Mobile Veterinary Services, LLC

06/06/2026

Dr. Baird's heart belongs to the Idaho back country. Born and raised in Idaho, he earned a living guiding white water and as an outfitter in the Frank Church Wilderness Area before becoming an equine veterinarian.
Dr. Baird has been licensed in both Idaho and Colorado since 2002 and added Wyoming and Montana over the years. Back Country medicine is a passion. Each year for the last 24 years he has traveled to the Flying B Ranch, on the middle fork of the Salmon River to do preventative medicine for the back country herd. 7 years ago we added students to the mix, giving 4th year veterinary students hands on experience they won't find in school or during any externship.
During this year's trip Dr. Baird also added a stop at Mystic Saddles in Stanley,ID to teach back country equine first aid to land based guides, hosted by The Redside Foundation.
Mobile Vet is committed to Educating for better horse health at home and for the greater equine community.

06/05/2026

We have been watching this for months. The impact on US cattle business will be significant. It is likely to impact the equine industry as well, because horses are susceptible.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has provided an important update on New World Screwworm which has been detected in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas. Read the full press release here: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-presence-new-world-screwworm-united-states

General information about New World Screwworm (NWS) can be found in the text below and in the attached infographic.

The adult screwworm fly is about the size of a common housefly (or slightly larger), with orange eyes, a metallic blue or green body, and three dark stripes along its back. It gets its name from the behavior of its larvae (maggots) as they burrow (screw) into the wound, feeding as they go. The maggots (larvae) cause extensive damage by tearing at the hosts’ tissue with sharp mouth hooks. The wound can quickly become enlarged and deeper as more maggots hatch and feed on living tissue.

Because they feed on live flesh, NWS maggots may burrow deep into wounds or openings, while other species of maggots may appear around the outer surface of the wound. In addition, even the smallest wounds have the potential to attract flies, so it is imperative that you keep a close eye on your animals for any signs of wounds.

Lastly, NWS infestations are a reportable disease! Immediately report any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations to a local accredited veterinarian, your State Animal Health Official, or a USDA veterinarian.

For more information, reference this resource from the U.S. Department of Agriculture: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/stop-screwworm

05/25/2026

The freedoms we enjoy in this great country came at a cost. To the men and women that laid down their lives, we remember and to their families, we say Thank You!

05/25/2026

The MVS docs are here to care for your horses day and night. We never want to see you for emergencies, but if you own a horse you know they have a knack for hurting themselves.

Laceration repairs are a favorite of Dr. Baird, which is good because he had 2 big repairs today!

A laceration repair begins with a wound exam, followed by clipping the area and cleaning the wound to remove all debris. This may include irrigating the wound with sterile saline and manually removing pieces of hair and other foreign bodies. After thoroughly cleaning the area and investigating the damage, a plan for repair is made.

Both of today's laceration were repaired by suturing, with a simple interrupted pattern to minimize the risk of complete wound dehiscence. In the case of these 2 lacerations, the end of the flap was at the bottom, which helps with fluid drainage and to keep blood flow to the point of the flap, allowing for better healing.

05/23/2026

Catching a placenta in the barn isn't quite the same as catching a human placenta in the hospital, but the examination is just as important!

Dr. Baird took a look at this fresh placenta this morning. He is looking for indication of stress, such as meconium staining or placenta abnormalities such as thickening or discoloration. Also important is the recognition that the entirety of the placenta is present and no remnants were left in the mare's uterus.

05/23/2026

Oh.... we love fresh new foals. This healthy little fella is about 13 hours new! That birthing process is exhausting so he is having a nice snooze!

05/21/2026

Loving this beautiful Colorado day, working on ponies in Pine.

05/09/2026

FLY CONTROL!!!!!

VSV is confirmed in Colorado.

Best line of defense is fly control. Manure control. Clean pens, clean runs, clean properties. Fly traps, fly predators, fly feed through. Anything you can do to mitigate flies.

Fly Control = reduced opportunities for infection.

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...

05/08/2026

MVS docs love donkeys.

05/08/2026

Today is World Donkey Day!

First stop of the day was to see Henry. Henry wasn't as excited to see Dr. Baird as we were to see Henry!