Mazon Mobile Veterinary Service

06/08/2024

I will be out of town of Tuesday August 6-Saturday August 10. I will screen calls while away, but anything non-urgent I will return when I’m back! Thanks for understanding!

12/07/2024

Good info on how to keep our horse friends safe from the sun! ☀️☀️☀️

The summer heat and sun won't be letting up any time soon, so make sure your equine friends are adequately protected from harmful UV rays. ☀️

Hot summer weather puts horses at risk not only for dehydration and heat stress but also the skin damage and discomfort that accompany a sunburn— just like humans.

A lot of equestrians love some chrome on a horse, but it's important to remember that those beautiful white markings and the non-pigmented pink skin underneath are more likely to suffer from sunburn, especially in areas where the skin is more sensitive — like around the eyes and the nostrils.

In addition to the pain and discomfort, horses that are prone to recurrent sunburn may also face other long-term consequences, like the increased likelihood of developing squamous cell carcinoma (a common cancer).

If your horse is susceptible to sunburn, contact your veterinarian for more information about sun damage and recommendations to keep your horse protected this summer.

18/06/2024

📣📣📣 My first day back from maternity leave will be Monday, July 15th! 📣📣📣

Please be patient as I sift through all the texts and voicemails to get everything/everyone scheduled going forward! 🥰 Thank you for your patience and understanding!

03/06/2024

Exciting news to share!!! 💙💙💙

27/05/2024

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21/05/2024

⚠️⚠️Important!!!⚠️⚠️

I will not be scheduling as many appointments from this point forward and for the month of May. As advised by my doctor, it is time to slow down and take these last weeks to focus on baby getting here safely! I will be on maternity leave during May & June. Pending on how things go, I will update everyone after baby has arrived and am released from my doctor to be back out and about on farm calls again.

For those needing health certificates for fair season, please reach out EARLY if/when you need something so I can let you know if I will be able to physically make it out to do health checks, blood draws and get them written. I know it’s a busy time of year for all!

For established MMVS clients seeking consultation during this time, I will still be reachable by phone. Consultation fees will apply for all phone calls and text messages. Also, please make sure to get signed up for the online store/pharmacy—if you missed the welcome email, please reach out so I can resend it to you!

Thank you all for your continued support and understanding and hope to see you again soon!!

—Dr. Lowery & Baby Lowery 2 ❤️

13/05/2024

Hope all the mothers had a fantastic day!! 🐮🐄❤️

Happy Mother’s Day!

27/04/2024

Happy World Veterinary Day from AABP!

23/04/2024

Sun is out and the grass is green. Spring is here! How should you introduce your horses to spring grass pasture?

Slowly! Start with 15 minutes the first 3 days, and then add 15 minutes every 2 days. Once your horse comfortably grazing for 4 hours, then it can be turned out for the full day. This process helps prevent a large change in the horse's diet and can prevent colic.

Particularly for overweight and metabolic horses, we worry about overeating and laminitis (founder). Grazing muzzles are a great option for horses that like to overindulge. Also, these horses will benefit going out in the morning, while the sugar is stored closer to the root of the plant after the cold night. Both of these options will help limit the horse's sugar intake and avoid future issues.

05/04/2024

Check your inboxes for an invite to the online store/pharmacy please!! 👍🤗

31/03/2024

Happy Easter! Hope everyone had a wonderful day!!! ❤️🐣✝️

29/03/2024

For all established clients of MMVS with an active VCPR,

MMVS is switching platforms to be able to utilize an online store/pharmacy for all future online drug and medication orders. This online store/pharmacy will allow you to be able to order what you need with the convenience of it shipping directly to your farm. This will not only save me time and many phone calls, but be a better way of keeping track of online prescription orders all in one place as everything will come to me through an online platform to approve prior to shipping to you. The only exceptions going forward will be compounded medications or if there’s a product I’m unable to script out through the store.
I will be sending out welcome emails in the next week, so please be on the lookout for that!

Not sure what a VCPR is? Check out the link below to read more about it! At minimum, I must be on your farm once a year to be an established, active client with MMVS and in order to utilize the online store/pharmacy.
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/veterinarian-client-patient-relationship-vcpr

Happy Friday and hope everyone has a Happy Easter! 🐣🙏

20/03/2024

Spring has sprung! Which means…vaccination season is upon us as well!

If you are wondering what vaccinations your horse should receive, the answer is — There are no “one size fits all” vaccine recommendations. A veterinarian who knows your horse and your management system is your best resource to recommend what vaccines your equine friend should receive and with what frequency!

While vaccination does not prevent disease in all circumstances, a good immunization protocol minimizes the risk of infection and remains an essential component of responsible horse ownership. A vaccination appointment is also the perfect opportunity for a yearly check-up of your equine friend and a great way to catch any health concerns early.

If you have yet to contact your veterinarian about scheduling your horse's vaccinations, we encourage you to do it soon!

14/03/2024

⚠️⚠️ Update!! ⚠️⚠️

07/03/2024

Mark you calendars! Our next Client Education Meeting is 4/16/24 with the University of Illinois Farrier Service. Join us at 6:00pm at our Farmer City clinic to learn from Jacob Manning CJF. We will talk about how to communicate trim schedules and choosing correct hoof-wear for your horse with your farrier.

Would you wear your house slippers for a sprint? Probably not! So why should your horse have to. Whether your horse is a pasture puff, or performance horse, there is the "right slipper" out there for them!

Pizza will be provided! RSVP so we have enough by calling (309) 928-2127 or emailing [email protected].

01/03/2024

In honor of !! 🐴🐴🐴

17/02/2024

It's that time of year again! Does your horse need their yearly or 6 month dental exam? Does your horse show any of the signs listed below? If so, schedule an appointment with us by calling (309) 928-2127.

Any horse over the age of 5 should have a dental exam yearly, and any horse 18 or older should have a dental exam twice yearly. This is paired well with their spring vaccine appointment!

Floating teeth (dental examination and treatment) for horses is a medical procedure that should be done by a licensed veterinarian. Once the horse is sedated, equine dental exams include the placement of an oral speculum, visual examination of the oral cavity and associated structures, manual palpation, and diagnosis and treatment of mouth, teeth, and associated head structures.

31/01/2024

29/01/2024

Clients and friends of MMVS—

Wanted to give a life update as spring will look a little different for us this year due to some exciting news! 👶

We are expecting the arrival of our second baby around June 1, 2024! 🤰👶

What this means:
1. If wanting or needing anything routine(spring vaccines, Coggins, teeth floats, etc) please call/text to schedule EARLY spring. I will be working up until baby decides to arrive and trying to get as many things done as I can before the end of May is here as long as I’m feeling good.
2. I will likely be on maternity leave adjusting to being a mom of 2 towards the end of May and most of June but will be available by phone if established clients need consults, pick up meds, etc.
3. I will update everyone when I officially go on maternity leave as well as letting you know when I’m able to be back out on the truck doing calls again!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out and thanks for your continued support as always! ❤️

23/01/2024

MMVS cute patient alert! How cute are these triplets with their momma?! Click “like” to show them some love!

22/01/2024

We had 3 dystocias last night and the owners did a great job getting them to us! The best possible outcomes when you act quickly!

21/01/2024

FUN FACT FRIDAY! Are you familiar with the many adaptations that help your horse stay warm during the cold winter months?

🌾 Hindgut digestion of hay produces the most heat, acting as a small furnace inside of the horse. This is why free choice, good quality hay is so important in the winter.

💪 Horses have a huge muscle mass and muscle activity produces heat. This includes running and playing and even shivering if their body temperature starts to drop. It is important to remember that these activities also will result in a bigger caloric demand so free choice hay and in some cases, grain, is often needed.

🧥 To blanket or not to blanket is a constant debate but either way, as it starts to get cold your horse will grow a thicker coat. If you decide to leave your horse unblanketed you may notice that they look “fluffy”. This is due to a phenomenon called piloerection where the hair stands up to better trap air within. Two layers of the coat also help with warmth. The inner layer is softer and has air pockets to create an insulating layer. The outer layer is coarse and has oils that keep moisture from penetrating the insulating layer and keep the horse warm.

⚖️ Wild horses go into the winter heavier than ideal and the fat serves as an extra layer of insulation. However, if a horse is going to be kept heavily blanketed and in a barn during the cold weather months this is unnecessary and can lead to obesity related issues.

🦵Their distal limbs (below the knees and hocks) are made of mostly bones and tendons, tissues that are resistant to the cold temperatures.

🦶The hooves have an alternative route of blood circulation through larger vessels that can be used in low temperatures. This is why horses can stand in snow without detrimental effects.

👃A horse’s nose has a robust blood supply and is rounded so that it is less susceptible to frostbite than a human’s nose.
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Courtesy of the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee

01/01/2024

Had to share this one!! 😂🎊🐑

31/12/2023

Happy New Year to everyone!! Thank you for all the support in 2023 and looking forward to what 2024 brings!!! 🥳🎉🎊

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas to everyone!! 🎄🎅❤️

'Tis the season - Merry Christmas!

21/12/2023

Water remains as important for your horse in cold weather as it is in the summer. As a matter of fact, decreased water consumption in the winter is thought to be the primary inducing factor for impaction colic — although there are other predisposing factors such as poor hay quality, lack of exercise, internal parasites and dental problems.

Impaction colic is essentially constipation and most often includes the accumulation of hard, dry f***l material in the colon. The usual signs of impending impaction colic are depression, a decreased appetite, and decreased production and dryness of manure.

Studies demonstrate that you can increase your horse's winter water consumption if you provide access to heated water, but ONLY if that is the only source of water available. As always, if you have any questions about preventing colic in your horse, your local veterinarian remains your best source of information!

14/12/2023

Happy National Day of the Horse! 🐴🐎🏇

When you're a horse doctor and/or a horse person, every day is . But even so, are we really going to turn down an easy excuse to celebrate our favorite animals and the many ways they make our lives better?!

Here’s to horses, and to the professionals who dedicate their body (literally!) and soul to keeping our equine friends healthy!