Hoof and Paws Pet Care, LLC

15/11/2024

Exciting news from our favorite equine hospital!! 🤠

25/10/2024

Equine endocrine disorders such as Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) and Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) feature some striking clinical similarities, most notably a predisposition to the development of chronic laminitis. However, the underlying disease biology is quite different in each case.

The graphic below describes some key differences to be aware of between the two diseases.

If you have questions or concerns about your horse in regard to EMS or PPID, contact your veterinarian so that they may further evaluate them.

Thank you to the Horse Owner Education Committee for providing this information.

25/10/2024

Fall laminitis refers to cases of laminitis or founder that occur in the autumnal months. Although laminitis can happen in any season, anecdotally there seems to be an uptick in the number of cases in the fall.

Why could this be?

• As the days get shorter and colder, grasses have been shown to respond to this stress with higher sugar concentrations. Diets with higher simple sugar concentrations may increase the risk of laminitis.

• Decreases in exercise may cause increases in body condition. Fat or obese horses are at risk of developing laminitis.

• Horses naturally have increased levels of certain hormones in the fall. If you have a horse with PPID (previously referred to as equine Cushing’s), the increase in their cortisol levels could put them at risk for laminitis.

If you have questions concerning fall laminitis or are concerned that your horse may be at an increased risk, contact your equine veterinarian so that they can properly evaluate your horse's unique situation.

Thank you to the Horse Owner Education Committee for providing this information.

21/10/2024

Today is , a reminder that knowing how to save a life—especially our furry friends—can make all the difference. While having to administer CPR to your pet can be terrifying, being prepared can help you act calmly and confidently in an emergency.

Stay Calm:
1️⃣ Breathe: Take a few deep breaths to steady yourself. Focus on the feeling of the air filling your lungs.
2️⃣ Delegate: If there are bystanders, assign them tasks like finding the nearest emergency vet.
3️⃣ Focus: Keep your mind clear. Concentrate on the steps ahead and stay in the moment.

When to Start CPR:
🐾 Your pet isn’t responding
🐾 Your pet isn’t breathing
🐾 You can’t feel a heartbeat or pulse

How to Perform CPR:
Compressions:
❤️ Position your pet on their side.
❤️ Deliver 120 compressions per minute (2 per second).
❤️ For every 30 compressions, give 2 breaths.

Breaths:
❤️ Close your pet’s mouth and seal it with your fingers.
❤️ Cover their nose with your mouth and give 2 breaths—enough to make their chest rise.
❤️ Check for a heartbeat after 2 minutes. If there’s no pulse, continue.

When to Stop CPR:
🐾 Your pet starts breathing and responding
🐾 You reach the vet clinic and they take over
🐾 You can’t continue physically
🐾 Your pet starts breathing but is still unconscious

Recovery Position:
Place your pet’s head to the side, slightly tilting down (unless there’s head trauma).

Compression Techniques:
🐶 Medium to Large Dogs: Compress one third of the chest depth.
🐱 Small Dogs/Cats: Use your thumb and fingers for compression, or compress directly over the heart.

Stay prepared and know that you can make a difference in your pet's life! ❤️

15/10/2024

Colic is not a disease, but rather a combination of signs that alert us to abdominal pain in the horse. Colic can range from mild to severe, but it should never be ignored, as many of the conditions that cause colic can become life threatening in a relatively short period of time. Only by quickly and accurately recognizing colic – and seeking qualified veterinary help – can the chance for recovery be maximized.

Virtually any horse is susceptible to colic, so management practices can play a key role in prevention. And although not every case is avoidable, the guidelines listed in the graphic can help you maximize your horse’s health and reduce the risk of colic.

As always, remember that every animal is different depending on age, breed and other health conditions, so be sure to work with your veterinarian to address any concerns specific to your situation!

15/10/2024

Ever wondered how our anatomy compares to a horse’s? 🧐 Check out this colorful schematic of a human foot and a horse’s hind limb! Did you know that our heel is actually the equivalent of the point of the hock in a horse? 🦶➡️🐴

07/10/2024

03/10/2024

Our hearts go out to our equestrian family in the western part of the state. We know many of you would like to help or donate during this time. If you would like to donate through the NCHC Foundation, we can promise you that your dollars will only be used for equine needs.

To learn more please visit https://nchorsecouncil.com/hurricane-helene-equine-disaster-relief/ .

To donate directly to NCHC Foundation please visit https://www.mcssl.com/store/nchc/nchc-foundation-donation

Photo credit: The News & Observer

03/10/2024

Thanks to Cathy Atkinson for generously hauling a load of supplies up to Canton to help with hurricane relief efforts!

We chipped in 48 square bales to fill out this load. We also know that Timberline Forestry LLC is going to be hauling a tractor trailer load of supplies to Avery County next week, and we’ll be chipping in hay on that load as well.

Also, we’ve had requests from people who would like to purchase our hay and donate it to the relief efforts. If you’d like to do that, you can buy hay on our website (https://terraceridgefarm.com/shop/ols/products/coastal-bermuda-hay) and send us an email at [email protected] to let us know that you’d like us to load it on a truck that we know is going to the mountains.

03/10/2024

UPDATED: YOU CAN NOW DONATE ONLINE BY PLACING A LOCAL PICKUP ORDER & SAVE 10% WITH DISCOUNT CODE [ WNC-DONATE ] 🙂 Learn more here https://www.pittsborofeed.com/pages/donate

Looking to donate food to Western North Carolina?

We will be accepting donations and drop off for items to go out to Western North Carolina to help with people affected by
Hurricane Helene.

There are many ways you can help:
• You can donate your filled frequent buyer card (unused) and we will donate feed
• You can buy any animal supplies or feed and we will make sure they get out to them
• You can bring any unwanted feed or animal supplies as long as they are still within date

One of our customers has generously donated his time and semi-truck to start taking items. Both Pittsboro Feed & Pittsboro Pet Supply will be a drop-off location.

If you have any questions, please contact Josh Miller at [email protected] or call him at (919) 542-2454.

03/10/2024

North Carolina has 3 locations accepting donations for livestock feed and supplies. Donations dropped off at these locations will help livestock owners impacted by Hurricane Helene. These locations will be open beginning Thursday, Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Avery County Warehouse
6880 Linville Falls Highway
Newland, NC 28657

Macon County Fairgrounds
1436 Georgia Road
Franklin, NC 28734

McDowell County Agriculture Center
188 Ag Services Drive
Marion, NC 28752

Sites are currently accepting:
Corn Silage
Grain mix or pellets for cattle
Round and square hay bales
Baleage/Haylage
Mineral Supplements
Fence Supplies
Feed tubs/troughs
Water troughs
Basic animal supplies

03/10/2024

Evacuation of a horse off Black Mountain North Carolina. The owner stayed by this senior horses side the entire time and was desperate to get him and the rest of her horses care. Rescuers had to cross creeks, sandbars, washed out roads and a river to transport him out. Keep our responders in your thoughts as they continue efforts today.

03/10/2024

In partnership with NC State Extension, livestock supply donation sites will open beginning Thursday, Oct. 3.

Please note: this page is continuously updated. Double-check prior to heading to a site.

McDowell County Agriculture Center (East Area)
188 Ag Services Drive
Marion, NC 28752
Open for donations M-Sun, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Open for distribution M-Sun, 2 - 5 p.m.

Mills River Research Station (South Area)
455 Research Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Open: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mitchell/Avery County Warehouse (Northwest Area)
6880 Linville Falls Highway
Newland, NC 28657
Open: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Caldwell County Fairgrounds (Northwest Area)
2461 Fairground Rd
Lenoir, NC 28645
Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Additional Sites
Upper Mountain Research Station
8004 NC-88
Laurel Springs, NC 28644
Open M-F, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Tryon International Indoor Complex
2676 John Shehan Road
Mill Spring NC 28756
Open Daily, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. through Sunday, Oct. 6, with extensions TBA based on community need

WNC Livestock Center
474 Stock Drive
Canton, NC 28716

Beam Farms - Resource Center
Open 24/7 as needed
221 Hogan Road
Forest City, NC 28043

Sites are currently accepting:
Corn Silage
Grain mix or pellets for cattle
Round and square hay bales
Baleage/Haylage
Mineral Supplements
Fence Supplies
Feed tubs/troughs
Water troughs
Basic animal supplies

03/10/2024

03/10/2024

(Camden, SC - Sept. 29, 2024) Danny & Ron's Rescue To Help Our Neighbors in North Carolina!

Danny & Ron’s Rescue is collecting vital pet supplies to support families and their beloved pets in the hardest-hit areas of North Carolina. We’re packing up and heading out to help when roads are clear, but we need YOUR support to make this mission possible!

Donate today to help provide: 🐾 Dog & Cat Food, water, and bedding for pets in crisis🦴 Emergency supplies to keep animals safe 🏠 Assistance for families staying with their pets

Together, we can make a difference! In times of crisis, pets need love, shelter, and food. Your donation makes this possible. Every dollar helps! Please visit DannyRonsRescue.org/donate to contribute and show your love for those in need. 💙

If you are a North Carolina RESCUE or SHELTER in need of supplies please send us a message or TEXT (803) 243-0700

03/10/2024

Sharing for others who may be curious about how Fleet of Angels uses donor funds after natural disasters:

Posted on one of our disaster response pages on Fb:
I am greatly confused. I see Fleet of Angels taking donations but I'm only seeing volunteers doing deliveries with donated supplies- where is the money going? Are there actual FOA employees on the ground or purchasing supplies?

Fleet of Angels response:
That is a great question. Funds donated to Fleet of Angels all go to help horses (and some small animals in horse owners' families).

We provide gas cards for transporters of goods when needed, but funds raised are used primarily to fund the grants we give to applicants who need help with costs of horse hay, bagged grain, vet care, fence repair materials, water tanks, and many other critical supplies. As far as we know, we are the only organization in the country who provides grant funds to both individuals who own horses and to small horse rescues.

We do work to help early donors of hay and supplies coordinate transport to hard-hit areas, but we also focus on 'the long game' and will be helping horse owners across the six states hit hardest by Hurricane Helene for months, not days or weeks. We are known for being the organization that's still helping horses in crisis with our hay banks still distributing feed and goods up to a year after other orgs have moved on to to 'the next big thing'.

We are completely transparent in our use of funds, and provide detailed reports to donors who contribute large amounts. Every donor receives a tax donation receipt, and we do our best - with our very small team - to keep everyone posted on what our staff and volunteers are doing to help.

These are VERY early days, and we respect the authorities' requests to not use roads that are needed for emergency vehicles until we have their blessings.

You are welcome to email any other questions to Elaine Nash at [email protected].

Thank you for your interest, concern, and help for the equine victims of Hurricane Helene!

www.FleetOfAngels.org
Teamwork works!

15/06/2023

18/12/2022

Great reminder! A lot of pets will be given as Christmas presents.