Topline Equine Veterinary Inc.

11/08/2024

Happy Friday!! As horse owners we always question our horses as to where the new wound came from! This guide is a good go to as to when to call the vet. If you are ever worried about a depth of a wound or overall size, it is best to call immediately. Horses are wonderful animals, but they are so accident prone.

RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOUR HORSE IS ACCIDENT-PRONE...🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

If you own horses long enough, sooner or later you are likely to confront a medical emergency. There are several behavioral traits that make horses especially accident-prone: one is their instinctive flight-or-fight response; another is their need to establish the pecking order within a herd; and a third is their natural curiosity. Such behaviors account for many of the cuts, bruises, and abrasions that horses suffer. In fact, lacerations are probably the most common emergency that horse owners must contend with.

Do you know what to do if your horse is cut or bleeding? The initial steps you take to treat a wound can prevent further damage and speed healing, and maintaining your presence of mind could save your horse's life. Here are some general guidelines to keep in mind in case of emergency; how you will ultimately proceed will depend on your horse's individual circumstances, and on the advice you receive from your veterinarian.

07/31/2024

Foaling season has officially come to an end here at Topline with the most handsome little guy!!! Our very own Dr. Stadelmann brought baby Gael in to the world on July 19th!! Both mom and baby are doing amazing and Dr Stadelmann's dogs Zeke and Zoey are the best and most protective big siblings.

07/13/2024

The summer heat and sun won't be letting up any time soon, so make sure your equine friends are adequately protected from harmful UV rays. ☀️

Hot summer weather puts horses at risk not only for dehydration and heat stress but also the skin damage and discomfort that accompany a sunburn— just like humans.

A lot of equestrians love some chrome on a horse, but it's important to remember that those beautiful white markings and the non-pigmented pink skin underneath are more likely to suffer from sunburn, especially in areas where the skin is more sensitive — like around the eyes and the nostrils.

In addition to the pain and discomfort, horses that are prone to recurrent sunburn may also face other long-term consequences, like the increased likelihood of developing squamous cell carcinoma (a common cancer).

If your horse is susceptible to sunburn, contact your veterinarian for more information about sun damage and recommendations to keep your horse protected this summer.

05/22/2024

We are gearing towards the end of breeding season and finishing up with some heartbeat checks of previously some bred mares.

01/23/2024

We are hoping everyone is staying as warm and dry s possible these rainy days

11/10/2023

The Topline Equine team had a great time supporting Queen of Hearts Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. in their yearly Medieval Rodeo fundraiser. Join us next year in November!

We want to give a Big THANK YOU to ALL who came out to support our fundraiser. Also, a Special THANK YOU to ALL our Sponsors, Volunteers, Caterer, and the Imperial Knights Production Company for an exciting KNIGHT of jousting and sword fights. We look forward to The Medieval Rodeo 2024!

10/10/2023

Dr. Stadelmann and our lovely technician Gina were able to represent our team for Tara’s Chance Therapeutic Riding for All - Riding with the Stars annual dinner and rider showcase this past weekend. We have been very proud to be associated with this organization that provides such a vital program to the community.

07/07/2023

Some information on what to look for with the most recent vesicular stomatitis outbreaks seen in the nearby area. If you have any suspicion your horse might be affected, please call us immediately.
Health certificates may be required for local shows or local movement. Out of state movement health certificate requirements have changed so please be sure to contact us with plenty of time to ensure we can fit you in our schedule under the new changing time requirements.

California has recently reported its first-time incursion of vesicular stomatitis (VSV) in over 50 years. Since the start of the outbreak in May, 77 VSV-affected premises have been identified (29 confirmed positive, 48 suspect).

Vesicular stomatitis is a viral disease of horses, donkeys, mules, cattle, swine and New World camelids that occurs in the Western Hemisphere. The disease is named for the characteristic vesicular lesions it causes in the form of blisters, crusts and ulceration of the lips, muzzle, nose, tongue, ears, sheath, teats, and/or coronary band. The virus is transmitted by biting midges and therefore is seasonal.

Because VSV is not a common occurrence in most areas every year, reports of Vesicular Stomatitis in the media often raise questions among livestock and horse owners. Visit the Disease Communication Center's website to learn more about VSV and to find updates on current disease outbreaks: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/vesicular-stomatitis

As always, your horse doctor remains your best source of information and resources. By working closely with your equine veterinarian you can develop strategies to reduce the likelihood of a Vesicular Stomatitis outbreak at your facility or to minimize the effects should one occur.

04/25/2023

Stop by and have some fun tonight! We are proud to be one of the buckle sponsors this year!

04/18/2023

We are proud to be sponsors and the veterinarians associated with Norco Horseweek! We hope to see you all there. Stop by and say hello if you see Dr. Abair and Dr. Stadelmann.

03/30/2023

Whose foal is this?

Our dear technician Alex Richard had her own little baby earlier this month and we are all very excited for her in this new life chapter.

And yes we are already advised her to start palpating/playing with his ears and feet so he doesn’t become a sensitive baby that kicks out when being examined by the veterinarian… I mean, pediatrician

02/10/2023

Deworming 4-6x a year is typically not necessary. If you would like to discuss your deworming options for our area or inquire about running a f***l sample, please call our office for more information.

With spring only a few weeks away (🙌), it’s not too early to start thinking about a deworming plan for your horses.

If deworming is something you’ve been doing the same way for as long as you can remember, this year we encourage you to break tradition and work with your veterinarian instead. Thanks to tools like the f***l egg count, your horse doctor can help you devise a treatment tailored to the needs of your equine friend plus monitor the efficacy of the dewormer used last. And before you dismiss this notion because you’ve been “doing it for years,” you should know that the old-school approach to deworming is quickly becoming outdated—not only a waste of money but it also builds drug resistance in the parasitic fauna of equines, which means we are running out of drugs that can effectively help us control parasite infections.

For more information, the AAEP Parasite Control Guidelines can be found on our website at https://aaep.org/document/internal-parasite-control-guidelines
As always, consult your equine veterinarian to learn more and for questions specific to your horses!

01/30/2023

Meet Talia, first foal born of 2023 for our practice.
We were very excited to perform her first veterinary check last week and confirm she had a stellar IgG value.

01/11/2023

Fun fact: Dr. Stadelmann rode in the rose parade this year with her mare Chica.

One of our New Year’s resolution is to be more active on our page. Feel free to comment or email the office with any ideas or things you would like to learn more about. Our email is [email protected]

Have a fabulous rest of your year and wishing you and your horses a healthy and fun rest of 2023.

09/07/2022

Although it was a scorcher of a weekend, we hope you were able to enjoy the Norco Fair. We had a blast being the official veterinarian of the event and so happy all the animals remained safe and healthy. 

08/31/2022

Some people think vasectomies and castrations are similar procedures
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But there’s a Vas Deferens between the two!

07/21/2022

An expert in equine thermoregulation is attempting to bust some of the myths spread about cooling horses. Although most people seem to agree that water is key in reducing temperature, many still say, incorrectly, that the water must be scraped off – with many often insisting that leaving a horse w...

07/11/2022

We appreciate all of the hardworking farriers that we have the pleasure to work alongside with.

It’s —let’s take a moment to celebrate and thank our farriers! Proper foot care is the cornerstone of maintaining a sound horse and a good farrier is instrumental in keeping the horse’s feet balanced and well-supported. Farriers and veterinarians often work together for the best interests of the horse, so a skilled farrier is both a necessity and a tremendous asset for your horse care dream team. Be sure to let your farriers know they are appreciated!