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Starwood Equine Veterinary Services, Inc.

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Starwood Equine Veterinary Services, Inc.

Starwood Equine provides comprehensive veterinary care and health management planning services for your equine partner and athlete.

Starwood Equine Veterinary Services provides comprehensive veterinary care and health management planning services for your equine partner and athlete. We believe the path to horse health and wellness begins with personalized, accessible care. Our philosophy is by working together with owners, riders, trainers and equine specialists, we will be able to optimize performance, preventing injury and maintaining overall wellness.

07/01/2025

We’re Hiring!

Starwood Equine is seeking a veterinary technician or assistant to join our Peninsula team. Our ambulatory practice is built on personalized, team-based care, supporting equine patients at every stage of health and performance.

We take pride in creating meaningful roles for our support staff by implementing technician utilization strategies that promote professional development and long-term growth within our practice.

If you’re confident around horses and thrive in a team environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more at www.starwoodequine.com/employment

06/28/2025

When managing Insect Bite Hypersensitivity (IBH), topical support can be a valuable part of a broader care strategy that includes environmental management and veterinary guidance.

EquiShield IBH is formulated specifically for horses experiencing IBH flare-ups. Its salve and spray options contain chlorhexidine to support skin hygiene, hydrocortisone to reduce inflammation, and pramoxine to help relieve itching. Citronella oil offers a natural deterrent to insects while helping to soothe irritated skin.

If your horse is dealing with seasonal flare-ups or lesions from insect bites, the Starwood Equine team can help determine whether EquiShield IBH is a good fit for your horse’s individualized care plan.

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06/26/2025

Insect bite hypersensitivity (IBH), also known as sweet itch, is one of the most common allergic skin diseases diagnosed in horses. It is caused by an overactive immune response to the saliva of biting insects, primarily Culicoides midges (gnats/no-see-ums).

If your horse struggles with seasonal itching or skin changes, a veterinary evaluation is important to confirm diagnosis and rule out other causes. Effective management starts with a tailored plan based on your horse’s specific needs.

06/25/2025

Besides being very irritating, it's important to remember that some insects can spread infection and disease to your horse (and, in some cases, to you as well).

Being proactive in insect control can help reduce the risks. Check out this infographic from for some suggestions to get you started.

If you’re interested in reading more about external parasites and vector control, comprehensive guidelines are available on the AAEP website at bit.ly/aaep-externalparasite.

06/23/2025

Hitting the trails or stepping into the show ring, we love seeing our patients (big and small) doing what they love. Tag us so we can follow along with your summer adventures!

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06/20/2025

We love to see the in action!

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06/18/2025

What are your feeding and hydration practices when it comes to transporting your equine partner? Here are some things to consider:

- Hydration is crucial for maintaining normal body functions and regulating body temperature. Make sure your horse starts the trip well-hydrated and has a plan to stay hydrated while traveling and at the destination.

- If a horse refuses to drink during a rest stop, keep offering water throughout the break. Bringing water from home and using familiar buckets can encourage drinking.

- Feeding hay (not grain) before loading can help buffer stomach acid. Hay digests slowly and stimulates thirst, so always pair forage with regular access to clean water.

- For trips scheduled to take six hours or longer, it is recommended to provide hay in the trailer. For trips shorter than six hours, it’s generally best not to feed during travel.

- If feeding during travel, offer soaked hay, steamed hay, or soaked hay cubes to reduce dust and mold exposure. Be mindful that soaking in hot weather can encourage mold on long trips; steaming is an alternative that reduces both dust and potential pathogens.

- Horses fed during transport should be watered at least every four hours, or every two hours in hot/humid conditions.

- Whenever possible, limit continuous hauling to under 12 hours at a time.

Research is ongoing, and every horse is different, adjust these strategies to suit each horse and trip for the best results.

06/17/2025

Traveling with your horse? Here are a few important tips to help ensure their health and welfare on the road. While this list isn’t exhaustive, the team at Starwood Equine is always here for more personalized recommendations!

• Manage Feed and Water Carefully
Inadequate access to food and water during transport can lead to colic, gastric ulcers, and heat stress. Make sure your horse is well-hydrated and fed before the trip, during regular rest stops, and immediately upon arrival.

• Stay Up to Date on Vaccinations
Ensure your horse is immunized against respiratory pathogens to reduce the risk of illness during travel.

• Schedule Proper Rest
Your horse should be well-rested before the journey, given breaks during transport, and have time to recover once at the destination.

• Ventilation is Key
Use a well-ventilated trailer to help prevent respiratory issues and overheating.

• Drive Mindfully
Travel with care—avoid texting, eating, or driving when fatigued. Smooth, attentive driving provides a safer, more comfortable trip for your horse and helps minimize stress or injury.

06/16/2025

While many snakes are harmless, rattlesnake bites can be dangerous and cause serious, sometimes life-threatening medical complications for your horse. Knowing what to expect if your horse is bitten can help you and your veterinarian respond quickly and effectively.

We hope you and your horses never cross paths with a rattlesnake, but if it happens, our latest blog post explains what treatment involves and how the Starwood Equine team can help: bit.ly/SWblog-rattlesnakes

06/14/2025

One of the side effects of the heat for some horses is the inability to sweat properly. This condition, called anhidrosis, can be dangerous as it compromises a horse's ability to thermoregulate, even in weather that doesn’t seem particularly hot, putting them at a higher risk of heat stress.

The cause is not fully understood yet; it is more prevalent in the hot and humid regions of the southeastern United States and the Gulf states, but it is also widely reported elsewhere during the summer, particularly during heat waves. Studies have revealed no age, s*x, breed, or color predisposition, and this condition can affect any horse in varying degrees.

If your horse has a high respiratory rate and does not seem to tolerate turnout on hot days, be sure to discuss it with your veterinarian. Signs may include patchy or absent sweating, poor heat tolerance, and a decreased ability to perform during work.

Until a long-term plan is in place, careful management is key to keeping your horse comfortable and safe. Work the horse during the coolest parts of the day, provide shade, safe barn fans and misters if possible, and know that for some horses, moving to a cooler and less humid climate may be the only effective solution.

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06/12/2025

Horses, like most animals, are susceptible to heat stress, but there are numerous factors that can play a role in the development of clinical signs. Horses that are obese, dehydrated, very old, or very young may be at an increased risk.

Also, horses with an underlying condition such as a current illness, or a chronic condition like Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID or Cushing's disease) or anhidrosis (inability to sweat properly) may require close monitoring.

Heat exhaustion should not be underestimated as it can advance to heat stroke quickly, so remain vigilant while you enjoy some fun in the sun with your equine partner. If heat stroke is suspected, call your veterinarian immediately; it’s a medical emergency.

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1725 Woodside Road
Woodside, CA
94062

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16502753091

Website

http://starwoodequine.com/

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