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.
11/22/2024
If your answer yesterday was a sinus infection (sinusitis) - you were correct!
Horses have large sinuses within their head that can develop infections either primarily or secondary to dental disease.
This compartment is very tricky to access and clean out with antibiotic therapy alone, and flushing the sinus is often required to get complete resolution.
This horse was undergoing a procedure to collect purulent material (pus) from the sinus for culture and placement of a drain for repeated flushings of his sinus.
11/21/2024
What procedure do you think we were doing here??? Do you know why?
Comment below with your guesses! Stay tuned for the answering post tomorrow!
11/18/2024
Whether you call or text in with a quick question or a dire emergency, our leading ladies are here to help you!
Did you know that all of our office staff is cross-trained to work to answer phone calls and also to provide care to horses in the clinic and the field?
This experience gives these dynamic individuals the ability to triage emergencies, give valuable advice, and keep our clinic and schedule running smoothly.
We could not do it without you ladies!
11/17/2024
Now that we've had a few good freezes and the flies are gone, it's a great time to deworm your herd if you haven't yet!
Some parasites are circulated in the fly population from manure piles. So, even if your horse cannot access other horse's manure, they might have been exposed to the flies!
The good news is, that these parasites are often very responsive to deworming with Ivermectin or Moxidectin products.
If you have questions about your horse's deworming protocol, please reach out to the office!
11/13/2024
One of the best parts of being a multi-doctor practice is the ability to collaborate on cases!
Our doctors constantly discuss cases and share images, bloodwork, and other diagnostic findings to ensure our patients receive the best possible care.
Collaboration and sharing expertise, experience, and case outcomes is a huge way our team continues to push forward and provide top-notch care!
11/11/2024
Happy Veterans Day!
Today we honor and thank all who have served in defense of our freedom, including the brave animals who have stood by their sides. Their loyalty and courage are a testament to the bond between service members and the animals who have served alongside them.
11/09/2024
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our Client Education Night last month! We truly lucked out with gorgeous weather, which made the evening even more enjoyable. A special thank you to Dr. Keane for his insightful presentation on equine diseases and prevention strategies—your knowledge and expertise were greatly appreciated by all who attended.
We’d also like to express our gratitude to our generous sponsors—Boehringer Ingelheim, Patterson, and Purina—whose support made this event possible.
As we plan for future events, we’d love to hear from you! What types of client education would you like to see next? What topics are you interested in learning more about? Your feedback helps us tailor future sessions to best support you and your horses.
Thank you again for your continued trust in us, and we look forward to seeing you at our future events!
11/07/2024
As the dirt turns to mud outside, more and more horses are limping!
Hoof abscesses are incredibly common as the weather changes. These can range from making a horse mildly sore to keeping them from being able to bear weight on a limb. Causes include:
- Standing in muddy, wet conditions for prolonged periods
- Unhealthy sole from delayed trimming, imbalanced foot care, or hoof conditions (laminitis)
- Direct injuries to the sole (penetrating injuries, sole bruises)
- Underlying metabolic diseases that can impair immune function (Cushing's)
Keeping your horse's feet well trimmed, picked out at least daily, and giving your horse a dry area to stand are important factors in preventing hoof abscess formation.
Remember - there are many reasons why a horse may be limping. Some of those are simple, some are not! An examination by a veterinarian is the first step in determining why a horse is sore and what needs to be done to get them feeling better.
11/04/2024
Have you met the guy who started it all - Dr. Paul Edmonds?
Dr. Paul has been in practice for over 20 years and has a strong passion for performance horse medicine. His background working with performance horses in Texas and completing an orthopedic surgery residency give him a unique insight into the most complicated lameness cases and a wealth of knowledge to draw from when creating treatment plans!
Dr. Paul opened Black Diamond Equine in 2017 alongside his wife, Dr. Caelli Edmonds. When he's not at the clinic seeing appointments or running the behind-the-scenes, you can find him coaching soccer, skiing, or spending time with his family!
11/02/2024
This may be a few years old, but it is always a helpful graphic! The age old debate.... To blanket or not to blanket!
10/29/2024
😻Happy National Cat Day😻 from our favorite feline! Many of you who stop by the clinic are familiar with George, our office cat.
When he's not on the job working reception as our official greeter, George can be found curled up in a warm chair or lying in a sunbeam.
We love you, George!
10/29/2024
In the last few weeks we have seen a significant spike in laminitis cases! This is a reminder that laminitis is a potentially fatal condition often preventable with close management considerations!
Horses can develop laminitis in the fall due to several factors:
1. High Sugar Levels in Pasture Grasses: During the fall, grasses often have higher sugar content due to cooler nights and shorter days. This can lead to an increase in insulin levels in horses, which triggers an inflammatory response in the hooves.
2. Metabolic Shifts: As horses prepare for winter, they undergo metabolic changes that can increase insulin levels and promote fat storage. This shift can also increase the risk of laminitis.
3. Environmental Stress: Fall weather, including frosty nights and hard frosts, can cause grasses to retain higher sugar levels. Overgrazed pastures can also become stressed and stockpile sugars, further increasing the risk.
4. Hormonal Changes: Horses naturally produce more Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) in the fall, which leads to increased cortisol and insulin levels. This hormonal imbalance can contribute to laminitis.
5. Obesity and Reduced Exercise: As the weather cools, horses may gain weight due to reduced exercise and increased access to lush pastures. Obesity is a significant risk factor for laminitis.
10/16/2024
Celebrating Our Incredible Veterinary Technicians and Assistants!
As we observe National Veterinary Technician Week, we want to take a moment to recognize the dedicated and compassionate individuals who are vital to our equine industry: our veterinary technicians and assistants. Together, they form the backbone of our practice, ensuring that our equine patients receive the highest level of care.
Every day, our veterinary technicians and assistants demonstrate unwavering commitment, skill, and empathy. From assisting in surgeries to providing comfort and care to our horses and their owners, their expertise and teamwork are essential to our success. They work tirelessly to ensure that every horse receives the attention and treatment they need, and their passion for equine health is truly inspiring.
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and compassion for our equine patients. Your contributions make a significant difference in the lives of countless horses and their families, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you do.
Let’s celebrate our veterinary technicians and assistants this week and every day. You are truly appreciated!
10/15/2024
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Phone: 541-316-7155
Text: 541-316-0377
09/25/2024
This is your friendly reminder that a squinting eye in a horse is ALWAYS an emergency!
These are examples of corneal ulcers (scratches on the eye) in 4 horses within the last week. We have seen an increase in horses injuring their eyes (likely secondary to rubbing from smoke and flies).
If your horse is noticed to have a swollen eye or squinting, they should be seen right away by a veterinarian to determine if antibiotics are needed. If left untreated, infection can set in which can cause permanent damage.
The red arrows in each picture point towards the scratch on the cornea. Notice most of these look green... Why might that be? 🤔 Comment below the answer if you know!
09/16/2024
As fall is coming upon us, it is important to start thinking about getting ready for the winter months and be prepared before our cold weather hits!
- Flu/Rhino Booster: the coverage on our Flu/Rhino vaccines in horses lasts for 6 months, so those horses who were vaccinated in the spring are coming up due for their booster shot around now!
- Dental Exam: If your horse has not yet had a dental this year, it is important that their teeth are checked before the cold months to make sure their teeth are in top working order for winter.
- Fall Deworming: As the flies start to leave, the first few frosts mark an excellent time to deworm your horse.
In addition to the veterinary care for the winter, Checking blankets, installing water heaters and creating dry, clean feed storage areas are important steps of winterizing!
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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!
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Dr. Paul was teaching our newest groundskeeper the ropes this week! 😂
No but in all seriousness, how cute is she???!
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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.
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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
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.
Dr. Paul pursued his internship and ACVS surgical residency experience at Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery in Weatherford, Texas. His unique sports medicine approach to treating horses meets clients and their animals with distinct care and compassion.
Today, Black Diamond Equine is located in the heart of Central Oregon. We offer full-service care for your horse – Lameness & Performance, General Wellness, Dental Health, and Chiropractic.
We look forward to helping you bring out the best in your horse.
