Taylor Equine Hospital

10/19/2022

Extra love and appreciation for our veterinary technicians this week!
Happy Vet Tech Week!

09/07/2022

Big News!
We are sad to announce that our senior equine veterinarian and acupuncturist Dr. Mike Stanford and his wife Jana our Office Manager will be leaving Taylor Veterinary Hospital to move out of state to be closer to their family. We consider them both family and are sad to see them leave but are so grateful for the time and friendships they have built with our company.
With Dr. Stanford no longer practicing with us, our equine hospital will continue to maintain Dr. Rebecca Curry as our main veterinarian. Until we find a replacement veterinarian for Dr. Stanford our appointment and after hours availability will be less than what our clients are accustomed to.
We will have after hours emergency services available 50% of the week and appointment availability four days per week and some Saturdays. On days where we do not have emergency availability we will be referring to other local emergency practices for equine care. Thank you all for your understanding and patience during this transition period.

04/14/2022

Dr. Stanford and Dr. Curry repaired this patient’s tendon after the horse kicked through a fence… OUCH!

Because of the difficulty of the location of the wound and how young he his, they placed him under general anesthesia to perform the repair.

03/25/2022

Only a few days left in March to take advantage of our Spring Special
20% off floats, vaccines, sheath cleanings and f***l egg counts.
Call now to get in for some savings!

03/07/2022

Red Flags to keep an eye out for:
* Horse did not eat feed from the morning
* No manure from the day in the stall
* Horse is pawing at the ground, seems uncomfortable
*Horse is continuously rolling/getting up and down

These could be signs your horse is colicing, best course of action is to trailer them into the hospital for treatment where we have all the tools and equipment needed to treat and hospitalized them if needed

03/04/2022

EHV Horse Owner Meeting
Due to the current EHV outbreak in Southern California, Boehringer Ingelheim will be hosting a virtual horse owner meeting (you are welcome to join too if interested!) next Thursday, March 10th at 5:30 PM. The presentation will be given by Dr. Robert Keene, BI Professional Services Veterinarian, on this important topic with plenty of time to answer questions!

Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82920454452
Or One tap mobile :
US: +16699009128,,82920454452 # or +12532158782,,82920454452 #
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 669 900 9128 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 558 8656
Webinar ID: 829 2045 4452

02/13/2022

We had a great day at our barn clinic this weekend ! Nothing better than some good Mexican food after a hard days work

01/21/2022

Our equine department is in need of an assistant with a background in the equine industry. Applicant should have direct horse handling experience. Preferable applicants will be in school or completed a pre-vet or vet tech equine program. This position is part-time, approximately 3 days per week. Schedule will include rotating weekends. Please email your resume to [email protected]

11/18/2021

Thank you Dr. Stanford for your presentation on Modern Day Chinese Medicine for your Pet
We learned so much!

11/13/2021

All creatures can get acupuncture, including Alpacas! Thanks for the session Dr. Stanford

10/29/2021

Dr. Stanford will be talking about Modern Day Chinese Medicine for your Pet on November 17th at 6:30pm. This talk is inclusive of horses, dogs and cats. He will be discussing holistic therapy options as well as acupuncture. If you are interested or would like to learn more please register at the link below. We are excited to see you all!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8NSK7W3

10/18/2021

Happy Vet Tech Week to our amazing team! We could not provide quality care without you

10/04/2021

Got a quick question but don't want to wait on hold on the phone?
Download our PetPro Connect app petproconnect.com/records and set up your horse's account with us! This is a free app that lets you send quick texts to us for things like appointment requests, prescription refills, or just a question. We want to make it easier for you to communicate with our office.
Download the app then give us a call so we can send you you your invite code

10/01/2021

Another day, another laceration, Dr. Curry is here to save the day!

09/07/2021

Pumpkin spice season has officially begun (according to Starbucks anyway), and it is time to start thinking about fall vaccines. Not every horse needs them, but we do recommend bi-annual vaccination for Equine Herpes Virus (rhinopneumonitis) and Influenza for those horses that are going to competitions or are housed at boarding facilities with horses coming and going off the premises.
These viruses are transmitted in nasal secretions and spread by horse-to-horse contact and contaminated equipment. Both EHV and Influenza can cause respiratory disease that can take your horse out of competition for several weeks, but EHV can also manifest in other ways such as late term abortions and neurologic disease (Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy). The previously mentioned bi-annual vaccine provides protection against Flu and the respiratory form of EHV. Pregnant mares are given a special type of vaccine called “Pneumabort K” at 5, 7, and 9 months of pregnancy to protect against abortion. At this time, no vaccine provides protection against the neurologic form of EHV, so proper distancing of horses at events and avoiding shared equipment and water sources is strongly advised.

08/30/2021

Horse owner meeting tomorrow! Tuesday August 31st at 6pm PST presented by Boehringer Ingelheim
Click here to register: https://boehringer.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gYnBZ7afQcWwgPcd6gsRoQ

Boehringer Ingelheim

06/23/2021

Have peace of mind for your horse by enrolling them in Platinum Performance's Colic Coverage Program. Get anywhere from $8000-$10,000 of colic surgery reimbursement by keeping your horse on platinum wellness products and annual wellness services. It's that easy!

https://www.platinumperformance.com/horses/platinumcoliccoverage.html

The complimentary Platinum Colic Coverage program reimburses you for the cost of colic surgery up to $10,000 and combines wellness services with supplementation for a healthier horse.

03/03/2021

We couldn’t resist some great photos in the almond blossoms

Shoutout to our amazing doctors Dr. Curry & Dr. Stanford!

03/01/2021

Save money on your Prascend or Equioxx medication with BI's online rebate website!

02/27/2021

Whether you have a mare or a stallion, cooled or frozen semen, Taylor Equine Hospital can meet all of your equine reproduction needs from start to finish. Pictured, Dr. Stanford is discussing Dolly’s breeding soundness and how to prepare her for artificial insemination in early summer.

02/24/2021

Platinum Skin & Allergy in stock! Helps your horse with seasonal skin or respiratory allergies.
Call or stop by to pick up!

02/10/2021

Dr. Stanford and Dr. Curry are available Monday-Saturday for wellness checkups for your horse. Have a question about their coat, feed, feet, teeth etc?
We have answers!
Don’t forget we are offering 20% off floats, vaccines, sheath cleanings, and f***l testing for in house appointments right now!

01/11/2021

It’s float and vaccine season!
We are offering our annual special:
20% off floats, vaccines, sheath cleanings and f***l testing for in clinic appointments.
Call us to schedule (209) 669-8600

09/02/2020

Our patient Magic Man is enjoying the Grand Canyon today! What a beautiful view

08/23/2020

Let’s hear it for the pack mules!

07/16/2020

Happy National I ❤️ Horses Day! Having an equine friend has many perks — and the list now includes "low COVID-19 risk." Like we needed one more reason to love horses. :) Looking forward to seeing everyone's pictures!

Credit: OTTBs with Friends of Ferdinand Inc.

05/04/2020

Happy May the 4th!

04/25/2020

Today we celebrate World Veterinary Day!
“Veterinarians, in their role as advocates for animal health and welfare, have a responsibility as well as the opportunity to safeguard our environment for future generations,” ~ AVMA.org

04/13/2020

¡La temporada de reproducción está sobre nosotros! ¿Sabías que las yeguas preñadas requieren una serie especial de vacunas? Una serie de vacunas Pneumabort K a los 5, 7 y 9 meses de embarazo ayuda a proteger contra el ab**to tardío causado por el virus del herpes equino 1. A los 10 meses, la yegua debe ser vacunada contra la encefalitis equina oriental, la encefalitis equina occidental, el virus del Nilo occidental (west nile) y tétano. Esta vacuna de 4 -way de 10 meses ayuda a asegurar que el calostro de la yegua tenga suficiente anticuerpo para transferir inmunidad a la cría cuando nazca. Todas estas vacunas se ofrecen como parte de nuestro paquete de preparto.

04/08/2020

Breeding season is upon us! Did you know that pregnant mares require a special series of vaccinations? A series of Pneumabort K vaccines at 5, 7, & 9 months of pregnancy helps protect against late term abortion caused by Equine Herpes Virus 1. At 10 months, the mare should be vaccinated against Easter Equine Encephalitis, Western Equine Encephalitis, West Nile Virus, and Tetanus. This 10 month 4-way vaccine helps ensure the mare's colostrum has enough antibody to transfer immunity to the foal when it is born. All of these vaccines are offered as a part of our pre-foaling package.

04/01/2020

Here are some great COVID-19 Barn Safety Tips for you

TIPS FOR EQUINE BUSINESSES DURING COVID-19

With the recommendations from the CDC, requirements put in place by some states, and the general fear in the United States, horse businesses are being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and facing some unique challenges.

Some of the important things to remember are:
• Use common sense: horse folks are familiar with biosecurity and disease spread, we just need to apply this knowledge to humans. Think "strangles protocol"!
• Be prepared to enforce some restrictions and some changes to your barn policies until the pandemic has passed.
• Protecting your health and the health of your staff, family and clients is paramount during this time.
• Have a plan in place for the number of essential staff required to look after the horses’ minimum needs, and provide frequent updates to both clients and employees.
• Horse owners should have alternate plans in place for the care of their horses if they themselves become sick and self-isolate or become hospitalized. If you have no one to help look after your horses, then the CDC recommends that you wash
your hands before and after caring for your animals, as well as wear a face mask while handling them until you are cleared by your health care professional.
• The AVMA has stated that infectious disease experts and multiple international and domestic human and animal health organizations agree there is no evidence at this point to indicate that pets become ill with COVID-19 or that they spread it to other animals, including people. However, out of an abundance of caution, it is recommended that those ill with COVID-19 limit contact with animals until more information is known about the virus.

Our friends at Stable Management Magazine pulled together some tips and ideas that might help you manage this uncertain time; you can read the full article at https://stablemanagement.com/articles/tips-for-equine-businesses-during-covid-19?fbclid=IwAR0NaxOnIeSX3C3SIEo9StEuCr9rFRkPUkvcCLdk9WFcHus4W4il6D4YAxE.

Please remember that this is a rapidly evolving situation and information may change.
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03/27/2020

The world is on stall rest; finally in terms we can understand!

03/17/2020

Due to the current Coronavirus outbreak and safety precaution measures, we are postponing our Stall Side Chat on Lameness until further notice.
Thank you for understanding

03/16/2020

We will continue to be open for your horse's medical needs. At this time if you are feeling ill, we ask that you reschedule your horse's non-urgent appointments to another time. We also ask to refrain from hand shaking with our team in order to continue to keep them healthy and able to work. If you need to pick up a prescription and are feeling ill or not comfortable coming into the lobby, please call us from your car and we can bring your items out to you.
Thank you for understanding

03/12/2020

02/27/2020

Come one, come all! Our next Stall Side Chat is scheduled for Wednesday April 1st at 6pm. Dr. Mike Stanford will be talking about lameness. This is a free event so feel free to invite a friend!

02/05/2020

La Grange residents! We will be at Mariposa Event Center Saturday February 15th for a float & vaccine clinic. Floats, vaccines & sheath cleanings are 20% off and no ranch call fee. Spots are limited so call Mariposa Event Center to sign up

01/28/2020

Have you ever wondered what your horse's Body Condition Score means? Here's a chart to help you understand what that score means for your horse

01/26/2020

Enjoyed they day at one of our client’s barn vaccinating and floating 30 horses!
Our Spring Special gives you 20% savings on floats, vaccines, sheath cleanings and f***l egg counts