Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic

09/21/2024

Some happenings around the clinic this week.
One of our own horses wrapped in bubble wrap after an injury. You know you've all wanted to do this.
X-rays to help a farrier manage a bad laminitis case, along with some multi-modal pain management for the horse.
Pugsley studying up on a complicated case.
And the last two show an ultrasound and the tiny wound made by a stick!

09/21/2024

Dr. Speziok and technician Nadine are at the University of Florida Small Ruminant Short Course this weekend!

At Springhill Equine, we love our sheep and goat patients so this weekend is all about meeting owners and producers from around the state and about learning the most up to date research on genetics, parasite management, and grazing strategies!

This is the 4th year of the ram test and sale and the first year of the buck test. This is an amazing program and Dr. Speziok has gone each year since the beginning.

If you are a sheep or goat owner, be sure to look out for information on the 2025 Short Course!

09/17/2024

This week Whinny is talking about adding new cats to the household (or Clinic 🤭) and how to keep the stress to a minimum for everyone involved! Tap or click to read the blog!

Whinny's Wisdoms - Putting multiple cats into a single home can be a stressful event for you and your cats! Here are some tips to help out.

09/14/2024

09/14/2024

There’s gnome place like the swamp for a home game! Go Gators 💙🐊🧡

09/12/2024

Answer Thursday!

That little bug belonged to the adorable little kitten pictured. Coccidia are a type of protozoal parasite that live within cells of their mammal hosts.

Coccidia can infect all mammals and some birds, fish, and reptiles. Most coccidia are “species-specific” meaning they can only be passed from cat to cat, or dog to dog, for example.

Animals infected with coccidia are often asymptomatic, but sometimes the parasite can cause diarrhea, lethargy, or even nervous system issues. It’s good practice to check a f***l of all kittens and puppies because young animals are much more susceptible to these teeny parasites!

09/11/2024

What’s Up Wednesday! We found this verrry tiny little fried egg in a f***l exam the other day.
What do you think it is? And who does it infect? 🍳

09/10/2024

It’s a throwback this week, but the timing couldn’t be better! Whinny is pretty sure every gnat in the state of Florida has landed on her whiskers this week, so we’re reminding you about all the things that make our animals itch!

Whinny's Wisdoms - Animals of every kind get allergies to all sorts of things. As pet owners, it can be a tough job to keep them going!

09/09/2024

It’s Monday!
It’s a new day and a new week! Pugsley is ready to tackle anything that comes his way (literally! Did you see his football shot over the weekend?)

What are you and your pets up to this week?

09/07/2024

Pugsley knows cats are way better than bulldogs at football! He says
Gooooo Gators!! 🧡🐊💙

09/05/2024

Answer Thursday! You guys can be on our Vet Trivia team anytime! This is an atheroma. They are cystic structures of the false nostril. Stick your finger up there sometime and you will find this section of the nostril doesn't go anywhere. That's why we call it the false nostril. Atheromas are typically filled with a syrupy liquid. They are fairly easily removed, but the entire lining has to be taken out or the liquid comes back.

09/04/2024

What's Up Wednesday time! This week we have the sort of question we'd have if we did vet trivia night at the local brewery 😅 What is the name of the soft swelling you see on this horse's nose? If you felt it you would find it's fluid filled and doesn't move around. Check back tomorrow for the answer!

09/02/2024

Wednesday is using the long weekend to roboot. What are you and your critters up to with some extra relaxation time?

08/30/2024

Join us as Dr. Lacher discusses safety in horse feed production in regards to the developing tragedy in Oklahoma.

08/29/2024

Join us as Dr. Lacher goes over the latest deworming protocols for horses. Questions? Put them in the comments!

08/29/2024

Lots of you got it 😉
In the photo from our What’s Up Wednesday post we are looking at the inside of the eyeball! Ultrasound can be used to examine the back of the eye in a little more detail—we can look for retinal detachment, lens issues, and reasons for eyes not healing.

We always say eyes are the windows to the soul, ultrasound helps us make that window pane a little clearer! 👀

08/28/2024

What’s Up Wednesday?

What is Dr. Carter looking for here? Leave your guesses in the comments and come back tomorrow for the answer

08/27/2024

It's been a hot, humid summer in the south! This week Whinny is talking about anhidrosis, or non-sweaters. Don't miss her tips for managing hot horses!

Whinny's Wisdoms - Anhidrosis, or non-sweating, is a serious problem for horses in hot, humid environments. Whinny shares tips on how to help.

08/26/2024

Watch our very demure, and very mindful deworming seminar this Thursday Live on YouTube and Facebook at 630pm.

08/24/2024

“Kittens are angels with whiskers”
~ Alexis Flora Hope

08/23/2024

Happy Friday! This cute calf is getting love from her mama after being dehorned.

She’s ready to run into the weekend with a clean head and heart! ❤️

08/22/2024

Answer Thursday! You guys did awesome! Never pull the nail. We need to see where it goes by x-raying the foot before we pull it. This radiograph is an excellent example showing how deep they can go. This nail affected many vital structures, and once it was removed we couldn't see any of the path. With the x-ray we were able to rapidly arrange proper, aggressive treatment which allowed this horse to go back to her happy, healthy life.
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08/21/2024

Today is What Should You Do Wednesday? You arrive at the barn to a very lame horse. You pick up the foot and see this. What should you do? Check back tomorrow for the answer!

08/20/2024

Are you providing the proper vaccines for your dogs and cats? Whinny breaks down vaccine protocols for companion animals in her blog this week. Click the image to check it out!

Whinny's Wisdoms - Whinny explains the necessary vaccines recommended for dogs and cats based on their individual needs.

08/16/2024

Excited to send yet another team to Europe this year! Wishing Famtjin, Marianna Yeager, and Kami Landy the very best of luck competing for the United States at the World Driving Championships in France.