Bucks County Equine LLC

08/24/2024

Kim is spending the weekend in Kentucky earning her AAEVT certification 📚. This weekend was all about improving imaging skills, which Kim is super excited to practice when she gets home!

08/01/2024

✨August Patient of the Month✨

Meet Walla Walla Bing Bang aka Bing!

Isla has owned Bing for 2 years. She says her favorite activity to do with Bing is ride him in his stall.

Isla reports that one of Bing’s biggest quirks is that he likes to move away from her. Turns out that Isla is an aspiring veterinarian so when we asked why Bing moves away, Isla’s family reports that she enjoys pretending to tube Bing as if he was choking or colicy. Guess we can’t blame Bing for running away! 😂

We know Isla will make a great vet one day, especially with a pony like Bing to practice on!

Isla, one of Dr. David’s biggest fans, commented: “Love you Dr. David, thank you for taking care of Bing and all his problems”

We are very happy to have Isla and Bing as part of our Bucks County Equine Family! ❤️

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07/19/2024

Striker and Lucy are enjoying the cooler weather! Fingers crossed for no more heat waves this summer 🤞

07/17/2024

Helpful info as we continue to deal with the ongoing heat wave! Stay cool everyone! 😎

07/10/2024

Thank you to all the wonderful farriers who help us keep our patients happy and sound!

It's National Farriers Week! Let's celebrate the hard work that our farriers put in daily to partner with equine veterinarians and ensure the health and well-being of our horses. Proper hoof care is essential for a sound and happy horse, so it goes without saying that a skilled farrier is both a necessity and a tremendous asset.

Don't forget to give a shoutout to your farriers this week and show them your appreciation for their dedication to their craft!

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July! ❤🤍💙

As a reminder, our office will be closed today, but the on call doctor can be reached at (609) 397-0078 if an emergency should arise.

07/01/2024

✨July Patient of the Month✨

Meet Nite Pharaoh aka Pharaoh!

Maggie has owned Pharaoh for 16 years! Since he is a full Arabian, Maggie reports that he frequently stands out in crowds, but Pharaoh always enjoys the attention. Besides being a crowd pleaser, Pharaoh also enjoys having fun and trying new things with Maggie. They love to jump, trail ride, and enjoy long grooming sessions together. Pharaoh may enjoy getting groomed, but he certainly hates baths! Maggie reports that he always immediately rolls as soon as he can post bath 🐷

Pharaoh loves all snacks, but especially bananas and his salt lick. His dark black coat with white markings has earned him the affectionate nickname of “cow” around the barn 🐮

Maggie is very grateful for her partnership with Pharoah: “Pharaoh is such a special part of our family, and we feel very lucky to have had him for so long. He is just the best boy! We love him so much and are very grateful to Dr Kelli and Bucks County Equine for taking great care of him”

Be sure to check out the extra adorable baby Pharaoh pic! We are very happy to have Maggie and Pharaoh as part of our Bucks County Equine Family❤️

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06/27/2024

The Fourth of July is almost here, and many horse owners are concerned about how their horses might react to loud fireworks. 🎆

In the graphic below are some tips to keep your pets and equine companions safe during the festivities.

If your horses are staying out overnight, now is a good time to check fencing and look for any hazards like rocks, branches, or holes that could lead to injury if an animal starts running. If you have a high level of concern about your horse's response, consult your veterinarian about the appropriateness of calming agents and sedatives in advance.

No matter what your plans are, please remember to practice safety and be considerate of the people and the animals living around you so everyone may enjoy the celebration.

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

06/21/2024

Be sure to monitor your horse extra closely during this heat 🥵

Stay cool everyone!

06/20/2024

Bucks County Equine ➡️ Bucks County Chicken!

Kim and student, Karissa posed with one of Kim's chickens after taking x-rays today! The chicken will be on the mend soon!

06/18/2024

Clifford enjoying a well deserved snack break with student, Sierra! Sierra is shadowing Dr. Kelli this summer and spent the morning practicing her ultrasound skills on Clifford. 🩺🐴❤️

06/06/2024

✨June Patient of the Month✨

Meet Better than Revenge aka William!

Olivia has owned William for the last 2 years. Their favorite activity to do together is trail riding around the farm with friends! Since their partnership is still relatively new, Olivia commented on how she has enjoyed trying lots of new things with William and getting to experience all their first “firsts” together!

William is also full of tricks! Whenever Olivia carries a treat in her pocket (which is often), he has learned to smile so that he can get a treat. He also knows how to fist bump - which Olivia says he sometimes uses against her! 😆

One of William’s biggest quirks is his hatred for any hind end boots. Whenever Olivia tries to put boots on him, he acts like his back legs don’t work and walks in very funny, strange ways 😂

Olivia is very grateful for her partnership with William: “Although he likes to keep me on my toes, I wouldn’t trade him for the world! He’s my best friend and I like to say he’s just like me but in horse form. I’m so lucky we found each other and now I couldn’t imagine my life without him! But he’d probably trade me for a minty muffin.”

We are sure that William likes Olivia a little more than a minty muffin! 😉 We are very happy they are a part of our Bucks County Equine Family❤️

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05/27/2024

Happy Memorial Day! We hope you take time to enjoy a horse and family filled long weekend! ❤️🤍💙

As a reminder, our office will be closed today, but the on call doctor can be reached at (609) 397-0078 if an emergency should arise.

05/17/2024

NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are commonly prescribed and administered to our equine patients...but how exactly do these medications work?

NSAIDS are not considered pain killers, although they do help provide comfort to the horse by reducing inflammation throughout the body.

Commonly used NSAIDS include bute, banamine, and Equioxx. While all of these listed medications are considered NSAIDS, they work through different pathways. Bute and banamine are considered "non-selective" because they work by blocking two different receptors in the body (COX-1 and COX-2). The COX-1 pathway is also responsible for producing prostaglandins, which help maintain the stomach's protective lining, as well as other body tissues. This is why long term bute and banamine use is not ideal for our equine patients and can lead to gastrointestinal upset or kidney disease. On the other hand, Equioxx is more selective and only blocks the COX-2 pathway, which helps lower the risk for side effects. Regardless of the NSAID used, it is beneficial to perform regular physical exams and blood work with your vet to ensure any potential side effects from frequent NSAID use are monitored.

As always, be sure to consult with your vet before starting any NSAID therapy!

05/09/2024

Incredible news from Dr. David this past weekend! A man of many talents.

Adam-Castrillo knocked out six of seven players on his way to victory in the opener at the Borgata Spring Poker Open

05/06/2024

The best way to make your horse bomb proof?

Ride them in a frog costume! 🐸

Flower, a 4 year old thoroughbred, certainly passes this part of her training! Thanks to Carly for sharing the video!

05/01/2024

✨May Patient of the Month✨

Meet Mystery B aka Duke!

Morgan and Duke have been partners for the past year. Some of their favorite activities to do together include long grooming sessions (Duke especially likes it when cookies are involved), as well as traveling to horse shows. Morgan reports that Duke really loves his job, especially exploring new places where he can find new, fun things to jump!

The quirkiest thing about Duke is how he begs for treats - he likes to stand behind someone and start grinding his teeth on the stall bars. While Morgan says she doesn’t approve of this behavior, Duke certainly loves to see people’s reaction when he begs for attention! Morgan also shared that Duke absolutely loves sugar (I mean who doesn’t?) and thinks he probably believes that once he grabs people’s attention, it will inevitably lead to a sugary cookie treat (and he’s probably right!) 😂

Morgan commented on Duke’s lovable nature: “Duke is a total lovebug and would probably try and fit into my pocket if it were possible for an 18.2h horse to do so. He is the definition of a gentle giant and I am so grateful he found his way into our family”

We are certainly glad that Duke and Morgan found each other and are grateful to have them both as a part of our Bucks County Equine Family❤️

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04/24/2024

Jenny decided to pose for the camera during her annual exam with Dr. Kelli! 😍

04/08/2024

BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Maria who has been accepted into veterinary school! 🎉🎉🎉

Maria spent part of last summer shadowing Dr. Kelli and has recently accepted an offer from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine! 🩺

We are so proud of Maria and wish her the best of luck!

04/05/2024

Dr. Kelli enjoyed having another student with her this week! Jacki spent part of her spring break shadowing Dr. Kelli learning all about the different aspects of equine medicine!

04/01/2024

✨April Patient of the Month✨

Meet Bernicio!

Patti has owned Bernicio (Bernie to his friends) for the last 7 years.

While Patti says that any time with Bernie is quality time, she especially enjoys grooming him after her lessons. He is always very affectionate and really enjoys snacking on carrots with the leafy green tops during their post lesson grooming sessions! 🥕

Bernie also has a great work ethic and enjoys competition, as well as showing off for the camera! He likes to pose perfectly for pictures and remind everyone just how many carrots he deserves!

While Bernie enjoys carrots and pictures, Patti reports that he is terrified of poles, orange cones, and any plastic bag (unless of course that bag has cookies in it!) Those can certainly be very scary things! 😱

Patti remarks that Bernie is “just perfect” and honestly we could not agree more!

We are so happy to have Bernie as a part of our Bucks County Equine Family❤️

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03/28/2024

You asked, they listened. And just in time for the upcoming show season! American Regent is now offering a $20 rebate on all Adequan purchased from your veterinarian between March 1st 2024 - March 31st 2025!
https://grabmyrebate.com/?offercode=AER2024&clientname=American%20Regent

03/27/2024

Have you completed your horse's spring checklist? See the list below to check off those important spring tasks!

1. Physical Exam - has your vet examined your horse recently?
2. Spring vaccines and coggins - make sure to stay up to date!
3. F***l Egg Count - allows for proper deworming!
4. Dental examination - is your horse due this spring?
5. Hoof care - keep your horse's feet healthy during the wet spring weather!
6. Pasture management - is your horse prone to laminitis? Do you need to control your horse's grass intake?
7. Spring Cleaning - scrub those water buckets, clean out the cobwebs, and make sure to re stock any first aid kit supplies!

For more details, click here: https://www.horseillustrated.com/horse-health-spring-horse-care-checklist

Be sure to contact your vet to schedule an appointment to keep your horse in tip top shape for the warmer weather to come!

03/22/2024

🌸Important reminder for the spring🌸 (although it sure doesn't feel like spring today!)

If your horse is not shedding properly, this can be a sign of Cushing's disease. Contact your veterinarian with any questions or concerns!

'Tis the season to be hairy (horse owners)!

If, however, you notice that your horse is clinging to their winter coat longer than they should, it might be time to give your veterinarian a call — especially if your horse is 15+.

A long haircoat that fails to shed according to normal seasonal patterns is the most classic sign of Equine Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), also known as Cushing’s disease. This disorder of the pituitary gland results in hormonal imbalances and is one of the most common diseases of middle-aged and geriatric horses.

Early diagnosis and treatment are key to helping horses with PPID live long, happy lives. Without treatment, symptoms tend to worsen over time and many horses are euthanized as a consequence of laminitis, recurrent foot abscesses or complications related to bacterial infections.

03/13/2024

✨FREE WEBINAR ✨

What is considered an equine emergency? Are you prepared in case one occurs? Register for the webinar below to learn more about emergencies so that you can handle the unexpected with confidence!

Click here to register :
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03/08/2024

More daylight = more barn time! 🥳

Don't forget to reset your clocks this weekend!

03/06/2024

Do you have a plan for your horse’s unexpected medical expenses? Check out this important info from our friends at AAEP!

Whether a horse is purchased for personal or business reasons, horse ownership represents a significant investment of time, money, and resources. While nothing may easy the emotional burden, wise planning can at least help reduce the economic impacts should something happen to your precious companion.

There are many types of coverage available to the horse owner and the conditions can vary widely between companies. Common types of coverage available for horses are listed (but not limited to what you see) in the graphic. Some equine insurers may require an insurance examination certificate signed by a veterinarian before a policy will be issued for a horse, however that does not mean your veterinarian can attest for the insurability of the animal — your veterinarian can only respond to questions of which he or she has direct knowledge, reporting the medical facts to the best of his or her ability.

Regardless of the circumstances, never ask or expect your veterinarian to report a claim to the insurance company or to be an expert with regards to your insurance policy. This is your responsibility as the owner and if you have questions regarding your policy be sure to ask your insurance agent!

03/01/2024

✨March Patient of the Month✨

Meet Bun Bun!

Lily and Bun Bun have been a team for the last 4 years. Lily rescued Bun Bun from an auction.

Together, they enjoy showing and jumping cross country, as well as taking long trail rides in the field. Lily commented that Bun Bun likes to try to run her into trees while trail riding. Luckily she doesn’t try those tricks out on the cross country course! 🌳😅

After untacking from their rides, Bun Bun will follow Lily back to the barn like a dog. She is also very photogenic and enjoys smiling and sticking out her tongue when she gets her picture taken 📷😛

Lily says she is so proud of how far Bun Bun has come since her auction days. We have to say that we are pretty proud of both Lily and Bun Bun too!

We are so happy that they are a part of our Bucks County Equine Family❤️

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02/23/2024

Dr. Kelli headed to Raleigh, NC for a continuing education conference this week. She is excited to learn more about the business side of veterinary medicine!

02/14/2024

Happy Valentine's Day! 🥰