Salt and Light House Call Veterinarian, PLLC

11/07/2025

Our Farm story.......

Ashlee is the owner and solo veterinarian of Salt and Light House Call Veterinarian. During veterinary school, she was having a difficult time focusing on the intense studies to the point of considering a career change. Not seriously considering it, but considering it as a fun distraction. It just happened to be Hallmark Christmas movie season, and she watched one of the many with a Christmas tree farm. What a cool idea to use land to grow Christmas cheer! Ashlee began researching the idea and adding items to her Pinterest board. Again, it was just a distraction that she wasn't actually serious about. Then, she casually mentioned it to her mom, Gwen, and aunt, Betty Ann. Surprisingly, they loved the idea, and actually wanted to learn more! The rest, as they say, is history.

All members of the family are involved and vital to the farm's growth - from attending and learning Christmas tree growers meetings to w**d eating to running the cash register.

Picture (from left to right):
Back row- Andrew, Taylor, Betty Ann, Jon,
Second row: Darlene, Gwen
Kneeling in front: Ashlee

We hope your family will make our farm a part of your Christmas traditions.

497 Mount Joy Road
Hampshire, TN.

11/04/2025

Please note our closures for the upcoming holidays!

10/30/2025

"VEG partners with non-profit Veterinary Care Foundation on VEG Cares to make life-saving care possible for pets in need in your community. Through donations from local families, fundraisers, and partners, VEG emergency veterinarians and veterinary nurses are empowered to make the best decision possible about each patient's care and say yes to treatment that could save their lives.
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It could be your neighbor's dog, who needs urgent surgery that his owner can't afford. Or a cat from a local rescue who's having trouble breathing and needs oxygen treatment to survive. Or a local family that has fallen on hard times and can't pay for their pet's care. Through VEG Cares, VEG can give them the medical care they need, when they need it most."
-Veterinary Emergency Group

If you are able, we encourage you to donate your time or money to this cause. These donations are used to help local people who have an urgent veterinary need, but are unable to afford the costs of diagnostics and treatment.

VEG Cares 5K Run/Walk Tennessee - VEG Er for Pets - Cheddar Up. Collect online payments for events and fundraisers with Cheddar Up.

10/28/2025

Please join us in praying for the people and animals in the path of the storm.

10/28/2025

We have created a service area map to help potential new clients quickly determine whether or not we service their area. However, this map isn't exact, so if your address is near the edge, please reach out through text, call, email or by filling out the online request form.

We service Maury and Williamson Counties and parts of the following counties in Southern Middle Tennessee - Lawrence, Marshall, Lewis, Giles, Dickson, Hickman and Rutherford Counties. If you have questions regarding your area, please contact us via email, text, or phone call to see if we service you...

10/27/2025

Please let us know if you would like to set up an appointment to discuss how to support your senior cat! We want to keep them happy and healthy for as long as possible!

As your cat gets older, feline arthritis may set in. If your cat is having trouble climbing onto a favorite resting place, a ramp or steps can help! For more information on senior cats, visit https://bit.ly/30t5gVZ.

10/26/2025

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28

10/25/2025

🚨 LAST CALL🚨Don't forget to get on the books for BSE Day!
🕗 It's essential to get your bulls checked and ready for breeding season.
November 8th, 2025 at TennSouth Veterinary Services 🐮🩺
✅ Breakfast & Lunch Provided
✅ Vaccinations
✅ Multimin & Dewormer
✅ Top-Notch Vet Care

📞 Spots are limited – Call (931) 359-7393 now to schedule!
📍 Located in Lewisburg, TN

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10/22/2025

Happy Thursday! We loved seeing all of the participation and responses on Tuesday's post! Here's the answer to the TRUE or FALSE question:

You may have heard the blanket statement that first-cutting grass hay is poor quality, and second cutting is the best.

The truth is that quality depends on several factors, and any cutting of grass hay can be high or low quality regardless of if it was a first or second cutting.

Quality depends on:

Stage of maturity: The more mature the plant, the lower its energy content and the more stemmy and indigestible it becomes.

Type of grass: Different grasses (warm vs. cool season types) vary in nutrient content.

Presence of w**ds or mold: Both reduce hay quality.

Geographic location: Determines how many cuttings are possible and the length of the growing season. Typically, two cuttings, sometimes three, for grass hay.

First Cutting:
First-cuttings happens early in spring, when frequent rain can delay harvest. This delay allows plants to mature, resulting in more fiber, fewer nutrients, and a higher chance of w**ds or mold. Early-season w**ds are more common since they haven’t yet been outcompeted by grasses.

Second Cutting:
Second cutting usually occurs 6–8 weeks later. Fields typically have fewer w**ds, and mixed fields often contain more legumes at this time of year, increasing nutrient content.

Quality Varies:
Any cutting can produce high or low-quality grass hay. Weather, timing, and management determine quality, not just which cutting it is. Perfectly timed, w**d and mold-free first-cuttings can be excellent, while poorly handled second-cutting can be low quality.

Matching Hay to Horses:
Lower-nutrient first-cuttings can be ideal for easy keepers or horses prone to obesity. Nutrient-dense second cuttings can suit performance horses with higher energy needs. Your equine veterinarian is a great resource to advise which types of hay will be best for your particular horse's needs.

Ultimately, you can't accurately make a blanket statement saying first-cutting grass hay is poor quality and second cutting is best. The only way to know quality for sure is through a hay analysis.

Thank you to the Horse Owner Education Committee for providing this information.

10/21/2025

10/15/2025

Please join us in praying for this family during their time of grieving sweet Oakley!

From a family member:
"Oakley was the best Christmas gift in 2013 and quickly grew to be a best friend to all of us. She was a bundle of fur that we could snuggle up with to comfort us and she would always let us know when it was time to sit down so she could jump up with us. 12 years was too short, but she will forever be in our hearts."