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Very devastating situation and a good reason to stick with companies like Purina, Triple Crown and Nutrena for your horse’s grain products. I’m all about supporting local but not when it comes to horse feed. These corporations have extensive checks and regulations for toxins and formulations for each and every ingredient used in their products.

Nearly 70 horses die after eating feed contaminated with monensin - High Plains Journal Beutler & Son Rodeo Company have lost nearly 70 horses used in their rodeo stock contracting business after feed containing monensin was mistakenly used.

While it’s a common equine emergency, esophageal obstruction (“choke”) can look alarming, especially if you've never seen it before. Unlike in human medicine, where choking refers to a tracheal (or windpipe) obstruction, choke in horses refers to an obstruction of the esophagus (the muscular tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach).

Most commonly, choking occurs when horses eat concentrated feed too quickly without chewing appropriately, which results in a firm bolus lodged in the animal's esophagus. However, esophageal obstruction can also occur with hay or straw, hard treats, carrots, or nonfood objects. Poor dentition, which leads to inadequate chewing, is also a frequent cause of choke.

While common, choke can have serious consequences. So, be sure to call your veterinarian as soon as you notice signs of choke. A bad choke is fairly obvious to both veterinarians and horse owners, but a mild choke could be confused with an upper respiratory tract infection or colic.

To learn more about choke, visit: https://equusmagazine.com/horse-care/response-choke-53083?fbclid=IwY2xjawFD8vFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfE-Zua-igK44im7wrVKxQCC-BpnLCteEuv_kOcOvm_IrRy_GusLbR99tA_aem_vtdTknV2QDBSXk79x9PmjQ

Good info!

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This is a great illustration of why you shouldn't pull nails or any foreign object out of the foot until you have taken the horse to the vet to have it xrayed. If you pull it out, without a radiographic image, you won't know where the nail Penetrated. Getting radiographic images can help prevent your horse from long term or permanent lameness.

Good reminder about Barn Fan safety!

Safety Tip!

Stall fans in the barn can become a barn fire hazard. Not all fans are intended for barn use, including a dusty, dirty environment.

A fan suitable for continued use in a barn needs a sealed/enclosed motor so it can't suck dust up into it.

If hay or other combustible material reaches the hot parts of the motor, the fan may catch on fire or short out.

Make sure to buy fans that say the motor is totally enclosed and/or sealed. Fans that are also outdoor-rated or waterproof also qualify as "sealed."

Fans that have a thermal overload protector that will shut off the fan if the motor overheats are also good buys.

Make sure to look over your fan every year when you pull it out of storage. Clean it, check the wiring and cords before placing it in the barn.

Good information and reminder about equine dentistry

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Dental health: This is one of the main reasons why our horses are living so much longer but do YOU know why regular dental care is so important?

Dental disease ranges from sharp enamel points that can cause pain with the bridle to infected teeth and other dental abnormalities that can cause severe, chronic infections if not addressed early. All horses should have a dental exam at least once yearly to screen for these issues and address them before they become a serious problem.

So what is the value of having your veterinarian provide dental services?

First and foremost, veterinarians have undergone extensive training in equine anatomy, which means that they are much less likely to cause complications such as over-floating. Over-floating a horse can cause fractured teeth, early expiration of teeth, and even inability to chew. If a horse’s teeth are over-floated and smooth, they will not be able to properly grind hay and forage to get adequate nutrition. As a result, they will starve and can even develop fatal colic due to impactions from an inability to chew their feed.

Secondly, veterinarians are also more equipped to perform a thorough oral exam because of their knowledge of anatomy/physiology and access to diagnostic tools. More than just sharp points and infected teeth, they are trained to diagnose and treat diastemas, secondary sinusitis, congenital defects, EOTRH, and other diseases. They also have more specialized equipment, such as intraoral cameras, x-ray and endoscopy - along with the training required to interpret those results.

Third, veterinarians are also trained in anatomy and physiology of all body systems, not just the mouth. This allows them to perform a more comprehensive evaluation of the entire horse to see if any testing is warranted for systemic illness, such as Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Cushing’s Disease, internal parasites or even internal organ dysfunction such as kidney or liver failure. They also provide extensive nutritional consultation based on the condition of your horse to see if any changes to feed or supplements are warranted.

Lastly, and possibly most importantly, in Washington State it is not legal for any person who is not a licensed veterinarian OR a licensed veterinary technician directly supervised by a veterinarian to perform dentistry in any animal species. There are no standards for certification of lay dentists, and clients who use lay dentists do not have any consumer protection for any complications or permanent damage done to their horses as a consequence.

To illustrate the value in using your veterinarian for regular dental care, we will be putting out a series of dental cases we have helped with comprehensive dental care. Look for the first one tomorrow! Please call the clinic if you have any questions or to schedule an oral exam for your horse - our veterinarians would be happy to partner with you in your horse’s care.

https://horsesidevetguide.com/do-you-know-what-your-dentist-is-doing
https://www.mvsequine.com/the-problem-with-lay-dentists/
https://thehorse.com/1121396/dental-pain-and-equine-behavior/

Why horses need salt.
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Why horses need salt

Tips for making your horse "farrier friendly"

6 Myths About Cooling Horses in Hot Weather Is it harmful to spray cold water on a hot horse? Should you scrape your horse after hosing him? Two experts weigh in.

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.

It's National Farriers Week! Let's celebrate the hard work that our farriers put in daily to partner with equine veterinarians and ensure the health and well-being of our horses. Proper hoof care is essential for a sound and happy horse, so it goes without saying that a skilled farrier is both a necessity and a tremendous asset.

Don't forget to give a shoutout to your farriers this week and show them your appreciation for their dedication to their craft!

Excessive Heat Warning coming all next week! Be prepared and make sure your horses are staying hydrated to avoid dehydration colic!

Caring for horses during hot weather Keeping your horse cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather can help prevent heat issues including heat stress and heat stroke.

Looking for an omega 3 supplement for your horses? Check out Purina’s AhiFlower oil

Good info for smoky air and your horses

Wildfire season is back, so it’s time once again to consider how to protect your horse from respiratory damage caused by smoke inhalation.

Horses' lungs are huge—the average horse's lung volume is 55 L, compared to a human's 6 L. A horse exercising heavily can intake as much as 2,250 liters of air per minute, and the particulate matter within that huge volume of air can lodge within the bronchioles and lung alveoli, causing inflammation and sometimes pneumonia.

Limiting exercise can help minimize the amount of particulate matter allowed to lodge in the lungs during these poor air-quality periods. Horses also need time to fully clear it before returning to work.

Some handy rules of thumb (but keep in mind there's not a lot of data to support exact numbers so you may see some variation in recommendations):

*Avoid trot and canter/lope exercise when air quality exceeds 150 AQI.
*Avoid any forced exercise over 200 AQI.
*For severe smoke inhalation, as in the case of horses literally in the midst of wildfires, four to six weeks of rest is recommended.
*For each day of AQI >150, horses should receive one day of rest *after* the air quality returns to

With Fire Season approaching, here are some good resources for management of horses exposed to smoke

https://thehorse.com/1119030/guidelines-for-horses-exposed-to-wildfire-smoke/

https://ceh.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/health-topics/wildfire-smoke-and-horses

https://extension.oregonstate.edu/animals-livestock/horses/once-smoke-clears-guide-safely-start-working-riding-your-horse-after

https://extension.unr.edu/publication.aspx?PubID=4394

Guidelines for Horses Exposed to Wildfire Smoke Horses exposed to fire smoke can suffer respiratory injury; knowing what is normal can help you determine whether your horse might need veterinary attention.

UPDATES GUIDELINES AVAILABLE 📢

The AAEP has issued revised Internal Parasite Control Guidelines to help minimize the risk of parasitic disease and maintain the effectiveness of current drugs for as long as possible by delaying further development of anthelmintic resistance.

The updated guidelines account for recent advances in knowledge concerning increased anthelmintic resistance and optimization of parasite control management practices. They also address common misconceptions and offer parasite control program recommendations for senior horses (over 15 years old), mature horses (between 5 and 15 years old), and young horses (under 5 years old).

Read more at: https://aaep.org/post/aaep-publishes-updated-internal-parasite-control-guidelines/

The guidelines were reviewed and updated by the AAEP Internal Parasite Control Guidelines Task Force, chaired by Dr. Nielsen and comprised of 10 AAEP members predominantly board certified in veterinary internal medicine, veterinary parasitology and/or veterinary microbiology. We thank them for their incredibly important work!

Awesome farrier event today with Tyler Skiba and Dr Bob Peters! Thank you McKinlay & Peters Equine Hospital for collaborating and hosting & to Lisa Jones with Zoetis for sponsoring this event! We had a great turnout of farriers across Washington and Idaho!

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Ep. 19: To Test or Not to Test....the Big Hay Question! - Scoop & Scale Ep. 19: To Test or Not to Test….the Big Hay Question! by Jill Jackson | Apr 1, 2024 | Forage, Hay Analysis, Hay Testing, Horse Nutrition Basics | 0 comments While forages can be assessed visually, the only way to accurately know the nutrient content of your forage is to have it tested by a lab. Th...

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In case anyone wants to check out the Equine Nutrition presentation again!

Here are the slides to the presentation. Looks like I only missed the anatomy slide.. Kelly also attached a page at the end with a body weight calculation tool that is very accurate.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wR6-ehz_zUjVUfOz8mAuMMJzthWLzEd0/view?usp=drive_link
Here is the Presentation in case the emails didn't work:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lsugHYlugeAiHuZwt_D0yK8x5NP-b6uB/view?usp=drive_link

Vitamin E Helps Keep Horse Muscles Healthy Learn why this antioxidant is important for muscle health and how to supplement it safely.

And remember to collect the proof of purchases for $30 back when you mail them in! Ask North 40 for envelopes or I have some too

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Adequan Rebate!!!

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Starts April 1st and goes through November 30th!!

Thank you to Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., Dr Robert Keene, and Courtney Anderson and Sport Horse Farm for a wonderful presentation on EHV/EHM, vaccine protection & biosecurity measures we can take to protect our horses!
And thank you to everyone who came and participated despite the gross weather!

Exercise After Vaccinations: How soon is too soon?

Explore the Benefits of Low Starch and Sugar Feeds for Your Horse's Nutrition: A Expert Guide to Enhancing Your Equine Feeding Routine! The What, Who, Why and When of feeding Lower Starch, Lower Sugar, Lower Non-Structural Carbohydrates (NSC) feed to your horse.

Causes of cellulitis in horses…

The Cause of Cellulitis in Horses