Resolute Equine Sports Medicine

08/12/2024

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07/08/2024

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06/24/2024

A great time to check your hurricane checklist!
If you have not gotten your horses’ spring wellness appointment you can call or message Dr Lauren Proctor-Brown! If you’re missing medications for your emergency medical kit now is the perfect time to ask 👍

03/14/2024

Check out this great webinar from the American Association of Equine Practitioners about handling emergencies with grace. It is free but you have to register in advance here:
https://aaep-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7L6QaXs_RI6UymQgAWBuvg #/registration)

In this informative session, Drs. Allie Catalino, Racquel Lindroth, and Nikki Scherrer will discuss how horse owners can prepare themselves for equine veterinary emergencies. They will also briefly discuss the most common equine emergencies that are seen.

This webinar is a valuable resource for horse owners, of all experience levels, to be better prepared to handle unexpected situations and make informed decisions under pressure.

Please note that this educational session is free but registration is required; attendees are also encouraged to submit their questions in advance through the registration form.

11/23/2023

Wishing you and your herd a Happpy Thanksgiving!

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving!! We love you all and we’re here for you! But here are ways to not have to have us disturb your lovely day with the family!! ❤️🦃🍽❤️

As we enter Thanksgiving week in the US, many of your vets will be out of town or spending much needed time with their families.
It’s times like these that horse owners need to practice 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠.

During this holiday time, as an emergency only vet, I recommend the following:

- 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 deworm your horse right now.
- 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 start a new feed right now.
- 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 get a new round bale of coastal hay right now if you’ve let the last one go to dust (give small amounts at a time or mix with a stemmy hay until they’ve had their fill, then give the round bale).
- 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 change schedules.
- 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 vaccinate your horse right now, especially if you have a known reactor.
- 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 be in a rush and fail to soak your feed for long enough (choke risk) - especially if you’re late to feed due to holiday errands/get togethers.
- If you have visitors, limit treats. Ensure gates are closed. Make sure feed doors and bins locked. 𝐁𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥!

There is already a shortage of equine vets - and the few we do have will likely be out of town or trying to enjoy the holiday.

Let’s all have a very 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠. And let’s let our vets stay home with family!

Remember: 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒓 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝑷𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒅 𝑷𝒐𝒕𝒍𝒖𝒄𝒌𝒔! 😂🥴

11/05/2023

Dr Lauren Proctor-Brown & Dude onsite at Rocking Horse Stables November Horse Trials!

Good Luck to all the Competitors! It’s a lovely day to watch some uneventful cross country!

10/18/2023

We sure are lovely the crisp fall weather! It's great reminder that the busy winter season is almost here and it's the perfect opportunity to set your horses up for success by boosting their vaccines and having a veterinarian perform an oral exam and dental floating!

In Florida, vaccines for Eastern & Western Equine Encephalitis (EEE & WEE), West Nile Virus are recommended twice annually, as well as Tetanus and Rabies vaccines. For those horses traveling, showing or interacting with new horses Influenza and Rhinopneumonitis (EHV 1 & 4) are also recommended bi-annually.

Recently an undervaccinated horse in Levy County contracted EEE, which is carried by mosquitoes, and as is often the case did not survive. Biannual vaccination safe and effective at preventing disease!

Learn more about recommended vaccine protocol: https://aaep.org/guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/core-vaccination-guidelines/rabies

Learn more about Eastern Equine Encephalitis here: https://largeanimal.vethospitals.ufl.edu/eastern-equine-encephalitis/

09/18/2023

Answer! The radiograph show a broken mandibular incisor ( #403) that was then surgically extracted and can be seen in the next image. The horse is feeling much better without this in her mouth!

Incisor pain can also be caused by Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis (EOTRH) which is a newly recognized dental disease in horses that affects incisors and canine and is very painful. You can learn more about EOTRH here:
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/hospitals/equine-hospital/dentistry-and-oral-surgery/common-dental-procedures-and-pathology
or here:
https://thehorse.com/17964/eotrh-facing-a-scary-sounding-dental-disease/

Just few more reasons why is it important to have a veterinarian perform an oral exam annually!
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Anyone know what is going on here? This horse presented acutely with difficulty being bridled, she has been eating and acting otherwise normally. Some issues present as behavior problems but we have to look deeper for an answer... Can you tell us what the diagnosis from this manidbular incisor radiographs?

09/11/2023

Anyone know what is going on here? This horse presented acutely with difficulty being bridled, she has been eating and acting otherwise normally. Some issues present as behavior problems but we have to look deeper for an answer... Can you tell us what the diagnosis from this manidbular incisor radiographs?

09/04/2023

Happy Labor Day!!

It's been a long summer, we hope you and your horses can get some well deserved rest!!

What do you do with your horses to help them recover and feel their best?! We absolutely love helping horses feel there best and rest and recovery are very important. Acupuncture and Spinal Manipulation can be a great tool to keep your horses feeling their best. Contact us to schedule with Dr Lauren Proctor-Brown today!

08/28/2023

How is your horses spine health? If they aren't as flexible as Puff here spinal manipulation can help get them back to feeling their best! Fluid movement of the spine is key for performing in any discipline. You can schedule a spinal manipulation consult today!

08/21/2023

Straight from the horses mouth! Cannoli recommends a dental exam and floating by a veterinarian annually and she loves Dr Lauren Proctor-Brown who keeps her comfortable and performing at her best year after year! You can schedule your horses for their fall dentals to be ready for the busy winter season by calling or messaging today!

(414)861-7292
[email protected]
www.resolutevet.com

08/14/2023

RABIES was recently confirmed in a horse in MARION COUNTY.

While Rabies is infrequently encountered in horses it is always fatal and represents a serious public health risk to humans. Annual rabies vaccines are recommended for all horses and should be administered by your veterinarian. We have rabies in the wild animal population in Marion county year round and keeping all your animals up to date on their rabies vaccines EVERY year can save their lives and save yours.

Learn more about Rabies vaccine protocol: https://aaep.org/guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/core-vaccination-guidelines/rabies

Rabies is included in our wellness fall vaccinations but if your horses are overdue for their vaccines please reach out and we will get them protected!

07/06/2023

Resolute Equine Sports Medicine is onsite each week to make sure our ponies is a in great hands! Dr Lauren Proctor-Brown specializing in Sports Medicine, Integrative Medicine & Dentistry with real world experience training and competing. She is also available to keep your horses feeling their best!

VIP & Reserved Tailgate Spaces and General Admission Tickets can be purchased in advance online!! General Admission and reserved tailgate spaces may be purchased at the Gate on Gameday!! Polo is on SATURDAYS at 6pm June to September!!! Visit https://www.ocalapolo.com/tailgate-reservations.html

Theme: Red, White & Blue
Food Truck: Michelle's Hot Dogs
Halftime: Foot Mallet Challenge!

Matches are family friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don't worry if you don't know anything about horses or polo, come ready for a fun time tailgating with friends and we'll teach you the rest!

07/05/2023

It’s getting hot out there! The fastest way to cool your horse is continuous application of cool tap water! When the water running off their body is cool is a really quick and easy way to tell if you’ve effectively cooled them off.

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

07/02/2023

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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06/28/2023

Always a good reminder for this time of the year: The notion that a hot, recently exercised horse needs to cool down before drinking water is a myth, so be advised that it is best to rehydrate sweaty, hardworking horses without delay.

The key, however, is to know how much water to allow at one time. Because of the equine stomach’s relatively small capacity, offer small amounts of water every 20 minutes until the horse drinks his fill rather than letting the animal drink it all at once. A slower reintroduction of water is good common sense, while it makes no sense to hold horses off it.

Remember that water is the most vital nutrient for a horse. The average idle 1,100-pound horse in a cool environment will drink 6 to 10 gallons of water per day, but that amount may easily double or triple in a hot environment! Therefore, it goes without saying that providing cool, clean water to your horses at ALL times is of paramount importance.

Source: Equus Magazine and AAEP member Dr. Anthony Blikslager. More information about offering a horse water can be found at https://equusmagazine.com/horse-care/offering-a-horse-water-after-exercise-8622/

06/27/2023

The University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

06/21/2023

Have you ever wanted to learn more about Acupuncture for your horse? Dr Lauren Proctor-Brown is available for acupuncture and spinal manipulation appointments to help keep your horses feeling and competing at their best!!

https://thehorse.com/181626/getting-to-the-point-equine-acupuncture/?fbclid=IwAR3p7BjUTGryqKfkLd4wRis_RimuZiuixNA4RWVEQVrun4EQnAVDGtlI07I_aem_th_AXItmJfpTXQ1OBQp8Skq0xGY5ld2zgHwii8cXJ_0xQ9Qkov4Xnf3jERkybofVbIJr_M&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

How much do you know about equine acupuncture? Read about the existing science behind acupuncture.

04/28/2023

Springtime means it’s time to update some vaccines and coggins! What pairs better than some Sneak-e-Snacks for a reward!

Resolute Equine Sports Medicine and Lauren Proctor-Brown always keeping our horses fit so they’ll be ready for more polo at Ocala Polo Club!!

04/07/2023

12/27/2022

12/09/2022

Here to make your furry friends’ day!! Giving gifts to all Pooches at Polo sure was a treat!! 😍🐕😍🐎😍

11/24/2022

Happy Thanksgiving from our horse family to yours!! We’re so thankful to be your partner in keeping your horses happy and healthy!!

Happy Thanksgiving!!! Eat, Drink & Be Merry because there's only one week left until Sunday Polo is Back!!!

WINTER Season Tickets and Single Match Tailgate Spaces are now available! Polo is SUNDAYS at 1pm December to March!!! Visit https://www.ocalapolo.com/tailgate-reservations.html

Matches are family friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don't worry if you don't know anything about horses or polo, come ready for a fun time tailgating with friends and we'll teach you the rest!

09/26/2022

09/22/2022

We never get tired of making horses feel better! This girl has been working hard and growing up in her career. She had spinal restrictions that Dr Lauren Proctor-Brown corrected and then followed with acupuncture & electroacupunture to help correct areas of stagnation and muscle soreness. Combining spinal manipulation and acupuncture is a great tool to help your sport horses perform at their best! Message us today to see how we can help you and your horse succeed!!

09/06/2022

Great checklist! Except the mud one… Dr Proctor-Brown’s favorite thing is no more mud season!!!

Message us to get your horses scheduled for their fall dentals!! Start your season off right!

Ready or not, fall is right around the corner! As a horse owner, the best part about this time of the year is knowing we won't have to deal with as many insect-related issues. However, now is also the time to start thinking about housing, nutrition and preventative health strategies suitable for the arrival of winter.

Your equine veterinarian is one of your greatest allies this season: be sure to give them a call soon to discuss vaccination and deworming protocols appropriate for your horse’s situation; use this opportunity to chat about recommended changes in nutrition and exercise program as well!

08/31/2022

Dr. Lauren Proctor-Brown DVM with Resolute Equine Sports Medicine is onsite at Ocala Polo to tend to the polo ponies needs! She is also available to help keep your horses at their best, specializing in Sports Medicine, Dentistry, Spinal Manipulation and Acupuncture marrying western and eastern medicine to keep your horses at peak performance! Learn more at www.resolutevet.com !!!

We'll see you at the Florida Horse Park Saturday September 3rd, Match starts at 6pm to beat the heat! You can reserve tailgate spaces in advance at https://www.ocalapolo.com/tailgate-reservations.html

Theme: YELLOW Glow Up
Food Truck: K&S 7Spice - The Best Greek Food!!
Halftime: Foot Mallet Challenge

Season Tickets and Single Match tailgate spaces can be reserved in advance by visiting www.ocalapolo.com. Community spaces are first come first served and free!

Winter Season Pass tickets are only on sale now:
https://www.ocalapolo.com/winter-23-tailgate-reservations.html

Matches are family friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome on leash. Don't worry if you don't know anything about horses or polo, come ready for a fun time tailgating with friends and we'll teach you the rest!