Grau Veterinary Services

30/06/2025

26/06/2025

🚨 Livestock Alert: New World Screwworm 🚨

New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a serious threat to livestock in the United States. This fly lays eggs in wounds (even small ones like insect bites or navels), and the hatching larvae feed on living tissue, leading to deep, expanding wounds.

👀 What to look for:
• Sudden, foul-smelling wounds
• Constant discomfort, animals rubbing or biting at wounds
• Creamy-white larvae in the wound

If you see any suspicious wounds, contact your veterinarian or your state animal health official immediately. Early detection and treatment can save lives and prevent further spread.

📚 Learn more:
https://www.fdacs.gov/Agriculture-Industry/Pests-and-Diseases/Animal-Pests-and-Diseases/New-World-Screwworm

Let’s stay vigilant and keep our herds safe! 🐂🐄🐐🐑

09/06/2025

We Are Closed!

A reminder that Dr. Grau is out of town and will not be providing services until June 25th, 2025.

Please visit our website to request appointments for next month.

www.grauvetservices.com

03/06/2025

Let’s Talk Equine Dentistry!

Just like us, horses need regular dental care to stay healthy and comfortable. A proper dental exam and float can make a world of difference in your horse’s performance, weight maintenance, and behavior.

🔍 Why is Equine Dentistry Important?
Horses’ teeth continuously erupt throughout their lives. Uneven wear, sharp enamel points, or dental abnormalities can cause:
• Difficulty chewing and weight loss
• Dropping feed (quidding)
• Head tossing, bit resistance, or poor performance
• Mouth pain and infection

📋 Steps for a Safe and Complete Dental Exam & Float:
1. History & Exam – We start with a thorough health check and history to assess any signs of dental discomfort.
2. Sedation – sedation keeps your horse calm and ensures a safe, stress-free exam. It is essential to sedate a horse to perform a thorough exam, do not fall for no-sedation practices. At minimum, your horse will not receive the care it needs. At worst, your horse can hurt itself or those around.
3. Speculum Placement – A full-mouth speculum allows safe access to all teeth for a complete visual and tactile exam.
4. Floating – We use power or hand tools to gently smooth sharp points and correct any imbalances in the bite.
5. Further Diagnostics – If needed, we check for loose or infected teeth, and may recommend radiographs or additional care.
6. Aftercare – We provide guidance on when your horse can return to eating and work, plus any follow-up needs.

🗓️ Most horses benefit from annual dental exams, though some (like seniors or those with known issues) may need more frequent care.

Questions about your horse’s dental health? Give us a call/texf at 📞 954-599-2887 or visit 🌐 www.grauvetservices.com to schedule a dental appointment today!

**thank you to this great mare for posing for the picture

03/06/2025

29/05/2025

22/05/2025

📢 Clinic Closure Notice 📢

Grau Veterinary Services will be closed from June 7th to June 24th.

During this time, we will not be available for appointments, phone calls, or messages. If you have a livestock emergency while we are away, please contact the University of Florida Large Animal Hospital at (352) 392-2229.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support!

— Dr. Grau
🐄🐑🐎 www.grauvetservices.com | 954-599-2887

Covering Leon, Jefferson, Gadsden, and Wakulla Counties in North Florida. Schedule an appointment today!

12/05/2025

Sharp Objects Around Cattle

Working around cattle means always staying alert — not just to the animals, but to your tools, too! Sharp objects like scalpels, needles, wire cutters, and even broken fencing can cause serious injuries to you and your livestock.

Here are a few key reminders:
• Keep tools organized and out of reach when not in use.
• Always dispose of needles and sharps properly in designated containers.
• Inspect your work area regularly for broken or protruding metal, wire, or glass.
• Use protective gloves and gear when handling sharp instruments or equipment.
• Keep calm around the animals — sudden movements increase risk for both you and the cow.

Cows are curious and strong, and a small lapse in safety can lead to big problems. Don’t be like me and stab yourself with a dirty blade✌🏼

— Dr. Grau
www.grauvetservices.com

24/04/2025

Thinking About Preconditioning Your Calves? You Should Be!

Preconditioning is one of the smartest moves you can make to boost the health, value, and performance of your calves. It includes a set of practices like weaning, vaccinations, deworming, and getting calves used to eating from a bunk before they’re sold or moved.

Why precondition?
• Healthier calves = fewer losses and better weight gain
• Higher market value – buyers love calves that are ready to go
• Smoother transition into the next phase of production

Ideally, calves should be weaned at least 45 days before sale and receive a solid vaccination protocol. If you’re not sure where to start, we’re happy to help you build a plan that works for your herd and your operation.

Have questions about timing, vaccines, or nutrition? Give us a call at 954-599-2887 or visit www.grauvetservices.com. Let’s set your calves up for success!

29/03/2025

Grau Veterinary Services will be CLOSED for all services, including emergency services, until Monday evening. We apologize for the inconvenience.

For all emergencies, please contact the UF Large Animal Hospital at (352)392-2229.

15/03/2025

We are out here once again!

PBR Tallahassee!!

14/03/2025

Working or having fun?

The PBR is in Tallahassee and I am here for them.

Hope some of you get to come out!

PBR