Orlando Equine Veterinary Care, Inc.

11/22/2025

World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is implementing additional precautionary measures following confirmed cases of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) connected to recent events in Texas.

11/21/2025

This site will have latest updates.

Equine herpesvirus (EHV) is a family of equine viruses named by numbers including EHV-1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 with EHV-1,3,4 posing the most risk for domestic horses. EHV is a common DNA virus that occurs in horse populations worldwide. The two most common species are EHV-1 and EHV-4.

11/21/2025

BIO SECURITY UPDATE AS OF 11/20/2025 5PM -

An added bio-security stipulation for this weekend's show (11/22-23/2025 Outreach Festival), not because of any new information, but as a precaution: All owners and trainers will have to confirm that ALL horses attending this show have not had any new horses introduced to their barns in the last two weeks. Those horses attending also have not traveled outside of Florida during the previous two weeks. This will be added to the Health Declaration Form (which includes confirming vaccination and normal body temperature) during check-in at the office window for the show.

Again, this is only added as an extra precaution. No new information has been released by EDCC or USEF as of 11/20/2025 5pm.

We will be social distancing the horses in the stable charts. Also, all stalls have been disinfected with Synbiont before your arrival. -

Here is the 12 pm 11/20/2025 US Equestrian Post with good information to read -

"We have had questions from members this week about an EHV outbreak in the Southwest. At this time, the outbreak appears to be limited to a subset of horses in western disciplines, but this is a good time to review best biosecurity practices for your barn or competition."

A few of our recommendations for horses at competition include:
-Limit horse to horse contact
-Avoid communal water sources
-Limit human to horse contact across horses from different home bases (clean hands and equipment between horses when this is not possible)
-Avoid sharing equipment unless it's cleaned and disinfected
-Monitor horses for clinical signs of illness

For more information, please head to 🔗https://www.usef.org/media/webinars?id=Xfzyx0nqQ7w

11/20/2025

What is Equine Herpesvirus (EHV)?

You've probably heard it called Rhinopneumonitis, a respiratory tract disease that results in "snotty noses," but EHV is more than that. Depending on the strain, this virus can also cause abortion in broodmares, and equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM) — the often-deadly neurologic form of the disease.

Because EHV is endemic in many equine populations, most mature horses have developed some immunity through repeated natural infection. However, they remain a source of infection for other susceptible horses, like weaned foals and yearlings, who usually display symptoms of the respiratory form of the disease in autumn and winter. Performance and show horses are also more vulnerable to the disease, as they commingle with unfamiliar equines in close quarters while under stress from travel and competition.

Proper biosecurity protocols can help reduce EHV outbreaks and other disease transmission. A variety of vaccines are also available for protection against both the respiratory and abortive form of the disease, but there is no equine licensed vaccine at this time that has a label claim for protection against the neurologic form (EHM).

Consult your primary equine veterinarian to learn more about this disease and work with them to determine the optimal vaccine protocol for your horses.

You can learn more about all three forms on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website here: https://equinediseasecc.org/infectious-diseases

10/31/2025

Freedom Ride Featured on the News! Tune in Tomorrow!

We’re honored to share that News 6 WKMG / ClickOrlando will air a story tomorrow featuring Freedom Ride and the impact of the recent MTM/Sunshine Health policy change that has paused reimbursements for expressive therapy providers across Florida.

This sudden change has left hundreds of families—and programs like ours—without coverage for vital equine-assisted therapy sessions.

💙But the heart of Freedom Ride is STRONGER than ever. 🐴
Our mission continues, and your support can make all the difference.

👉 Sponsor a rider.
👉 Contribute toward horse care or therapy costs.
👉 Help us keep lessons going for children and individuals with disabilities who rely on these services for healing and connection.

Every gift keeps the reins in their hands and hope in their hearts.

Tune in tomorrow on News 6 WKMG / ClickOrlando to see Freedom Ride’s story and learn how you can help.
Donate at: www.freedomride.com and let us know were you would like the funds allocated for.

10/27/2025

A little fun today: Tech Bri rocking “Crazy Hair Monday”!!!!!!! Stay tuned for this weeks shenanigans 👻👻👻👻👻👻👻👻👻👻

10/24/2025

DO YOU LOVE YOUR EQUINE VETERINARIAN?! Here's your chance to share your appreciation for them! 📢

The AAEP is launching a special video project inviting horse owners to celebrate the dedication and partnership of their equine veterinarians. The initiative seeks to shine a spotlight on the veterinary professionals who provide exceptional care to the horse and compassionate support for owners.

This special tribute project created from submitted videos will be shown at the upcoming AAEP Annual Convention in Denver, Colo., Dec. 6 – 10 and will also be shared across our digital platforms.

Every horse owner who submits a video will receive a digital $10 Starbucks gift card.

Submission Details:

The AAEP is asking horse owners to submit short videos, 30 seconds or less, detailing why their equine veterinarian is an invaluable partner in their horse’s care. Submissions should focus on the aspects of care that demonstrate partnership, dedication and service beyond the expected.

How to Submit (Please note videos must adhere to the following instructions to be considered):

- Create a video no more than 30 seconds long explaining why your equine vet is an invaluable partner.
- Record your video in landscape mode (horizontal orientation).
- Send the video file via Facebook or Instagram direct message (DM). Facebook: American Association of Equine Practitioners & Instagram:
- Include along with your video submission your full name as well as your veterinarian's.

The submission window is open starting today, Oct. 22, with submissions accepted through Friday, Nov. 14. If you need assistance with submitting your video, email Grace Barrier at [email protected].

We're excited to hear about all of your incredible horse doctors!

10/21/2025

Orlando Equine Veterinary Care staff training on a new high definition gastroscope 🤩🤩🐴🐴🤩🤩🐴🐴.

10/17/2025

Happy National Vet Tech Appreciation Week!! We have the best team! Thank you to Nathalie, Amelia, Alaila, Heather, Olivia, Dani, Briana, Tanya, and all our past techs!!!

10/08/2025

1 hour grazing = 1 lb hay
Horses need 1-2% body weight in hay per day.
Do the math to figure out hay in pounds!!!

Switching from pasture to hay too quickly can lead to disruptions in the microbiome, which can result in GAS COLIC.

Slowly making the transition from pasture to hay allows the microbiome to adapt without disrupting the delicate balance.

View and download our infographic on how to reduce your horse’s seasonal stress by slowly switching from pasture grass to hay. ▶️ https://loom.ly/2o_9-vQ

09/28/2025

Today is —a time to remember the dangers of rabies and how important it is to protect our horses. Rabies is 100% fatal and poses a significant risk to both horses and caretakers but it’s preventable with annual vaccination.

09/27/2025

A big thank you to OEVC team members, Dr. Kayte Borton, vet techs Amelia and Nathalie. A long exhausting day, but well worth the save 🙏🙏!!