Tumalo Ridge Equine Veterinary Services, LLC

12/09/2024

Tumalo Ridge Equine will be closed for appointments until January 6th, 2025. Our business has grown exponentially and we are taking time to ensure that we can continue to provide the highest standard of care to our valued patients and clients.

We understand how important your equine companions are to you and our team will be available to provide limited services. If you have any questions or require prescription refills, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Your trust and loyalty are invaluable to us, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with you in 2025. We are truly grateful for your understanding and patience during this time and we wish you and your family a joyful holiday season.

𝘞𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴,

𝘛𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘰 𝘙𝘪𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘌𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘦

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving!

- Tumalo Ridge Equine

11/25/2024

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours 🍁

At Tumalo Ridge Equine, we're grateful for the opportunity to care for your beloved horses and for the trust you've placed in us.

Our office will be closed from November 23rd through December 1st, reopening on December 2nd at 8:30 am.

From our family to yours, we wish you a joyous, relaxing, and rejuvenating holiday season.

Sincerely,
The Team at Tumalo Ridge Equine

11/20/2024

Here is some great information and links on EPM!

EPM is widely considered the most important infectious neurologic disease of horses in North America and is caused by protozoal infection of the central nervous system. Horses are infected by consuming food or water contaminated with opossum s**t containing sporocysts.

Horses with EPM do not present a biosecurity risk to other animals because the disease is not transmissible between horses. An effective vaccine has yet to be developed, so the best preventative approach includes eliminating access of opossums to feed and water in order to minimize contact with opossum s**t and improving your horse's immune defenses by decreasing stress and optimizing health.

To learn more about EPM, visit the following resources:
https://aaep.org/resource/equine-protozoal-myeloencephalitis-epm/
&
https://www.equinediseasecc.org/EPM

As always, consult your veterinarian for more information and for advice tailored to your horse's specific circumstances.

11/15/2024

Did you know that a horse with a moderate hair coat starts requiring additional calories for body temperature regulation when the outside temperature drops to approximately 50°F?

As the temperatures start to drop, especially overnight, it's important to remember that cold weather prompts special considerations for your horse's diet and care. This is particularly important when it comes to the older members of the herd; consult your primary horse doctor to formulate a plan to keep your horses happy and healthy this fall and winter!

11/12/2024

With respect, honor and gratitude, thank you Veterans 🇺🇸

10/31/2024

𝓗𝓪𝓹𝓹𝔂 𝓗𝓪𝓵𝓵𝓸𝔀𝓮𝓮𝓷

- Tᴜᴍᴀʟᴏ Rɪᴅɢᴇ Eǫᴜɪɴᴇ

10/19/2024

𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤

At Tumalo Ridge Equine, we are fortunate to have three remarkable ladies supporting Dr. Newton.

The last team member we want to spotlight is our newest addition, Olivia.

She has swiftly adapted to her role by actively assisting in the field and building relationships with our clients and their horses.

We truly value her dedication to our team and the effort she has invested in her new position.

Should your path cross with hers during your visit, we invite you to take a moment to express your gratitude for her help for Dr. Newton!

Thank you, Olivia, for your hard work and commitment to providing the best care for all of the beloved horses of TREVS.

10/17/2024

𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤

We are excited to shine a spotlight on our second team member and amazing assistant, Bri!

Bri's dedication and enthusiasm for her work go far beyond her interactions with patients. Her affection for animals and her commitment to delivering exceptional care make her an invaluable member of our team.

Whether she's assisting with routine check-ups or soothing a nervous horse, Bri's warm presence and expertise truly stand out.

If you see Bri at your next appointment, be sure to express your gratitude for her support of Dr. Newton!

Thank you, Bri, for your hard work and your unwavering commitment to providing the best care for all the cherished horses at TREVS.

10/15/2024

𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤

We are thrilled to showcase one of our incredible assistants, Erika.

She has been an integral member of the TREVS team since the beginning and a tremendous asset to Dr. Newton in the field.

Her dedication and passion for everything equine shine through in her work. We feel incredibly lucky to have her as part of our TREVS family, knowing she consistently puts forth her best effort for the horses she cares for.

If you see Erika during an upcoming appointment, please take a moment to thank her for her invaluable support to Dr. Newton!

Thank you, Erika, for your hard work and unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care for all the horses at TREVS.

- TREVS

10/06/2024

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐢! 🥳🎉🎈

We truly appreciate your bubbly personality and dedication to animals of all shapes and sizes, both in the field or at the office.

Thank you for always being willing to help with every case; you are an essential part of our team!

We hope you have a fantastic and wonderful day celebrating you!

- Tumalo Ridge Equine

10/04/2024

WHAT CAUSES HOOF ABSCESSES?

Sooner or later, nearly all horse owners will deal with a hoof abscess. But what does "hoof abscess" actually mean?

Although most commonly seen during the wet winter and spring months, hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round and usually occur when debris and bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks and wounds, even horseshoeing holes. The bacteria then get trapped between the sensitive laminae (the tissue layer that bonds the hoof capsule to the coffin bone) and the hoof wall or sole and create pus; the pus builds up over time and puts pressure behind the hoof wall or sole, until it causes the sudden onset of acute lameness when the pain finally becomes too great. (The diagram shows a simplified view of the equine hoof to help visualize the structures involved in this process.)

Hoof abscesses can mimic other more serious diseases or injuries, so involving your veterinarian early on in the diagnosis and prompt treatment of this condition is always a good idea. Some abscesses will be uncomplicated and rupture on their own like a large pimple at the coronary band or heel bulbs; other abscesses, however, could require radiographs and will need to be surgically drained.

10/02/2024

Let’s all wish Denali a very happy birthday today! We are so grateful to have her as part of our TREVS team. She is an amazing asset, huge animal lover and just an overall positive light! We appreciate you, Denali! Happiest of birthdays! 🎉

09/30/2024

𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐝𝐚𝐲?

It is generally recommended to include vaccinations, dental examinations, and sheath cleanings in your horse's schedule, at least once a year, to ensure their well-being and to be sure they are as healthy as they can be, for the approaching colder weather and the winter season.

Coordinating appointments with a group of friends or fellow boarders at your barn not only streamlines the process and can save a little cost, but also improves efficiency for our team.

During his visit, Dr. Newton can conduct a range of services including health screenings, lameness examinations, dentistry, vaccinations, sheath cleanings, bloodwork, and Coggins (EIA) testing for your horses.

𝘛𝘰 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘣𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴, 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘴:

✔️Ensure there is an appropriate area in the barn for working with your horse, ideally with a back wall. Stalls, grooming or wash racks work well.
✔️A nearby faucet or spigot is ideal, and access to warm water is even better.
✔️ A parking area nearby for easy access to supplies and equipment stored in the truck is also very helpful.
✔️ Having your horse caught and located in a nearby stall or the rail will help things go smoother, however please do not put your horses in a situation where they will be anxious as a result.

If you know someone at your barn who would like their horse to be examined by Dr. Newton during his visit, please suggest that they contact us through a call or text, or guide them to our website to fill out the New Client Form and our team will reach out to contact them.

We are now scheduling group barn days into November, so please remain flexible with timing to accommodate a large group.

- TREVS

09/27/2024

𝑭𝒖𝒏 𝑭𝒂𝒄𝒕 𝑭𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒚!

𝘊𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘯𝘶𝘵𝘴. 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮?

Chestnuts are remnants of the pre-evolutionary leg and foot structure of Eohippus, considered vestigial due to their loss of purpose in the evolution process.

‘𝘝𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘢𝘭’ 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦, 𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴.

Chestnuts are firm, fleshy growths located above the knees on the front legs and below the inside of the hock on the hind legs of horses. Similar to human fingerprints, chestnuts are unique in shape and composition for each horse, with growth rates varying among individuals.

Some horse breeds lack chestnuts entirely, while donkeys and zebras only have chestnuts on their front legs.

09/14/2024

𝗘𝗿𝗴𝗼𝘁𝘀. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆?

The ergot is a small callus-like growth found on the underside of a horse's fetlock.

𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘰𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘩𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘰𝘵𝘴. 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘭 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩, 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘧𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘧 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘦𝘥, 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸 𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦.

Interestingly the term ‘ergot’ originates from the old French word for a rooster’s spur, ‘argot’.