TNT Equine

01/01/2024

Oso and Missy are here to wish you all a very Happy New Year! We appreciate all the trust you place in us to care for your equines and look forward to a happy, healthy 2024 filled with new adventures, familiar faces and the opportunity to continually doing what we love.

12/28/2023

We are off to find some adventures to round out 2023 and our office will be closed on Friday, December 29th & Monday, January 1st. We will resume regular hours starting on Tuesday, January 2nd. As always, we are available for any unforseen emergencies to our established clients. Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!

12/25/2023

Wishing you a day filled with love and cherished memories.

12/18/2023

Due to the impact this storm has had on travel today and many barns without power, we have rescheduled all of today’s appointments. We are, of course, available for any emergencies that might arise. The office is open with limited staff and we are fortunate to have phone service for now.

12/13/2023

In 2004, Congress designated December 13th as National Day of the Horse, and has been celebrated each year since. The day was established to encourage U.S. citizens to be mindful of the contribution of horses to the economy, history, and character of the United States. At TNT Equine, we are fortunate to work with some pretty amazing horses. Drop us a picture of who you are celebrating today.

12/12/2023

From creating foals to snuggling them, there is no matching the energy of our fearless leader. Please join us in wishing Dr. Erickson a very Happy Birthday today!

11/24/2023

This Friday our gratitude comes with a side of special news. As some of you know, Dr. Erickson underwent surgery this week. While she is recovering, we are truly grateful to have the support of our own veterinary rock star, Dr. Pastir. We are also excited to introduce to you Dr. Carlin Jones who will be seeing many of our dental and reproduction cases, wellness and emergency appointments while Dr. Erickson is recovering. Read on to learn a bit more about Dr. Jones and please give her a warm TNT welcome.

Dr. Carlin Jones grew up as a horse crazy kid in a military family. Her parents supported her obsession through Pony Club, and she graduated as an HA. Her family settled in Sullivan Maine and after high school she attended college in Ohio and then attended veterinary school at The University Of Pennsylvania, graduating in 2002. She has spent her veterinary career focusing on equine reproduction, wellness, and equine geriatrics at 3 different practices and now calls New York home. When not working she shares her life with her daughters, 2 basset mixes, one cat, a small herd of dairy goats, and the best pony in the whole wide world. When asked about joining TNT she says "I am so excited to be able to spend time at a practice I have long admired, with people who share my passion and philosophies. I look forward to meeting clients and horses and doing my part to help. Dr. Erickson heal. Plus they gave me chocolate."

11/23/2023

Today we are truly thankful for our patients. Every single one that comes across our path allows us to practice our passion, some more frequently than others 😉. Drop us a photo of your favorite patient of ours below. Happy Thanksgiving from our families to yours.

11/22/2023

Midway through our week of gratitude and it’s time to recognize our phenomenal veterinary colleagues. We are truly fortunate to collaborate with some of the smartest veterinary minds in the industry. From our emergency partners Bay Equine making sure our clients are in good hands to the talented surgeons, internal medicine and other specialists who team up with us to exhaust every option for our patients, we are thankful.

11/21/2023

We are continuing this week of gratitude with a big thank you to our amazing clients. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to work with so many clients, trainers and managers that provide exceptional care to their equines. In good times and trying times our clients make a sometimes tough job, rewarding.

11/20/2023

Our week of gratitude kicks off with a tremendous thank you to our phenomenal staff. Their dedication to the patients entrusted to us, their often behind the scenes efforts to keep things running and their ability to remain positive even on the hard days makes us truly fortunate. To allow our staff time to recharge, we will be closing our office at 3pm on Wednesday and resume normal hours on Monday November 27th. As always, if your horse is experiencing a true medical emergency, please call our office to be directed to the on-call vet. Please be mindful of our limited hours this week and plan accordingly to pick up any medications or paperwork you may need for the holiday weekend.

10/20/2023

Andi Puls started with TNT Equine as part of our barn care team in 2011 and quickly made herself an invaluable asset to the practice. She has been one of our most versatile staff members working on the road with the doctors, in the lab or in the office answering phones. She took a brief hiatus from TNT Equine to sharpen her lameness skills and worked directly with owners, fitting saddles. Thankfully she missed the chaos of equine medicine and returned a few years back. Andi has ninja like reflexes and can quickly maneuver to keep Dr. Pastir safe during exams or utilize her petite hands to assist Dr. Erickson with our pint sized dental patients. You will always know she’s in the room or the vehicle because her infectious laugh is unmistakable. Additionally Andi is a great foal wrangler, puppy snuggler, organizer and when she is not here loving on our patients, she’s out enjoying her own unicorn, Virgal and newest addition Lucy. Please join us in thanking Andi for all she does.

10/19/2023

As we continue to celebrate Veterinary Technician Appreciation week, today we honor Sydney Bridges, LVT! Sydney joined us after graduating from the veterinary technology program at UMASS. She went on to complete the National Veterinary Technician Exam and we are so fortunate she is part of team TNT. You’ll primarily find her as Dr. Erickson’s right hand, left arm, horse whisperer, foal wrangler, mind reader, item locator, embryo ambassador or computer whiz and whether it’s at 5am or late into the evening, Sydney’s positive attitude is contagious. You can’t help but smile when she walks into a room and not just because she is usually carrying some baked goodies that she whipped up before her shift. When she’s not brushing teeth or loving on our patients, she’s spending time with her handsome boy, Irie, her 2 year old, Bing and a trio of adorable frenchies. Please join us in celebrating Sydney during Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week!

10/18/2023

This week we are celebrating Veterinary Technician week by spotlighting our phenomenal veterinary technicians and assistants. Today’s spotlight is on the vastly knowledgeable Vanessa Coleman! Vanessa is originally a Jersey girl and has been an integral member of the TNT team since our early days. She’s been making her mark improving the lives of veterinarians and their patients in Maine and New Hampshire for a few years (or decades 😉). In her early days, Vanessa use to ride her horse all around Exeter, NH and now uses her inside knowledge of those back roads as our very own GPS. We rely on Vanessa’s calm demeanor, steady hand, abundance of knowledge and ability to read every situation to provide the best care to our patients. When Vanessa first started in veterinary medicine she had to MANUALLY run and read all chemistry differentials because in-house labs were not available. In her free time Vanessa enjoys a good book, tending to her garden, her small herd of horses, cats, the sweet Australian Shepard, Arya and her short-legged boss, Bren. Please join us in celebrating Vanessa!

10/17/2023

It’s Nation Veterinary Technician Week!We think our technicians are pretty GRAND. Drop us a note if you agree.

10/15/2023

From 3 hours old to 3 year old World Champion we’ve been excited for Sweet Charlotte and her owners all along the way. There is a lot of planning, some challenges, excitement, anticipation, commitment and so many emotions that go into the entire breeding process. TNT Equine is proud to be part of that journey. Congratulations! 🎉

09/20/2023

Sharing this from the super smart folks at the American Association of Equine Practitioners: Summer and fall are prime time for arbovirus infection as these diseases (which include Eastern Equine Encephalitis [EEE], West Nile Virus [WNV], Western Equine Encephalitis [WEE] and Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis [VEE]) are transmitted by many different species of mosquitoes and biting insects.

With more states reporting cases of West Nile Virus (70 cases were reported in August alone), here is your reminder that keeping all horses up to date on vaccinations with the guidance of your veterinarian is the best protection you can offer your equine friends.

Read more and download the arbovirus factsheet on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website at https://tinyurl.com/ukaa3zwv

09/20/2023

Please check to be sure your equine partners are up to date on vaccines. If you have questions about your specific risk factors be sure to speak with your primary veterinarian.

Summer and fall are prime time for arbovirus infection as these diseases (which include Eastern Equine Encephalitis [EEE], West Nile Virus [WNV], Western Equine Encephalitis [WEE] and Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis [VEE]) are transmitted by many different species of mosquitoes and biting insects.

With more states reporting cases of West Nile Virus (70 cases were reported in August alone), here is your reminder that keeping all horses up to date on vaccinations with the guidance of your veterinarian is the best protection you can offer your equine friends.

Read more and download the arbovirus factsheet on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website at https://tinyurl.com/ukaa3zwv

09/11/2023

"Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11."
—President Obama

08/29/2023

Jokes aside, we're not saying that ALL Internet advice is bad. You can and should use the online resources available to your advantage, like to find good tips for basic training issues or to learn more about specific diseases.

But this is your reminder that relying on Drs. Google and Facebook when you're seeking answers about your horse's health is generally a bad idea and there are MANY reasons to start with your own veterinarian first. An Internet consultation cannot replace the physical exam performed by a trained and experienced veterinarian, and treatment without a proper diagnosis can often result in a waste of money and time.

Your horse doctor invested a lot of time and resources in their training to be able to provide the highest standard of care to your equine friends—trust them to care as much as you do!

08/23/2023

We can’t let today pass by without celebrating one of our fabulous staff members. Please give a Happy Birthday shout out to Andi Puls! You won’t see her on the road today so we will provide some of our favorite photos of her. When it comes to packing a ton of personality, fun & feisty into one pint sized package, Andi is your girl!

08/22/2023

TNT Equine is looking for a temporary relief technician with the possibility of a permanent part time position. The ideal candidate will have a fair amount of horse handling experience to assist our doctors in the clinic and on farm calls. Duties vary and may consist of daily treatments for in-house patients, stocking ambulatory vehicle, safely restraining patients on farm visits, assisting in dental surgeries, radiography, aseptic prep for joint injections, running labs, driving between calls, setting up and breaking down equipment and overall being extremely organized, friendly and upbeat. The day begins at 7:45 and typically ends at 5, however emergencies do arise and flexibility in the ending time is imperative. Candidates must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds, be able to stand for extended periods, be able to work in various weather conditions and have a positive attitude. Pay to commensurate with experience. LVT or CVT preferred. Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, resume and availability to [email protected]. No phone calls please.

08/18/2023

As a community, we are going to keep talking about this and looking for ways to improve the quality of life for our veterinary team. As horse owners, your role is to be kind and be prepared for an emergency. If your horse doesn’t load on the trailer, before you buy another blanket, saddle pad or take another lesson, teach your horse to load. It could literally save their life in an emergency.

08/18/2023

As a community, we are going to keep talking about this and looking for ways to improve the quality of life for our veterinary team. As horse owners, your role is to be kind and be prepared for an emergency. If your horse doesn’t load on the trailer, before you buy another blanket, saddle pad or take another lesson, teach your horse to load. It could literally save their life in an emergency.

It’s difficult for us horse doctors to admit we aren’t superhuman. We’re hardwired to be there for you and your horse whenever you need us. But we’re finally in the midst of an overdue reality check as a profession and admitting that our desire to be available 24/7 isn’t compatible with our own personal health and happiness.

The most significant pain point for many of us is caring for our clients during regular business hours and then being on call for emergencies after hours. If we are a single-doctor or small practice, this traditionally has been the case most nights of the week.

The good news is that the AAEP along with private veterinary practices and veterinary schools are focused on developing new models for emergency care which ease the strain on individual practitioners. This includes the growth of emergency cooperatives where two or more practices in a geographic area work together to share after-hours care, as well as more emergency-only practices and the use of tele-triage services to address client concerns after normal business hours.

As equine veterinarians reevaluate what after-hours care looks like for their practices, we know that the support of our clients is critical to creating a balance that works for both of us. If your horse doctor talks with you about changes in how after-hours care is delivered, we hope you’ll welcome the adjustments, knowing that this evolution of emergency care must take place in order for equine veterinarians to avoid burnout and continue to be available to treat all of our patients. We appreciate our partnership with you, and your horse does too!

07/15/2023

It’s a super Saturday when it starts out like this. Considering flushing embryos on your mare next year? Here’s a quick rundown of the final leg:

Recovering the embryo from a mare is a non-surgical, painless process that is carried out between 6 to 8 days after ovulation. Embryo recovery involves flushing the mare's uterus with a special medium that is then drained through an embryo filter. The embryo is isolated using a microscope. It is then "washed" and immediately transferred into the recipient mare using a catheter inserted through the cervix. Embryo recovery rates are equivalent to conception rates and are, therefore, dependent upon the age and inherent fertility of the mare and stallion. The recipient mare should be scanned approximately 7 to 9 days later to confirm pregnancy. Special thanks to Laura for letting us share her special mares first baby picture!

07/11/2023

Please help us wish our amazing Dr. Pastir a very Happy Birthday today. If you see her on the road today ask her about her recent adventures, her Scotland visit and her catching a falling star ⭐️. We hope this next year is filled with more fun adventures, happy horses and well trained birds.

07/04/2023

Happy Independence Day to all our fabulous clients and followers. Our office is closed today but as part of our on-call collaboration, emergency services are available to current, active clients should your horse need care. We will be back in the office tomorrow morning at 8am. Happy 4th!

06/30/2023

If your horse could benefit from something to take the edge off, plan ahead. Today or Monday is your chance to plan ahead! Read below for other great tips to keep your equine partner safe and enjoy the extra time with your 4 legged friends.

With the Fourth of July festivities just around the corner, now is a good time to make preparations to keep your horses, farm animals and pets safe during any fireworks that will be happening in your area.

The graphic below lists some tips to get you started. If your horses are staying out overnight, be sure to check your fencing ahead of time and neutralize any hazards like rocks, branches or holes that could lead to injury if the animals start bolting. If you are concerned your animals may get loose, make sure your contact information is on a tag on the halter (provided i’is a breakaway one) or braided in their mane.
Some horses require sedation to help them get through. If you are really worried about your horse's safety, consult your veterinarian about calming agents.

This is also a good time to update and review your fire response program at your barn. Make sure you have the number for the fire department, everyone knows the address of the barn, plenty of fire extinguishers are available, and any fire hazards are removed from the barn.

No matter what your Independence Day plans are, above all please remember to practice safety and be considerate of the people and the animals living around you so EVERYONE may have an enjoyable celebration.

Happy 4th! 🇺🇸
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