, now is the time to get compliant. Don’t wait until the deadline!

📅 Call or text us to add a microchip to your next appointment.

🚨 A Serious Reminder About Medications We do not dispense injectable medications. Recently, we’ve seen far too many case...
09/04/2025

🚨 A Serious Reminder About Medications

We do not dispense injectable medications. Recently, we’ve seen far too many cases of horses receiving drugs that weren’t prescribed to them or being given dangerously incorrect doses.

One of my first cases as a vet was a 200 lb miniature horse who was colicing. His owner’s friend gave him a “colic drug,” but couldn’t say what it was. After several phone calls, we learned it was Banamine and he had been given a dose meant for a 1,000 lb horse.

Sadly, this isn’t rare. Owners often don’t know exactly what was given or how much, making safe care incredibly difficult. Using the wrong medication or the wrong dose can have serious, even fatal, consequences.

Please:
✅ Only use medications prescribed for your horse.
✅ Call your vet first before giving anything.

Your horse’s safety depends on it. ❤️🐴

🚫🐴💧 Why You Don’t See Us Tubing Horses with Mineral OilOnce upon a time, mineral oil was a go to for colicky horses. But...
09/03/2025

🚫🐴💧 Why You Don’t See Us Tubing Horses with Mineral Oil

Once upon a time, mineral oil was a go to for colicky horses. But veterinary medicine has evolved, and here’s why we’ve moved away from it:

🔹 It wasn’t that effective – Mineral oil mostly helped us track gut movement (when it showed up in manure), but it didn’t hydrate or soften impactions.
🔹 It carried risks – If a horse accidentally aspirated even a small amount, it could cause serious or even fatal pneumonia.
🔹 We have better options now – Modern treatments like water, electrolytes, and other products safely help break up impactions and get things moving again.

💡 We still pass stomach tubes to relieve pressure and deliver fluids, but our goal is safer, more effective care for every horse.

08/30/2025

We’ll be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. As always, we’re here for our clients if an emergency arises. All texts, emails, and non-urgent calls will be returned on Tuesday. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday!

🍂 It’s time to schedule your fall vaccines! 🍂We’ll be sending out reminders in the next week, but you’re welcome to get ...
08/29/2025

🍂 It’s time to schedule your fall vaccines! 🍂

We’ll be sending out reminders in the next week, but you’re welcome to get ahead of the rush.

📞 Text or call us today to reserve your spot!

Dr. Kate will be away attending Continuing Education from September 13–17 and will have limited access to cell service d...
08/28/2025

Dr. Kate will be away attending Continuing Education from September 13–17 and will have limited access to cell service during this time.

Continuing education is an important part of providing the highest quality care for your horses, and we appreciate your support as Dr. Kate invests in her professional growth.

• Emergency services will remain available through our emergency line.

• All non-urgent communications (calls, texts, and emails) will be addressed after her return.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Yes, we are accepting new clients!We’re currently taking on new clients based on geographical location and practice fit....
08/26/2025

Yes, we are accepting new clients!

We’re currently taking on new clients based on geographical location and practice fit. This month, we’ve referred out a few inquiries that were better served elsewhere, such as those seeking reproductive or neonatal care, as well as those outside our service area.

If you’re interested in becoming a client, please reach out. We’d be happy to discuss expectations and see if we’re a good fit for your horse’s care.

08/24/2025

A Quick Note About Emergencies

This evening, we received three emergency calls in a short span of time. One of those emergencies had multiple people calling about the same horse, which actually delayed care for everyone.

To help us respond as quickly as possible:

• Please ensure only one person calls, ideally someone who is present with the horse.

• If you are not a current client, include the full address in your message.

• Make sure your phone can accept calls from unknown numbers. I’m often unable to call people back because their phones automatically decline my calls.

These simple steps will help us provide faster care for your horse and others in need.

While Rose is away, Gretchen is stepping in as my backup veterinary assistant. Unfortunately, she’s not quite trained to...
08/18/2025

While Rose is away, Gretchen is stepping in as my backup veterinary assistant. Unfortunately, she’s not quite trained to drive, schedule appointments, or operate the computer system. Thanks for your patience as I work through the calls and messages from the weekend and this morning!

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PO Box 512
Milan, OH
44846

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+14195777195

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