Neuse River Equine Hospital

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! We are truly thankful for the support of our clients and friends !
Our office is closed until Monday morning to allow our Doctors and staff to celebrate with their families. If you have an emergency,just call the office number for help ! 919-365-6044

11/26/2025

If you weren't able to join the live EHV-1 Updates webinar last night, be sure to take advantage of our on-demand recording. Please remember that the situation is evolving rapidly and the best place to get up-to-date information is the Equine Disease Communication Center's website, or ask your local veterinarian!

You can find the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XzuuYmIEQY

Thank you to our speakers for joining us and providing all of this invaluable information.

11/26/2025

In the midst of the ongoing outbreak of EHV-1/EHM following the WPRA World Finals and Elite Barrel Race, US Equestrian understands that many horse owners are anxious to maintain their horses’ health and have a lot of questions about biosecurity and events. Dr. Katie Flynn, senior staff veterinarian at USEF, will be part of a webinar panel hosted by the American Association of Equine Practitioners on Nov. 25. USEF will also be offering its own webinar Monday, Dec. 1 at 3 p.m. Eastern for those who would like to tune in live.

If you're unable to tune in to the AAEP's webinar tonight, sign up for our Dec. 1 event and submit questions in advance at this link:
🔗 https://usef.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_F09Jr14rQB-Mw016SmjJDw

11/25/2025

Good information from an equine hospital in the “thick” of the EHM out.

11/22/2025

Proud of our mounted patrol patients 👏👏

11/22/2025

A chance to get good information!

In light of the current EHV-1 outbreak, the AAEP and the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) have organized a horse owner education webinar to bring you the most up to date information on this issue.

Next Tuesday, join specialists Lewis R. “Bud” Dinges (Texas Animal Health Commission Executive Director and Texas State Veterinarian), Dr. Krista Estell (AAEP/EDCC) and Dr. Katie Flynn (USEF) for an informative discussion about what EHV-1 is, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to prevent its spread.

This webinar is FREE, but registration is required. Register here: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AnIoJrASj0vuX7Q_K87mKEjg5bxeMAkqp7fpSoOgVtVm_Zgo1g5m~AiiV7ZQ3bbmlEW2iSkeRTSAfMCYf2QhFMoprr7WRbM_MsiJRcBGT1oLj0Q

*PLEASE NOTE: the attendee limit for this session is capped at 1,000. However, all who register will be emailed a link to an on-demand recording that will become available 24 hours after the live session ends.

11/21/2025

📣EHM Outbreak Update & Guidance

We know many of you are concerned about the recent equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM) outbreak related to rodeo and barrel shows in Texas and Oklahoma.

📣The good news: There are no reported cases in North Carolina or surrounding states at this time. Staying informed is important, but there is no need for alarm.

📣If your horse has recently traveled to Texas, Oklahoma, or attended events where EHV exposure may have occurred, please contact your veterinarian regarding quarantine, monitoring, and testing.

📣Planning to travel out of state with your horse?
Some states may implement temporary movement restrictions or new import requirements during this outbreak. You can contact the state vet you are traveling to or ask your veterinarian for help

📣How to stay informed:
Follow real-time case updates on the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC):

Updates on current disease outbreaks are listed here as they occur and will include the date listed, disease name, location and current status. Specific premises will not be named but the general location by town, county and state will be listed. When locations, events or horses are at risk they wil...

11/21/2025

State veterinary officials are asking horse owners in North Carolina to watch for symptoms of a highly contagious equine disease following diagnoses of multiple horses with Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy, the neurologic disease associated with Equine Herpes Virus. Cases were confirmed Nov. 9 by the Texas Animal Health Commission and the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry. Currently, there are no confirmed cases of EHV-1/EHM in North Carolina.

“I encourage all horse owners, veterinarians and event organizers to take this current outbreak seriously and implement procedures to prevent further spread of the virus,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “I encourage event sponsors to take all necessary precautions to prevent further spread of this virus and protect equine health. Given the nature of this virus and routes of transmission, and out of an abundance of caution, I strongly recommend canceling or postponing equine events if possible as the best method to protect horses from further exposure until such time as the extent of the current outbreak has been determined.”

Read more: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2025/11/20/ncdacs-asks-horse-owners-be-lookout-signs-equine-herpes-after-disease-outbreaks-multiple-states

11/20/2025

Current information on EHM situation in Texas and Oklahoma. Personal responsibility and biosecurity are critical in these situations. DO NOT take sick horses to a any horse gathering.
No need to panic. This is a reportable disease and there are no confirmed cases in NC or surrounding states.

11/19/2025

Although protein is normally listed as a nutrient, horses actually have a requirement for amino acids, the building blocks of protein, rather than for protein itself.

Protein is the least efficient energy source for your horse, so high protein does not automatically equal high energy. Carbohydrates, fats, and fiber are more readily digestible energy sources, so chances are a horse with too much energy is being fed more calories than the animal truly needs.

As always, remember that all horses have different nutritional needs based on age, stage of development, metabolism and workload. Be sure to work with your veterinarian to determine the correct protein and energy requirements for your equine friend based on your horse’s individual situation!
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Courtesy of the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee

11/14/2025

11/14/2025

We are celebrating one year of operation in our new hospital! Our sincere gratitude goes to our loyal clients and friends for their unwavering support.