Broken L Veterinary Services, PLLC

07/13/2024

Did you know that fleas & ticks can give you tularemia??

What is tularemia your ask? It is a bacterial infection that may include fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, signs of sepsis, and the possibly of pneumonia or death.

Be sure to keep your pets on year-round preventatives. We have lots of options from topical Revolution to monthly Credelio to every 3 month Bravecto. Give us a call and we can help you pick the best option for your pets.

https://www.dvm360.com/view/case-of-tularemia-reported-in-colorado 

The first 2024 case of tularemia in Colorado was detected in a Wheat Ridge resident

07/03/2024

Did you know we see birds??

Barrella came in for her yearly check up and blood draw. She also got her nails clipped and be trimmed up.

07/02/2024

Our festivities are likely not your pet’s idea of festivities!! Please be prepared for your pets.

With Independence Day celebrations fast approaching, it’s important to take precautions to keep your pets safe both during and after Fourth of July festivities. Here are 7️⃣ pet safety tips to keep in mind. You can find more important information here: https://bit.ly/2Yru6lC

06/30/2024

Give us a call on Monday so we can ensure your pets have a stress free 4th.

Also, if they aren’t microchipped, we can do that for you too. $35 for lifetime registration!

Now is the time to start preparations! ❤️🤍💙

06/26/2024

Did you know there is a difference between heat stress and heat stroke in horses? 🐎

Here is a great infographic. Print it out and put it in your barn!

PHEW! It’s hot out there! With temperatures rising and summer officially upon us, let’s all review the importance of keeping our horses cool!

Horses, like us, naturally cool themselves by sweating, specifically when the sweat evaporates from their body. In fact, a hard-working horse in a hot environment can lose somewhere between 2-4 gallons of sweat per hour! This shows how valuable the sweating and evaporating mechanism is to their temperature regulation. However, in times of high heat and humidity, the sweat cannot evaporate as readily.

One of the most beneficial ways to cool your horse is by hosing them with cool or lukewarm water. The evaporation of the water mimics the sweat mechanism and helps cool them down. In fact, continuous hosing is one of the most effective means of lowering body temperature!

In times like these, it’s important to be aware of what can cause a horse to overheat, what those signs look like, and how we can help them beat the heat.

06/20/2024

Horse owners! 🐎

Check out this research that came out a few years ago on the best way to cool down your horse.

Basically, run cool water over your horse for 8 to 10 minutes. Avoid sweats scrapers! Sweat is an important part of the cooling down process. 

A recent study, conducted in Japan, compared various methods for cooling horses after exercise in hot and humid conditions. Thoroughbreds were exercised until their pulmonary artery temperature reached 108°F. The time until the pulmonary artery temperature returned to

06/19/2024

Check out the timelapse of trimming piggy 🐽 feet.
She loves her sedation!
Watch her little tongue 👅

06/17/2024

You never know what is going to come the clinic doors! Meet Butter, she was here for a checkup 💜

06/08/2024

**🐶🦷 Why Dental Cleanings Are Essential for Your Dog's Heart Health! 🦷❤️**

Did you know that keeping your dog's teeth clean isn't just about fresh breath? Dental health plays a crucial role in their overall well-being, including heart health! Here’s why:

1. **Prevents Gum Disease**: Plaque buildup can lead to gum disease, which is painful and harmful.

2. **Reduces Risk of Infection**: Bacteria from infected gums can enter the bloodstream and affect vital organs, including the heart.

3. **Promotes Longevity**: Regular dental cleanings can help extend your dog's life by preventing serious health issues.

The sweet boy in the pictures is 17 and never has a dental. Prior to coming to us his mom had never been educated on the importance of dental health. His mouth has a lot of healing ❤️‍🩹 to do before we complete stage 2 for getting him back on track.

Book your furry friend's dental cleaning today and give them the gift of a healthy heart and a happy smile! 🐾❤️

06/06/2024

Got chicken questions??
Got ewe questions?

Call 870-410-4818 for an appointment to get your feathered friends and sweet sheep scheduled!

Pic cred: Chicken Daddies

06/04/2024

Look 👀 ‼️‼️
Our new chute has arrived!! This beauty will go inside the barn so we don’t have to work livestock in the weather.
Our pens are coming together with the pull through unload and covered working pens. JS Ag Solutions designed our pens and is doing the fabrication. Give him a call at 870-557-8419 if you need help with your cattle pens.

06/01/2024

Do you have nutrition questions? Call us to get on the schedule for a nutrition consult.

05/28/2024

We have some great options for noise phobia (fireworks, storms, etc). We prefer to give the options a try before the real event. Give us a call M-F from 8a-5p at 870-410-4818 for a behavior consult to determine which option would be best for your pet!

05/22/2024

05/21/2024

Dog food recall

RECALL ALERT - Mars Petcare US is voluntarily recalling 315 bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor dry dog food in the 44 lb. bag size only, due to the potential presence of loose metal pieces in the bag.

The affected products have a Best By Date of March 4, 2025 and Lot Code 410B2TXT02. This is a limited voluntary recall only affecting 315 bags of product that were sold by Walmart in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. More info: https://bit.ly/4bsDQz8

05/10/2024

FYI for those traveling with their dog outside of the US. The rule change starts Aug 1, 2024.

Starting on August 1, all dogs entering the U.S. (including those that left the U.S. and are returning, and regardless of the country they are coming from) must be:
• healthy upon arrival
• at least 6 months of age
• microchipped
• accompanied by a CDC Dog Import Form receipt and required vaccination and veterinary documents.

Additional requirements may apply depending on where the dog has been in the last 6 months and whether or not the dog was vaccinated in the United States.

Use CDC’s Q&A tool (the CDC “DogBot”) to determine what rules apply to your dog: https://bit.ly/2rww2bq

05/03/2024

Dental health isn't just a cosmetic issue for pets—it's vital for their overall well-being! Just like us, pets can suffer from gum disease, tooth decay, and other dental issues if their oral hygiene is neglected. Poor dental health can lead to pain, infection, and even affect their heart and kidneys. Regular dental care, including brushing and professional cleanings, is essential for keeping our furry friends happy and healthy! 🐾

Call and get your pets scheduled for their dental cleaning!
870-410-4818

04/18/2024

You never know what is going to be brought into the clinic!!

04/17/2024

We love getting to work on babies!!

04/16/2024

ATTENTION!!

We are having some phone ☎️ issues so please bear with us!!

The 870-557-8404 number is not currently in working order. Please call 870-410-4818.

Also, when you call, even during business hours, please leave a message and we will get back with you as fast as we can. Calling multiple times in a row doesn’t help us to call you back any faster.

Thank you for understanding and your patience while we get the phone issues sorted out 🫶

04/08/2024

A look at animal behaviors during a solar eclipse and expert advice for keeping pets safe and calm during this rare meteorological event. The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
https://www.dvm360.com/view/understanding-animal-reactions-to-a-solar-eclipse

04/05/2024

Have horses they said…it will be fun!!

Dr. Bland fixed up Red after she had a tango with some wood on the barn. She had more small pieces of wood embedded than what is pictured!!

Thankfully, Red had received her annual vaccines a few weeks ago, so we didn’t have to update her a tetanus.





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04/03/2024

🌟 Don't let the eclipse overshadow your pet's health! 🌟

If you're traveling to the area to witness this celestial spectacle, remember to bring your pet's medical records along for the journey!! At Broken L Veterinary Services, we're here to ensure your furry friends stay happy and healthy during your visit.

Plus, for added peace of mind, call now and make prior arrangements with us for afterhours emergencies, should they arise.

We will be open on April 8th except during the eclipse.

Your pet's well-being is our top priority! 🐾

Broken L Veterinary Services is a Mobile Mixed Animal & Exotics Practice based out of Nashville, AR.

04/02/2024

Y’all! We caught a very elusive orange female cat fish while resealing the 55 gallon tank that is typically in the reception area 😂

Thankfully she is fixed so we don’t have to worry about contributing to the pet overpopulation problem.

Give us a call to get your pet scheduled for a spay or neuter/castration 🐈 🐕 🐷 🐀 🐁 🐇 🐪🐎🦬🐐🦙🐑🐂

03/27/2024

Dr. Bland was being supervised today while on a farm call!

03/26/2024

Isn’t Sam the cutest??!?

Get your puppy scheduled with us to ensure he/she is the healthiest he/she can be!

We are a clinic focused on client education so our clients can provide the best care for their puppy! Not only do we discuss the importance of the puppy vaccination series, proper nutrition and food recommendations, behavior, and so much more, we also send all the info home in written discharges!

🥇1st combo pup shot (Parvo/Distemper/Corona) should be given around 8weeks. We also do a f***l to see if your pup needs to be dewormed and which dewormer is the best choice. Lastly, your pup is sent home with a FREE month of flea, tick, and heartworm prevention!

🥈2nd combo pup shot should be done when your pup is around 12 weeks old. A recheck f***l float is done if the one at 8 weeks showed worm eggs.

🥉3rd combo pup shot (Parvo/Distemper/Lepto) should be done around 16 weeks old along with a rabies. A recheck f***l float is done if the one at 12 weeks showed worm eggs.

🎖️ 4th combo should be done around 20 weeks.

03/20/2024

Part 2

🔸🔸🔸Breeding Soundness Exam 🔸🔸🔸

Continuation from the post yesterday…

There is no way of looking at the semen in the tube to tell if the bull is fertile

1) Gross motility must be examined under the microscope (usually at 4x)…basically how are the s***m are swimming

2) Individual motility must be examined under the microscope (usually at 10x) after…basically how many of the s***m cells are traveling in a straight line

3) Individual morphology tells you if the s***m will actually fertilize the egg and get a cow pregnant. The sample must be examined under the microscope after a special dye is added to the sample. Once the slide is dry, a drop of immersion oil is added to the slide which is viewed at 100x. Then 100 s***m cells are counted and defects of the head, midpiece, and tail are noted. He has to have at least 70% normal s***m cells to pass. It doesn’t matter how good the motility is if there are abnormalities with the s***m it likely won’t fertilize an egg which results in a cow not getting pregnant. This step is most often where a bull fails the BSE.

These 3 steps are critical components in a BSE according to The Society For Theriogenology (SFT), which Dr. Bland is a member of. SFT is the gold standard when it comes to BSEs.

Pictured is part of our form that is filled out for each bull we test

Don’t forget a BSE is more than a “semen check”! Tomorrow we will discuss a few of the other important parts to a BSE.

03/19/2024

Part 1:

🔹🔹🔹Let’s talk about Breeding Soundness Exams (BSEs). 🔹🔹🔹

Which of these samples passed and which failed? Why?

Answers will be posted tomorrow.