Baystone Equine is an equine exclusive, ambulatory practice servicing Worcester County, Massachusetts. Established in 1997 by Dr. Kris M.
(3)
Koss, the practice cares for all equine patients, from routine health care to specialized diagnostics and treatments.
Dr. Abby and Emily had their last day on the road together yesterday and had to splurge one last time on some seasonal coffee 🎃
Dr. Abby will be on call for emergencies this weekend and can be reached at (508) 277-7266.
Dr. Koss will be back from the Big E on Monday, October 2nd. At this time, Dr. Abby will no longer be with the practice and all calls should be directed to Dr. Koss at (508) 864-6988.
It was such a pleasure getting to know you all and care for your horses!
Dear Friends and Clients,
Dr. Koss and his family welcomed me into their wonderful practice almost 2.5 years ago, and I have loved being a part of Baystone Equine. I have equally loved getting to know all of you and your horses. It is with mixed emotions that I will be leaving the practice at the end of September to pursue a new opportunity. It has been such a pleasure getting to know you all and be entrusted with the care of your horses. Thank you for making my time at Baystone Equine so memorable.
Sincerely,
Dr. Abby
📍Erickson’s Ice Cream, Maynard MA
A necessary stop 🍦
Erickson’s Ice Cream is by far one of our favorite stops (you may have noticed it’s made the page before!) While out of our normal radius, it is worth the drive. Large serving sizes, very creamy consistency, and a large favor selection. The price is a little steeper than some of its competitors, but that’s never been enough to deter us! Our one other critic is the Mint Chip is white instead of green. Emily got Peanut Butter Bliss and Dr. Abby went with Roasted Almond Butter. Well worth the stop (or drive)!
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Have a great weekend! Dr. Koss is on call for emergencies.
‼️ Health Alert ‼️
With all the rain 🌧️ this year, we are seeing an increase in Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) in the area. We recommend a booster vaccination 💉 for any horses that have not received the vaccine within the last 3 months.
Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) is carried by mayflies. Clinical signs are varied but can include lethargy, fever, decreased appetite, diarrhea, and laminitis. PHF can be fatal and the vaccination helps to prevent and decrease the severity of disease.
Cleaning water buckets/troughs daily 🪣, turning barn lights off at night 💡(light attracts bugs), and minimizing your horse’s access to freshwater bodies of water 💦 are all ways to help decrease their risk.
Please call 📞 Dr. Abby or Dr. Koss to schedule!
Have a great weekend, Dr. Abby will be on call for emergencies and can be reached at (508) 277-7266.
📍Howard’s Drive In, West Brookfield, MA
An average ice cream 🍦
Howard’s Drive In is an easy stop off of Route 9 for a quick mid-day treat (they also have real food!). Not always a huge flavor selection, but huge portions for an average price. Emily went with mint chocolate chip and Dr. Abby got chocolate peanut butter ripple. A great way to break up the afternoon appointments!
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It’s going to be a hot one this weekend ☀️🕶️
Here are some helpful tips from the American Association of Equine Practitioners to help keep everyone healthy.
Have a great weekend! Dr. Koss will be on call for emergencies.
📍Kopp’s Frozen Custard, Glendale, WI
Simply the best 🐮🧀
Kopp’s Frozen Custard is the epitome of Midwest dairy frozen treats. Neither quality nor quantity are sacrificed at Kopp’s. The portions are massive (and generously loaded with toppings) and the price is beyond reasonable. Vanilla, chocolate, and two flavors of the day are the only options but it is always difficult making a choice! Dr. Koss went for the Turtle Sundae flavor and Emily splurged with Turtle Sundae and Razzmatazz. Highly recommend if you’re ever in the Milwaukee area!
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Smile, it’s the weekend 😁
Dr. Abby will be on call for any emergencies that arise.
Some great advice from the American Association of Equine Practitioners. Happy Fourth of July 🇺🇸 🎆🎇
With the Fourth of July festivities just around the corner, now is a good time to make preparations to keep your horses, farm animals and pets safe during any fireworks that will be happening in your area.
The graphic below lists some tips to get you started. If your horses are staying out overnight, be sure to check your fencing ahead of time and neutralize any hazards like rocks, branches or holes that could lead to injury if the animals start bolting. If you are concerned your animals may get loose, make sure your contact information is on a tag on the halter (provided i’is a breakaway one) or braided in their mane.
Some horses require sedation to help them get through. If you are really worried about your horse's safety, consult your veterinarian about calming agents.
This is also a good time to update and review your fire response program at your barn. Make sure you have the number for the fire department, everyone knows the address of the barn, plenty of fire extinguishers are available, and any fire hazards are removed from the barn.
No matter what your Independence Day plans are, above all please remember to practice safety and be considerate of the people and the animals living around you so EVERYONE may have an enjoyable celebration.
Happy 4th! 🇺🇸
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Brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee
Dr. Koss isn’t the only one who has been caught “kidding” around! 🐐
Have a great weekend! Dr. Koss will be on call for emergencies.
📍Rota Spring Farm, Sterling MA
Great ice cream and even better views 🐄🌾
Rota Spring offers a wide selection of hard ice cream flavors all made on site. Large portions at a reasonable price. The BEST chocolate chips in the area! The ice cream does melt fast, so we recommend asking for a cup with your cone. Emily and Dr. Abby went with the mint chip and peanut butter chip, respectively. Worth the stop!
🥕🥕🥕🥕.25/5
It has been a little hazier outside than usual with the wildfire smoke from Canada 🔥
We are fortunate to live in an area where we don't often have to think about air quality.
Here are some good recommendations to keep you & your horse safe.
Emily and Dr. Abby ran the Worcester Fire Department 6K this weekend. This is an awesome event that was started after the loss of six firefighters in the Worcester Cold Storage Fire on December 3, 1999. The race now memorializes all Worcester Firefighters that have died in the line of duty with all proceeds going to charity.
Thank you to all of our first responders!
Flash back Friday to Dr. Koss and Emily enjoying some gelato in Italy 🇮🇹
As many of you know, Dr. Koss and his family vacationed in Venice and Rome at the end of April. They had a wonderful trip!
Have a great weekend! Dr. Koss will be on call for emergencies.
Happy Friday!! Ask and you shall receive…
📍Swirls & Scoops, Grafton MA
A good little stop for soft-served ice cream 🍦
You really can’t go wrong with a chocolate/vanilla twist, and the 🍫 dip or 🌈 sprinkles make it even more fun! Generous portions and a decent value. A great little afternoon pick-me-up after 12 dental examinations!
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Have a great Memorial Day Weekend! Dr. Abby will be on call for emergencies.
Dr. Abby is officially graduated from her Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy course🎉
To celebrate we are taking $20 off an initial VSMT assessment and adjustment from now until June 30.
Please contact Dr. Abby directly at (508) 277-7266 to schedule.
Fun fact: The course was in Dr. Koss’s home state. Any guesses as to which state (hint in the picture)?
We have some BIG news! 🐴
As many of you know, Dr. Abby has been working on her Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy (VSMT) certification for the last 5 months.
We are very excited to start officially offering this service starting the week of May 22nd! Please give Dr. Abby a call at (508) 277-7266 to schedule.
A HUGE thank you to Phil Collins, Enzo, and Knight (and those not pictured) for being such excellent models and patients for their first adjustment 💕
It’s that time of year again 🍦
We started off strong with one of our favorites. As always we are taking recommendations for the best ice cream in Central Mass!
Have a great weekend! Dr. Abby will be on call for emergencies.
A fox in Sturbridge, MA tested positive for rabies this week. Although we don’t hear about it often, rabies is prevalent in our area.
It is SO important to keep all your animals (including house cats!) up to date on their rabies vaccinations! Rabies is fatal, yet easily preventable.
The Sturbridge Police Department is warning residents of a fox that has tested positive for rabies on Wednesday.
When the vet tells you to smile for your Coggins Test pictures 🤪
The Coggins Test is a blood test that screens horses (and donkeys) for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). An up-to-date, negative Coggins Test is required for transport.
Happy Easter 🌷
Did you know that a horse’s digestive tract is more similar to a rabbit’s than a dog or cat’s? 🐰
Horses and rabbits are both hind-gut fermenters and have a cecum to help digest fiber.
Sedona was carefully overseeing Dr. Abby’s work during her friend Nilla’s sedated oral examination and float on Thursday 🦷
Have a great weekend! Dr. Koss will be on call for emergencies.
☘️ Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! ☘️
Who wore it best: Snickers (the pony) or Cinder (the pup)?
Have a great weekend! Dr. Abby will be on call for emergencies.
Do you know what the "E" and the "W" stand for in the "EWT" vaccine? 🦟💉
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and Western Equine Encephalitis (WEE) are viral, mosquito-borne diseases that cause inflammation of the brain.
The EEE and WEE vaccinations are considered core vaccines and should be administered annually with a booster at times of outbreak (typically late summer to early fall).
We sure do love our cattle dogs here at Baystone Equine!
Meet Ziva, the Koss family’s lovely cattle dog. Ziva makes a great co-pilot and can often be found driving around town with Emily. Her favorite stop is Dunkin Donuts 🍩.
Have a great weekend! Dr. Koss will be on call for emergencies.
Last weekend the Baystone Equine Team had some quality bonding time at the PBR Velocity Tour at the DCU Center in Worcester!
Did you know that Dr. Koss provides veterinary services for the PBR tours when they are in town?
We are happy to report that no bulls (or cowboys) required veterinary care!
☀️ Happy first day of March ☀️
With spring vaccines starting, it is a great time for a refresher on what we are vaccinating against and why 💉
To start us off, here is some information on Rabies 🦇🦝🦨
Rabies is considered a core vaccine and should be administered annually by a veterinarian.
🐴🌱Spring Savings Alert! 🌱🐴
This is a great time to get some laboratory work done for a reduced cost! Having a baseline Complete Blood Count (CBC) & Chemistry profile is an excellent idea for any horse. Knowing what their "normal" is can help us better assess when there is a problem.
Spring is just around the corner 💉
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