LifeCare Mobile Vet

25/06/2024

Fauresmith 2024

12/06/2024

Lacerations (cuts) can often not seem serious until the wound is properly prepped for stitches. In this case the carpal joint capsule and cephalic vein was missed by millimeters. You will notice that the cephalic vein was exposed and this wound had to be closed asap.
This boy was very patient while I had to stitch at difficult angles.

10/06/2024

Loes… you were a true reflection of elegance beauty and strength. You will be sorely missed. ❤️🐴

Doorndraai Friesian Stud a very sad day.

07/06/2024

The past week was extremely busy with colics and a few viruses.

This morning was especially cold! 🥶 Our drip bags had to be warmed up before administration.

This moment between the groom and patient was so special.

Stay warm! Keep your horses moving and drinking 🤗

06/06/2024

3 x sessions and a total of 6 hours to resolve this terrible choke. Our patient is a whole lot more comfortable and doing well. 🐴

28/05/2024

Subcutaneous ureteral bypass (SUB) device flushing this morning at Family Vet Hazeldean. Thank you Dr. Tessa for assisting and monitoring with an ultrasound to ensure we don’t overdistend the renal pelvis.

23/05/2024

A beautiful end to a beautiful day!

18/05/2024

We are absolutely devastated to hear about the sudden loss of Renita. She was one amazing human being and amazing client and equestrian. We are sending your family lots of love. 😢❤️ You will be sorely missed.

15/05/2024

An interesting patient for the day: A mini mule. This one day old foal was not planned and the owners were pleasantly surprised. Last night (while waiting on the pregnancy tests) she decided it is time to say hello to the world. Such a sweet little filly. Health check passed! Welcome!

09/05/2024

IMPORTANT SHOW NOTICE!!!!
If you are unsure please send a picture of your passport and we can make sure.

06/05/2024

Post stitch up. A technique to reduce any scarring after an extremely deep laceration on this competition horse. The pink area on the laceration line visible is due to hair loss from the trauma.
Careful apposition with little to no tension will allow minimal scarring if any.

27/02/2024

This was our very first patient in 2024. He decided on new year’s to give us all a huge fright when he had a severe colic episode. Elana Coetzer thank you for trusting us with your beautiful boy and we are happy that he is back in the arena and making you so proud. Well done!

20/02/2024

Thank you Leandi Hume for this initiative…an AHS survey. Please check the comments.

13/02/2024

This beautiful foal was born a few months ago. He has developed into a very inquisitive and playful boy. His name is “River of dreams”. Glad to see he is doing well.

07/02/2024

Enucleation (removal of the eye) is a necessary procedure when an eye is too damaged to be saved. A ruptured cornea where the gel of the eye is visible (vitreous) is extremely painful and after removing the eye the horses do really well and their pain much less.

02/01/2024

Dear Kimberley Veterinary Clinic thank you for this special post. It is much appreciated. ❤️

31/12/2023

2023! Wow what a year. Thank you to all our wonderful clients. May 2024 be filled with lots of healthy horses and happy riding. 🐴 ❤️🐴

25/12/2023

11/12/2023

Horses don’t like this weather 😖 Another colic call out. Dr. Rinel and Dr. Su-mari is here to help you with any emergency 🐴

10/12/2023

Uhm…this is a first. It took me a while to get into my car. 😂

07/12/2023

Dr. Su-mari and Dr. Rinel. Our two vets will gladly assist with any horse and production work. We are here to help 🐴🐴

04/12/2023

We are here to help with any reproduction work. 300 does scanned for pregnancy. Lots of new little kids expected soon 🤗

20/11/2023

Hi all horse owners

Please take note of the heatwave this week. Please keep your horses' hydration in mind. Here are a few tips to help reduce heat stroke in horses.

1. Do not ride your horse during the warmest time of the day.
2. Keep the exercise light and not strenuous.
3. Make sure your horse has access to shade.
4. Make sure your horse has access to fresh water throughout the day.
5. Add water to their morning/lunch/afternoon feed to increase water intake.
6. Monitor their temperature and breathing throughout the day. IF the temperature is elevated and abnormal it is best to hose down your horse and make contact with your veterinarian.
7. LifeCare Mobile Vet is there to help. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to make contact with Dr. Sumari or Dr. Rinel.

19/11/2023

Foaling season means lots of foals to attend to. This stunning newborn had a meconium impaction only hours after being born which Dr. Rinel cleared.

We now also offer reproduction services. More detail to follow soon 🐴

17/11/2023

Dr. Su-mari attended to this gelding for an emergency call out. He was severely compromised but after swift treatment he is getting stronger daily.

16/11/2023

EXCITING NEWS!!!
A very warm welcome to Dr. Su-mari. She worked at an equine referral specialist clinic before and recently joined us.
You will soon get to meet her and see how dedicated and passionate she is about her work. We are thrilled to have you part of the team.

We are excited to help even more equines and production animals in Pretoria East area.

29/09/2023

SMILE!!! It is weekend 🤗

21/09/2023

Nugget gave everyone quite a scare. She arrived at the clinic with no breathing or a heartbeat.
Quick treatment was given and her breathing and heartbeat came back. As soon as she was stable I referred her to Dr. Tessa (exotics vet) at Family Vet Hazeldean for a full medical work up. Nugget was treated there and is her old self again 🤗

31/08/2023