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Black Diamond Equine Veterinary Clinic

Whether you’re chasing cows, jumping over fences, or riding down the trail, Black Diamond Equine will help you bring out the best in your horse.
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From general care, vaccines and dentistry, to lameness and performance, Black Diamond Equine Veterinary Clinic's (BDE) goal is to provide the best medical options and treatment to bring out and maintain the performance of your horse. No matter if your horse walks down the trail, runs after cows, barrels, or jumps for a living, we at BDE want to be a part of your team. Our doctors bring extensive e

xperience in both large and small equine hospitals, and with a variety of performance goals and partnering with trainers of all disciplines. We provide treatment options with honesty, integrity, and the well-being of your horse always first and foremost. BDE offers the best in care with our haul-in facility. Ambulatory services are also available.

08/28/2024

Help us wish Dr. Maura a very Happy Birthday!

We are so happy you are part of the Black Diamond Equine Team!

08/26/2024

From our dogs to yours, Happy National Dog Day!

08/23/2024

We love our patients!

Have a great weekend from the Black Diamond team!

08/20/2024

We've seen an increase in laminitis cases in the last few weeks!

This is a reminder that laminitis is a severely painful disease that can quickly turn life-threatening if your horse is not treated quickly!

Clinical signs can vary and range from a subtle change in behavior (less overall movement) to severe lameness and reluctance to walk.

Diagnosis of laminitis is achieved with x-rays. However, once we confirm a horse has the condition, the next step is to figure out why.

The most common causes of laminitis in horses are secondary to insulin resistance or uncontrolled Cushing's disease. Both of these can be caught easily with bloodwork so the underlying issue can be addressed.

Don't hesitate to contact your veterinarian if you suspect laminitis might be an issue.

08/08/2024

Check out this important webinar AAEP is hosting tonight. Even if you can't attend you can register to get the link and listen when you have time.

There should be some good information on how to be prepared in the face of natural disasters.

Do you know what to do when the weather goes haywire?

This Thursday (Aug. 8), join AAEP members Drs. Elizabeth Gorrell and Chelsea Folmar for a one-hour webinar discussing the essentials of disaster preparedness for horse owners. Whether it's tornadoes, floods, hurricanes, or wildfires, learn to plan with confidence so you and your animals are equipped to ride out any storm!

Registration is FREE but required. Limited time at the end of the session will be available for questions and answers, so we encourage you to submit your questions in advance through the registration form. To register, please visit: https://aaep-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OjyrhJK7RrOsV5LFljMxxg

Can't make the live event? No worries, a recording will be available! Click the link above to register and receive the link once the recording is available.

08/05/2024

Chronic progressive lymphedema in horses is a long-term condition characterized by the gradual swelling of tissues, usually in the legs, due to lymphatic system dysfunction. Most often this condition affects draft horses such as Belgians, Clydesdales and Freisians.

It occurs when the lymphatic vessels, which are responsible for draining lymph fluid from tissues, become damaged or obstructed. This results in fluid accumulation, leading to swelling, fibrosis (thickening of connective tissue), and wounds on the lower limbs. The condition can be challenging to manage and often requires a combination of supportive therapies, including exercise, dietary management and treatment of secondary bacterial/parasitic infections that develop in the limbs.

Treatment aims to manage symptoms and prevent progression, as no cure exists for this condition. Affected horses will have a shortened lifespan due to complications from secondary infections in the limbs.

Titan, a Clydsdale pictured here is cared for by , a local horse rescue.

08/05/2024

Due to the power and internet outages over the weekend our system is experiencing difficulty this am! Please try texting or emailing us.

Text: 541-316-0377
Email: [email protected]

Thank you for your understanding while we work through this.

08/01/2024

Did you know that all horses in Central Oregon require daily dietary supplementation?

Regardless of whether horses are on pasture or hay, our soils are notoriously deficient in selenium and grasses are deficient in vitamin E. Loose minerals that are free-fed or mineral blocks have been studied and have been proven to be inadequate as a daily supplement!

A high-quality nutritional supplement or nutritionally balanced grain should be strategically picked for the individual animal. Your veterinarian can help you decide what kind of supplement is right for your horse's life stage.

07/30/2024

The answer to yesterday's question is - False!

A f***l egg test screens manure for actively shedding eggs in the horse's manure with the goal of finding out what type of parasite is present in the horse and if they are shedding high volumes of eggs, contaminating the living environment.

Many parasites are not shed in manure that horses will carry that will not be caught on this test! In addition, horses can have heavy parasite burdens but not be actively shedding eggs in their manure.

Research has shown that f***l egg counts do not correlate whatsoever with actual parasite burden!

This does not mean the f***l egg tests do not have an important place in horse management - identifying high shedders allows us to tailor deworming regimens to each individual horse, and the identification of which type of parasite is present allows us to make sure we are using the correct deworming medication.

07/29/2024

True or false? - If a horse’s f***l test comes back negative for parasite eggs, they do not need to be dewormed

Let us know what you think in the comments!! The answer will come tomorrow.

07/27/2024

Back pain in horses is incredibly common, but the source of this pain can be very complex!

Primary back pain can come from bone pain (arthritis, kissing spines), muscular pain (strains, bruises) or nerve pain. But did you know back pain is often secondary to lameness or soreness in other places?

Horses will compensate when they are sore on another limb (particularly their hinds) and can become very stiff and painful in their back.

A complete workup for back pain includes a lameness examination and diagnostics such as x-rays and ultrasound to rule out underlying bone or muscle problems.

07/26/2024

With the smoke coming into the area here is a reminder to keep a close eye on your equine companions and watch for any signs of respiratory issues!

If you have any concerns about your horse please do not hesitate to reach out.

07/23/2024

If you guessed Pars Pituitary Intermedia Dysfunction (Equine Cushings Disease) - you are correct!

Commonly called Cushings, PPID is a condition where the normal hormonal regulation of the pituitary gland is out of balance. This is a common disease process of older horses and often goes unrecognized until the later stages of the disease when physical manifestations (such as a long hair coat in the summer) start to emerge.

This condition is easily treated with medications once identified. A blood test can be used to confirm whether or not they have the condition.

07/23/2024

Have you wondered if your horse's behavior issues are a medical problem, related to your tack, or simply a miscommunication between you and your horse?

Join us TONIGHT at Heartspace Horse Sanctuary at 5:30 pm for a workshop! Dr. Persia and Dr. Maura will be presenting on medical reasons why behavioral issues might arise in horses.

The link to registration is here: https://schoolofranch.regfox.com/7-23-me-my-horse

07/23/2024

Congratulations to all the participants of the High Desert Classic over these two weeks.

Black Diamond Equine enjoyed a night at the Grand Prix over the weekend. A big thank you to our Boehringer Ingelheim representative, Lisa, for making this happen, and congratulations on your Champion ribbon at the High Desert Classic with Swayze!

07/22/2024

This 24-year-old horse presented this week for his examination and dental. His physical examination had some pretty impressive findings for the middle of July. What disease process do you think is going on with this guy?

Bonus points - what organ in the horse's body causes this disease??

Tune in tomorrow to find out!

07/19/2024

Huge congratulations to Greta Morgan and Profekts for taking home the Champion Ribbon in the Hunters at the High Desert Classic this week!

What an incredible pair!

07/15/2024

Did you know that today is national "I love horses" day?

Help us celebrate and join in on the fun by posting a picture with your equine companion below!

07/12/2024

As wildfire seasons grow longer and more intense, preparing your horses for potential evacuation is crucial to responsible horse ownership. Wildfires can spread rapidly, leaving little time to gather belongings and safely transport your animals. Follow the link below for helpful tips on successful evacuation:

https://www.blackdiamondvet.com/blog/evacuating-wildfires-with-horses

07/11/2024

This mini had numerous findings from her exam!

1. Tartar buildup was accumulating on her upper teeth
2. She was missing two incisors (one on either side of the corner of her mouth)
3. The gingiva was noted to be receding around a few of the teeth
4. Her upper teeth had started to migrate, causing a gap between her two middle upper incisors.

The root cause of these problems was answered with a few X-rays!

This mini has EOTRH - which is a progressive disease of the incisors that occurs in older horses. The changes that happen over time are incredibly painful and extraction of the affected teeth is required to get the horse comfortable again.

This little mare will be feeling much better once her incisors are removed!

07/10/2024

This mini came in recently for a dental exam - can you spot the problems with her teeth? Let us know what you think is wrong in the comments! (hint, there are multiple right answers!)

Tomorrow we'll post the answer!

07/09/2024

Check out these great tips from AAEP on how to keep our equine friends cool in this hot weather.

07/08/2024

Did you know donkeys need annual dental care too??

Donkeys are incredibly stoic animals that are very good at hiding their pain. They develop the same sharp points, periodontal disease and chewing issues that horses do!

Annual oral examinations are critical to helping our equid friends stay healthy and live to a ripe, old age!

Read more about it here!

https://www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/sites/default/files/2017-11/dental-care.pdf

07/06/2024

Some of our favorite patients are pint-sized!!!

07/04/2024

Happy Fourth of July!

Our office will be closed to observe the holiday. We'll be back in tomorrow morning, 7/5 with normal business hours, 8 am - 5 pm.

07/01/2024

Happy Canada Day, eh?

Did you know it is also International Joke Day?!?

What's your favorite (clean) joke?

06/27/2024

Did you know arthritis isn't just an old horse disease?

These radiographs are from a 7-year-old horse with an intermittent lameness that comes and goes during the year.

Radiographs of the limb are incredibly helpful in determining the cause of the lameness and the options to treat it.

In this particular case, the radiographs gave us a plan for therapeutic shoeing to reduce strain on his joints and perform intra-articular (joint) injections to reduce pain and inflammation.

06/25/2024

The answer is an iridociliary cyst!

These cysts can form on the top or bottom of the iris and can be variable in size. They do not hurt the eye, but can compromise the horse's vision and frequently can be a source of behavioral issues (spooking, not seeing training cues).

The good news is that if a cyst is present it can be "popped" with a laser to remove it by a board-certified ophthalmologist!

06/24/2024

Does anyone know what is wrong with this horse's eye??? Comment your best guess below!

The answer will be posted tomorrow!

06/21/2024

Ultrasound is a modality in which sound waves are used in a small probe to produce an image of soft tissue structures such as tendons and ligaments.

There are many small soft tissues of the lower limb that can be injured! A thorough examination of these tissues can help us pinpoint the source of a horse's lameness.

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4699 SW 43rd Street
Redmond, OR
97756

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15413167155

Website

http://blackdiamondvet.com/

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If you guessed peroneus tertius rupture in yesterday's quiz... you were right! The peroneus tertius is a tendon that runs down the front of a horse's hind leg, and it is what connects the stifle and the hock when a horse bends their limb. This is part of the "stay apparatus" that allows a horse to lock its leg and sleep standing up. This tendon can be injured when the horse slips or hyperextends the limb, leading to a disconnect between the hock and the stifle. The classical signs of this injury include a sudden lameness where the hock can easily be extended while the stifle remains flexed. Horses with this injury do remarkably well with stall rest, as the tendon can scar down and become functional again in 3-4 months!

Post-Dental Cuddles

When that post-dental sedation makes for the perfect cuddle opportunity! Have a great weekend everyone! #BlackDiamondVet #HorseVet #BDE #AAEP #Cute #Cats

Dr. Paul was teaching our newest groundskeeper the ropes this week! 😂 No but in all seriousness, how cute is she???! #Cute #horsevet #BlackDiamondVet

Watch this video for tips from Dr. Maura on taking your horse’s temperature! With the horse show season upon us it’s a great time to check your barn thermometer to make sure it’s still working or invest in a new one. #BlackDiamondEquine #HorseVet #BDE #Temperature #DigitalThermometer

Have you seen a horse dozing off while standing like this? It's a myth that horses always sleep standing up! While horses do doze while standing, they do need to enter REM sleep, just like us! They can only do this when lying down, which they need to do for a minimum of 30 minutes per day. If a horse is too nervous or painful to lay down, it commonly leads to sleep deprivation. This horse moved to a new barn where she was too nervous to lie down and sleep. She has since moved back and is doing much better! #sleepdeprivation #BDE #horsevet #BlackDiamondVet

Horses and Smoke Exposure Thick smoke can exacerbate lower airway inflammation and worsen signs of Equine Asthma. Common clinical signs associated with lower airway inflammation include coughing, nasal discharge, increased respiratory effort and reduced performance. What can we do to help horses recover from smoke exposure? - Diet: Research has shown that supplementing a horse’s diet with omega-3 fatty acids can reduce inflammation in the lower airways and can help alleviate clinical signs associated with equine asthma. Options for omega-3 fatty acid supplements include Arenus Aleria, Platinum healthy weight, or Purina Omega Match. Alternatively, ½ to 1 cup flax seed oil or fish oil can be picked up at the grocery store. - Environmental management: Wet down hay during feeding times to reduce dust particulate exposure. Feed your horse on the ground rather than in feeders to allow postural drainage of airways. - Rest!: Damage to the airways from mild smoke inhalation can take 2-4 weeks to heal. It is recommended that horses return to work no sooner than 2 weeks post smoke exposure. Returning to work too soon with an impaired respiratory tract may aggravate the condition and delay healing. If you have concerns that your horse may be struggling with lower airway inflammation, a physical examination is recommended to evaluate the severity and determine if medications are required to speed up healing. #BlackDiamondEquine #PNW #EquineVet #HorseVet #OregonEquine #DVM #Horse #BDE #Smoke #ForestFire

Happy Fourth of July!

"True patriotism springs from a belief in the dignity of the individual, freedom and equality not only for Americans but for all people on earth..." - Eleanor Roosevelt 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 We hope you enjoy celebrating America's Independance Day with friends and family. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 From our family to yours, have a wonderful Fourth of July! -The Team at Black Diamond Equine

Summer Horse Heath Tips

1. Hydration On average, horses need at least 5 gallons of water per day for body maintenance. This can easily double or triple when they’re working hard in hot weather. Bring water from home when you’re traveling, as some horses are picky about unfamiliar-tasting water, or acclimate your horse to water flavored with a little apple juice or Gatorade ahead of time. These can effectively mask strange-tasting water while on the road. If a horse is exhausted or very hot, offer one gallon of water every 15 minutes until he has had his fill. Electrolytes can also help encourage water consumption and replace losses from sweating. Talk to your veterinarian about electrolyte dose and frequency, and always offer unlimited water after giving electrolytes because they can potentially worsen dehydration. 2. Heat exhaustion Body temperatures can quickly rise above 104°F when exercising in heat and humidity, particularly if sweat isn’t evaporating. Other risk factors for overheating include obesity or poor fitness, heavy muscling, or a dark coat. For an overheated horse find shade if possible, and repeatedly douse him with copious cool water, using a scraper to remove it immediately. Continue until his temperature drops to 101°F or lower. 3. Sun protection Horses with pink around their muzzles or eyes suffer from sunburn. Human sunscreen that does not contain para-aminobenzoic acid is generally safe for use on horses on small areas of the body. Long-term ultraviolet (UV) ray exposure can predispose horses with pink skin around their eyes to cancer, so get UV-blocking flymasks for these animals. 4. Trailering safety During travel horses shift their weight with trailer motion. The energy they expend is almost equal to walking, so an eight-hour trailer ride is as much work as an eight-hour trail ride. Don’t expect your horse to arrive at your destination fresh and ready to go; arrive the night before or allow a few hours for recuperation. Also remember that trailering stresses the

Kait's Welcome to the Team Video

We have a new team member on the Black Diamond Team! Kait Young has joined our team and we could not be more excited to have her as a part of the BDE family. 🎉🎉🎉 Kait’s love of horses comes from her jack of all trade’s riding background. She has spent many hours in the saddle whether it was in an english saddle jumping over fences, or in a western saddle chasing a cow or doing a reining pattern. When Kait is not out riding, she is spending her time with her husband James, and their one-year old EJ, exploring the great Pacific Northwest. Kait joined our team with over 4 years of experience in the veterinary field. She is a hard worker, has a wonderful attitude, and overall is a great addition to the Black Diamond team. When Kait is not working, she is passing the time with long distance running, baking, hiking national parks, and taking pictures of her Ibizan Hound, Sedona. 🎉🎉🎉 So excited to have you here! -The Team at Black Diamond

Patient Update :)

Update alert! *warning graphic wound images in the slideshow* One year ago we had a very sweet little mare come to our clinic. She had somehow sliced open her neck on a fence post and her poor owner had no idea how it could have happened. Horses have such a gift for getting hurt, even if they are in a padded stall! It has been a year and with her owners diligence and Dr. Paul's steady hand Miss Sansa has healed up beautifully. We are so excited for all the years Sansa and her owner have ahead of them. #woundsandlacerations #dvmlife #yourteamatBDE #blackdiamondequineredmondoregon #vetsofredmond #happyendings #vettechlife #horsesareaccidentprone

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The Black Diamond Story

Born and raised in Central Oregon, Dr. Paul’s first horse was a black pony named Diamond. They spent hours riding the BLM and canal trails north of Bend. Little did he know then that his love of horses, adventure and Central Oregon would lead to opening Black Diamond Equine Veterinary Clinic.

He returned to Central Oregon, where he brings over 11 years of experience as an equine veterinarian and a passion in equine sports medicine and performance. It’s this passion that led him to co-found Black Diamond Equine.

Dr. Paul graduated with his DVM from Oregon State University. He met and married his wife, Dr. Caelli, during vet school. After graduating they packed up their horse trailer and moved to Texas to start their careers.