Black Diamond Equine Veterinary Clinic

09/22/2025

🌾 Hay Testing for Healthier Horses 🐴
Central Oregon horse owners — this one’s for you!

Local hay can be high in sugar, contributing to obesity, insulin resistance, and even laminitis. But don't worry — we’ve got your back. 💪

✨ How Black Diamond Equine Can Help:

✅ We collect and send hay samples.
✅ We interpret results — even if you already have a hay analysis.
✅ We help you build a safer, healthier diet for your horse.

💡 By understanding the nutritional profile of your hay, we can work together to find a safe option that supports your horse's overall health and well-being.

09/19/2025

When those scratches hit so good during your lameness appointment!

Happy Friday!!

09/15/2025

☀️ With summer coming to a close and cooler days on the horizon, it's time to start planning for your horses' fall care routine. Let's take a look at our fall recomendations:

✅ Dental Check
✅ Vaccine Boosters
✅ Deworming
✅ Nutritional Evaluation
✅ Bloodwork (Screening for Cushing's)

🍂 Enjoy the last days of summer and happy trails this fall!

09/12/2025

🩺 Why We Microchip Horses
🔒 Protecting Your Equine Partner 🐴

If you’ve had a recent visit with us, you may have been asked:
“Is your horse microchipped?”

At Black Diamond Equine, your horse’s safety and well-being are always top priority — and microchipping is one of the easiest, most effective ways to help protect them. Here's why it matters:

◼️ Safety & Recovery – If your horse gets loose on a trail ride, at home, or during an evacuation, a microchip provides permanent ID to help bring them home.
◼️ Theft Protection – Sadly, theft happens. Microchips offer proof of ownership and can aid in recovery.
◼️ Disaster Preparedness – In wildfire evacuations or sheltering situations, microchips ensure your horse is identified and returned safely.
◼️ Competition Ready – Many organizations (like the FEI) require microchipping for events like dressage, show jumping, and eventing.

💉 It’s a quick, minimally invasive procedure done by our veterinarians. The chip lasts a lifetime—no batteries, no upkeep, just peace of mind.

📅 Ask us about microchipping at your next appointment!

09/08/2025

🍂Have You Booked Your Fall Barn Day Yet?🍂

Barn days are starting to get scheduled for this fall - did you know that we provide reduced rates for dentistry when 5 or more horses are booked at the same location?

Get your friends together and give the office a call to get in on the savings!

09/06/2025

🏆Congratulations to Gail and Missy on their win at the Oregon Cutting Horse Association show at the Kerley Center!🏆

Although Gail and Missy are only a year and a half into their partnership, they have proven to be tough competitors - watch out for this dynamic duo!




Oregon Cutting Horse Association

09/03/2025

West Nile Virus in Horses — Current Snapshot
This year in Oregon, positive mosquito detections have been reported in several counties. Last week in California, a horse tested positive.

While Deschutes County currently has no West Nile virus activity, it is a great time to revisit your horses' coverage.

Check out this information from AAEP. West Nile Virus is a core vaccine that is recommended at least once a year.

Is your horse covered during this mosquito season?

As mentioned in our post earlier this week about EEE, summer and fall are the peak 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 several different species of mosquitoes and biting insects.

Let this graphic serve as a source of more information about West Nile Virus (WNV) as well as a reminder to keep your equines up to date on vaccinations with the guidance of your veterinarian to best protect your animals from infection.

Learn more about West Nile Virus and find downloadable resources on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website at: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/west-nile-virus

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day from Black Diamond Equine!

Today we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and passion that keep our community thriving - from our incredible team to the horse owners, trainers, and riders we're proud to serve. ♥️

Please note: Our clinic will be closed on Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day.

Wishing you and your four-legged partners a safe, happy, and restful holiday.

09/01/2025

The dreaded COLIC! With the fluctuation in weather lately, we've been seeing more colic cases. Here are a few things you can implement during a heat wave to keep your horses hydrated and as safe as possible.

💧Hydration💧
✅ Add 2 tablespoons of table salt to normal feed to stimulate thirst and drinking
✅ Offer a "thirst quencher" consisting of a flavored bucket of water in addition to regular water
✅ Ensure all water sources are clean and easily accessible

💩Gastrointestinal Health💩
✅ Hold off on any drastic diet changes until the heat waves pass
✅ Avoid drastic changes in exercise level during heat waves. Light exercise is encouraged, but if your horse is not yet in shape, wait for a cooler period to increase intensity

✅ Monitor closely for any changes in appetite, energy, or manure output and report back to your veterinarian if anything is amiss. Prevention in the early stages can often stop colic in its tracks!

08/29/2025

🌟 Staff Highlight: Page! 🌟

Say hello to Page, one of our talented and passionate support staff here at Black Diamond Equine! 🖤🐎

🎬 Favorite Movie: Pride & Prejudice (2005 version, of course!)
📚 Current Favorite Books: The Farseer Trilogy by Robin Hobb – though she's always discovering new favorites
🍁 Dream Vacation: Exploring the stunning landscapes of Scotland in the fall

We love having Page on our team – her dedication and love for animals truly shine! ✨

08/28/2025

🎉Happy Birthday Dr. Maura!🎉

Help us wish a very Happy Birthday to our amazing Dr. Maura! Her s***k, creativity, and endless compassion make her such an incredible part of our team and an irreplaceable asset to the equine community we serve. 🐴

From urgent emergency calls to routine wellness appointments, Dr. Maura pours her heart into everything she does - and we're so lucky to have her! 🤍

Drop your birthday wishes below and help us celebrate this rockstar vet! 🎂

08/27/2025

🐕 Happy National Dog Day! 🐕

At Black Diamond Equine, we know dogs aren't just our pets - they're our hiking partners, adventure buddies, and the best cuddle-up-at-home companions. Whether they're out on the trail with us or waiting by the barn, they're always by our side.

And of course, we can't forget our very own office greeters - Diva, Glenda and Bentley. If you've stopped by the clinic, chances are you've been welcomed with a wagging tail and a whole lot of love from this trio!

Give your dog some love from us!