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01/29/2016

| Illinois Department of Agriculture

EHV-1 update: Yes, there is currently 1 barn in northern Illinois that is under quarantine. EHV1 can cause neurologic disease and death in horses. Unfortunately, Herpes viruses live in many asymptomatic horses and cause sporadic outbreaks. The vaccine does not appear to provide great protection against this disease but may provide immunity to some and decrease severity of signs in others. Although it is important to exercise appropriate safeguards to minimize exposure to this disease, common sense must prevail. The barn with the active cases of EHV1 is under voluntarily quarantine, and according to barn management, has not attended horseshows or had a new horse move in since September. All horse shows and hauling of horses carry risk. Under these circumstances, the increased risk of horse movement in the area is minimal.



Please contact Prairie Equine if you have questions regarding EHV1, vaccine boosters, or security guidelines for your barn at 847 949 5800.



Please visit the Illinois State Veterinarians office web site for current ACCURATE updates regarding quarantined barns. http://www.agr.state.il.us/



More information on the Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) can be found at the following Websites:



American Association of Equine Practitioners:

http://www.aaep.orghealth_articles.php?category=Equine+Herpesvirus+%28EHV%29



University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine.

http://extension.vetmed.ufl.edu/files/2012/02/EHV

June-2011.pdf



Bio-security information, to help reduce the risk of spread contagious and infectious diseases can be found at the following:



American Association of Equine Practitioners,

http://www.aaep.org/pdfs/control_guidelines Biosecurity_instructions%201.pdf

FARMERS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND CONSERVATION CROPPING SEMINARS Three Seminars Scheduled for January 2016 SPRINGFIELD, IL. - The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is sponsoring a series of one-day seminars to provide farmers with the latest information about soil and water conservation practices…

10/07/2015

It's that time of year. Time to get your fall vaccinations scheduled. Prairie Equine uses high quality vaccinations from Boehringer whenever possible. We can also do your routine dental floats, and sheath cleaning. Please contact us today to set your appointment 847-949-5800.
We look forward to hearing from you!

08/16/2015

We are happy to announce a very successful colic surgery. 60 hours postoperative, Annie is outside enjoying a bit of grass. We can say she is a model patient. Vitals are perfect, no fever and she eagerly awaiting for her next meal. Thanks Dr. Meister and Megan Ciolek for a job more than well done!

06/21/2015

Congratulations to Dr.Meister and Going Tribal on finishing 6th in the Open Preliminary Division at the FRVPC H.T.

06/10/2015

Dr. Meister will be at Lamplight for Spring Spectacular. If you are in need of any services, we are happy to help! Please contact Prairie Equine at 847-949-5800

12/19/2014

75 Abandoned Horses Get a Second Chance (Hampshire Herd)

Check on the link below to see video and pictures from HARPS documenting the rehoming of 75 abandoned quarter horses in Hampshire, IL. Dr. Meister makes an appearance in the video along with two horses (Sally and Grace) which are now living in the barn attached to the Prairie Equine Clinic. http://youtu.be/JZVLbBO03IM

A New Beginning for the Hampshire Herd. Please help us give future horses a second chance, we can't do this without you! HAPPY HOLIDAYS from HARPS! Donate To...

11/16/2014

Dr. Meister and Going Tribal

11/13/2014

Dr.Meister and Going Tribal 2014 Mid-South Team Challenge Preliminary

07/10/2014

Prairie Equine would like to congratulate Dr. James Meister and his horse Going Tribal place 4th at the Prelim level at FRVPC Horse Trials June 20th-22nd. This was their first Prelim back after Dr. Meister’s car accident. In May they won the Training Division at IEA horse Trials May29th-June 1st on their dressage score of 35.5.
Also, Prairie Equine is sponsoring the Hunter Oaks Horse Trials July 19th-20th in Bloomington, IL. Dr. Meister and going Tribal will also be competing Prelim at this event. Don’t miss out on this exciting event.

05/21/2014

Horse Nasal Strip – Dr. Jim Meister

Jim's interview regarding California Chrome and the use of nasal strips. Very interesting.

Dr. Jim Meister from Prairie Equine Clinic talks to Pete McMurray about the horse nasal strip that California Chrome wore during the Belmont Stakes. California Chrome powers around the fourth turn in the 139th Preakness Stakes at Pilmico Race

05/19/2014

Hear Dr. Meister tonight live on WGN radio @7:45 PM.

He will be interviewed by hosts Pete McMurray and Scott Miller on the use of nasal bands and California Chrome's bid for the triple crown in the Belmont on Saturday.

04/01/2014

Dr. Jim Meister and the staff of Prairie Equine Clinic would like to congratulate our clients: the outstanding riders, horses and their trainers that participated in the 2014 Wellington & Ocala horse shows! Welcome back.

04/01/2014

Ping is happily settled in a stall in Nashville Tennessee for the night. We are looking forward to a shorter drive tomorrow and being home with my family, friends and clients in Chicago.

03/11/2014

Why a Veterinarian Should Vaccinate Your Horse

Thank you to all our clients who use our services! Spring vaccines are scheduled to begin near the end of April. Call the office now to set up your appointment! (847)949-5800

Why can't we give our horses their vaccines ourselves? My barn friend said my shots would not count.

02/18/2014

USEF "12-Hour Rule" Begins Dec. 1 | The Chronicle of the Horse

FYI for all our clients as show season is right around the corner

A new category of rules referred to as Prohibited Practices has been introduced to the U.S. Equestrian Federation Rule Book, which will take effect Dec. 1. The first rule to be adopted in this category is commonly referred to as the “12-Hour Rule.”

02/17/2014

British Olympic Eventer Retired due to Cardiac Condition

Often performance issues can be due to lameness, however subtle, but every now and then, there is a non-lameness cause...

Miners Frolic, a 16-year-old, 17-hand Thoroughbred gelding, was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation.

02/17/2014

Happy President's Day to all our clients! Hopefully you aren't working out in the snow too much today!

02/14/2014

Happy Valentine's Day to all our clients and four legged friends!

02/13/2014

What's your diagnosis?

02/13/2014

Don't forget to get your Coggins test in order before the show season begins!! Prairie Equine offers digital Coggins so you can access it anywhere you have a computer! Call the office to set up your appointment today! (847)949-5800

02/11/2014

Timeline Photos

02/11/2014

You Can Support Innovation in Equine Parasite Control

Let's do something about parasite resistance to dewormers!

Researchers at the University of Kentucky are looking for new ways to fight parasites, and they need horse owners' help.