Heritage Equine Clinic

12/08/2024

We’re so glad to welcome Dr. Tom Pryor to our team! Please help us welcome him, he’s a true horseman and skilled veterinarian.

Experienced equine veterinarians in Northern Denver providing comprehensive care with compassion.

18/07/2024

Handy reference for watching equestrian sports at the Olympics starting next Saturday! 🐴

https://www.facebook.com/share/LBXDTbYFXUckLt8p/?mibextid=WC7FNe

🐎🏅 Ready to ride into history! Counting down the days to witness grace, power, and teamwork at the 2024 Equestrian Olympics! 🌟 Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating these incredible athletes.

12/12/2023

Introducing our youngest employee, Adalyn Luedke. She’s learning how to evaluate radiographs 😅😅

01/10/2023

Come join us at Tomora Training Center for the Tomora Horse Trials show jumping today! Thanks to Summit Show Jumps for making a beautiful jump for us 🥰 Dr Chelsea Luedke has 2 rides today- wish her good luck! 🍀

12/05/2023

Rain, flood, or shine- we’ll do our best to make it out to you!!

30/04/2023

Our own Dr. Chelsea Luedke was honored to be a part of the team rooting for Dani Sussman and Aspire Eventing and Bravi! A weekend filled with fun supporting an extremely talented horse and rider combo!! Excited to see their next big steps!

18/02/2023

Beautiful day for Eventing! ☀️

04/02/2023

We already have a few healthy foals "on the ground" this year! Make sure you're prepared if your mare is foaling out soon, here are some helpful tips from Dr. Bret Luedke:

Foaling is the process of giving birth to a foal and is a special time for any horse owner. Whether you are an experienced breeder or a first-time foaler, it is important to understand the process of foaling and how to provide the best care for your mare and her new foal. Before Foaling: Preparation...

03/02/2023

Dr. Chelsea Luedke will be available for limited appointments in Ocala and Wellington from February 17th through March 5th. Contact us at 303-578-5898 to schedule an appointment!

01/02/2023

A great reminder for horse owners- resist the urge to pull the nail and call us!

DID YOU KNOW?

Puncture wounds in the foot qualify as medical emergencies, due to the amount of vital structures just beneath the sole that can be physically damaged and/or contaminated with bacteria when they are penetrated by a sharp object.

If your horse steps on a nail or other sharp object and it remains embedded in the hoof, resist the temptation to pull the nail out and consult with your veterinarian first. Leaving the nail in place will allow the vet to take x-rays of the foot before removal, which helps to identify exactly what structures have been penetrated, and to plan the most appropriate strategy for dealing with the situation.

If your veterinarian advises, carefully remove the nail to prevent the horse from stepping on it and driving it deeper into the hoof cavity. As you remove it, be sure to mark the exact point and depth of entry with tape and/or a marker so the veterinarian can assess the extent of damage. Apply antiseptic to the wound, and wrap to prevent additional contamination while you wait for your appointment.

Penetrating hoof wounds can be extremely serious and shouldn’t be underestimated. The prognosis for successful recovery depends on quick action to identify the path of the nail, treatment of potential infection and mechanical damage to the foot, and proper aftercare. As always, consult your horse doctor for more information and advice!

16/12/2022

More information about the outbreak in multiple states, seems to be Top of the Rockies brand but that hasn’t been confirmed yet. Bags were made in Colorado so check your bags!

INFECTIOUS DISEASE ALERT!

Horse owners and equine veterinarians should be warned about a *suspected* botulism outbreak in Louisiana. Since Dec. 3, 15 horses have become acutely ill at a Quarter Horse breeding farm in Vermilion Parish County, Louisiana; 12 of them died or were euthanized due to rapid decline. A preliminary investigation into the incident suggests that alfalfa cubes contaminated with dead animal carcasses and produced in Colorado are the suspected culprit.

Botulism guidelines are available on the AAEP website athttps://aaep.org/sites/default/files/2021-02/BOTULISM_Final.pdf

If your horse is exhibiting any neurologic symptoms without any signs of precipitating conditions, contact your veterinarian immediately!

11/12/2022

Alert! Colorado horse owners- preliminary news from multiple states is coming through with horses having a botulism-like disease after consuming alfalfa cubes made in Colorado.

If you’re feeding alfalfa cubes (of any brand) at this point, we would advise you hold off on feeding them until more information is available. If you see signs of weakness or your horse being unable to stand, please call us at 303-578-5898 for an emergency visit.

19/11/2022

Dr. Bret Luedke is in San Antonio and ran the wetlab portion of the AAEP 68th Annual Convention & Trade Show yesterday which was a big success!

28/10/2022

Had a very cute helper today for radiographs- glad he wasn’t all black 🐈‍⬛ Happy Halloween to all! 🎃

18/10/2022

It's National Veterinary Technician Week! Thank you to Liz, our wonderful technician and jack of all trades. She works hard to make sure all horses get the care they need as well as make sure our doctors stay on track! Make sure to say thank you to our hard working techs and interns ❤️

29/07/2022

Here are a few FAQs we get about flexion tests!

15/07/2022

We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Dr. Dave Sievers. He had a huge impact in the veterinary community and will be greatly missed.

11/07/2022

Our awesome technician Liz had some extra help today from a very curious horse! 🤣🐴

26/06/2022

It's this guy's birthday today! Check out his riding form!

17/06/2022

Has your horse mastered Downward Dog Pose yet??! 😂 Happy Friday!

15/06/2022

Nasal discharge can be an indicator of numerous contagious or non-contagious conditions! It is always a good idea to call your veterinarian for guidance and often times isolating affected horses is recommended.

30/05/2022

We honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in their service to our country and to their families.

23/05/2022

Meet Chica! She’s a yearling mule that Dr. Chelsea had the pleasure of vaccinating on Friday during our May snowstorm. Her and her herdmate Bella were just the best mules!

20/05/2022

It’s May 20th right??! We’re not complaining about moisture but come on Colorado!

20/05/2022

Allergy season is here already!

Hives can be difficult to manage in horses as they’re an outward sign of allergies – ranging from environmental allergens (contact, inhaled), food sensitivity, and of course insects. Treatment is often achieved with multiple modes of therapy. Contact us if you have questions about your horse’s potential allergies!

14/05/2022

Happy Birthday, Dr. Chelsea! Hope you have an awesome day!🥳

05/05/2022

Congratulations, Dani Mayberry, for winning our anniversary giveaway! Thank you to everyone who participated!💜

01/05/2022

Happy Anniversary!🐴

Drs. Bret and Chelsea started Heritage Equine Clinic five years ago! We truly love what we do and to celebrate we are doing a ⭐️giveaway⭐️!
We are giving away a Heritage Equine swag bag full of fun products for you and your horse!💜

The winner is picked this Wednesday at 4pm – here is how to enter, double entry for doing both!
-tag a friend
-share the post

28/04/2022

Dr. Chelsea is using a lower limb cast to serve as a bandage cast (once its cut in half) which can be essential for large or difficult wounds.

20/04/2022

Check out this helpful article about the sugar levels in your pasture and the best grazing times for horses with EMS & Cushing's!
https://thehorse.com/170199/pasture-grass-sugar-levels-when-are-they-lowest/

Grass sugar content fluctuates with the time of day, season, and weather. Timing pasture access for horses with EMS, IR, or a history of laminitis can help prevent serious problems.