Oliver Mobile Veterinary Service

Happy Thursday! Our website may be down for a few hours today as we are working on some exciting new updates. Stay tuned 😊

Calling all horse owners! Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine is hosting a FREE webinar series. The first one starts tonight with a topic of concern in our area, PPID and senior horses. This series is hosted by veterinarians and specialists.

Please see the link below for more information and sign-up!
https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oMbbCoK1SaevoUV1eLVJAg #/registration

Happy Spring!

Happy February! We have been busy getting ready for Spring and have started scheduling for horse season. We also had a fabulous student with us in January, Chari Thompson and she took some amazing pictures of our day to day work. ❤️

Happy Holidays to all! Thank you for supporting our small business. We appreciate you all so much! 🐎🦮🐈❤️

Celebrating National Day of the Horse on December 13th

The National Day of the Horse is a special occasion to celebrate these majestic companions for their hard work, gentleness, and true loyalty. The bond shared between humans and horses is truly inspiring and beautiful, and it is a testament to the profound connection that can exist between animals and people.
We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to you, their wonderful and loving owners, for entrusting us as their veterinarian to care for your equine companions. On this special day, please give your horse an extra special treat from our team! Please feel free to share your favorite horse photos!!

Thank you again for your trust,
Oliver Mobile Veterinary Service

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! Just a reminder our office will be closed Nov. 23-26 for regular appointments.
We hope your holiday is as restful as these knuckleheads and GO LIONS!!!

Happy Veterinary Technician Week! I sure don’t know what I would do without my awesome staff. Thank you team!

Ohio sure is pretty in the fall. 🍁🍁

Greetings friends! Finally, gearing up to start seeing appointments in the next couple of weeks. Looking forward to seeing all of my horse, cat and dog patients and especially my clients!! Your cards, meals, flowers and well wishes have been so appreciated!

We will be reaching out to reschedule appointments from the past few weeks as needed. As always, please feel free to call, text or email with any questions. And a huge thanks again to my staff, relief veterinarians, local veterinarians and my family for all of their hard work and support.

Sincerely,
Dr. Oliver

A few things I have been doing (mostly monitoring) to keep busy. If you know me, I don't do this sitting around thing very well😄

I am finally home and on the mend, slowly. From ICU to rehab then surgery but I think I am now heading in the right direction! I can not thank you all enough for the cards, flowers, food and well wishes. It has definitely helped me get through some tough days. And huge thanks to my relief and local veterinarians for stepping in while I am recovering.

I hope to get back working mid-August. In the meantime, please call with any questions or concerns. We have relief veterinarians available and seeing appointments at this time. I look forward to seeing you all very soon!

Sincerely,
Dr. Oliver

Practice Update:
Some of you may have already heard, but I wanted to share my status at this time. On July 8, I sustained several fractures after having my own horse fall on me while riding. I was lucky and fortunately my head and neck are fine but it is going to take a few weeks to get me back to normal speed.

My awesome staff and husband are working hard to continue to be open regular business hours and scheduling relief veterinarians during the time I will be recovering. So please call, text or email our office with any questions (419-345-1093). You may also go to our website, olivermobilevet.com for a list of emergency options.

Thank you for your support and patience during this difficult set-back. I will be rehabbing my heart out! I look forward to seeing you all soon and always wear your helmet!

Sincerely,

Dr. Alison Oliver
Oliver Mobile Veterinary Service

(pics of all the things that keep me going) 😊

Be careful today!! Air quality alert. 😥

Found the owners! Thank you 😊

These two were found on the Valleywood Golf course this morning. They are safe and secure at our farm. Please contact Oliver Mobile Veterinary Service if you are missing your horses! No microchips found. Thank you!

Hoppy Easter everyone!

Temps are on the rise this week which means mosquitos will be out doing mosquito things very soon. Make sure your pal is current on heartworm prevention 😁

Here’s a good reminder of what to avoid for our furry pals today.

🍀ST. PATRICK'S DAY IS COMING SOON🍀 Keep your pets feeling lucky by avoiding some of the dangers that come with holiday celebrations. Please share this with your community and have a wonderful (and safe) holiday.

This St. Patrick's Day mini-infographic is provided by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.

Happy St. Patrick day! Someone is feeling the luck today 🐴
🍀Please enjoy your festivities safely.🍀

Today is the last day of Pet dental health month so here is a quick video from the American Veterinary Medical Association on how to brush your pets teeth at home and incorporate it into your routine care.
Brushing your pets teeth can take time and training so if you have an older pet who has never had brushing done, please take it slow and always reward after a successful brushing 😺🐶

Home dental care for your pet Home dental care can go a long way toward helping protect your pet against dental disease and related problems. Here’s how to make your dog or cat comfortabl...

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Did you know that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of periodontal disease? If you haven’t yet, take some time this month to brush your pet’s teeth or bring them in for a cleaning!
Show us your pets best smile in the comments 😸

Is your horse irritable, poorly performing or having drainage from the nose or chin? These can all be signs of dental disease. In addition to regular "floating" or dental equilibration, we can help identify these problems with a thorough oral and physical exam and advanced diagnostics such as dental x-rays.
We are here to help your horse be at their best!! 🥰

The old adage "Straight from the horse's mouth" may seem more meaningful when you consider that a licensed practitioner can learn so much about an animal's health by examining its mouth. Beyond the comfort and good health of your horse, there are other benefits to proper dental care. Your horse will consume feed more efficiently with less spillage or waste and may perform better and live longer.

Call our practice today to discuss a dental examination for your horse—and prevent more painful and costly problems later!

It’s never too late to start; Kick off the year by getting your dog the exercise they need and fresh air for yourself.

There are so many great reasons to participate in Walk Your Dog Month. Not only does your dog enjoy walking, but it's also good for their health!

Happy New Year and thank you to our awesome clients for a great year!! 🥳

‘Twas the the night before Christmas when all through the house, all the pets were stirring even the mouse

When all of a sudden there arose such a clatter, the dogs were stunned and the cats were scattered

After feasting on fallen chocolates the pets’ stomachs began to ache, which awoke the parents for goodness sake

The worried pet parents did not know what to do, so they called Pet Poison Helpline to seek expert advice and peace of mind too

Just a reminder that we are available 24/7… even the night before Christmas!

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Great information for all of my tough Midwest horse owners!! Stay warm!

As severe winter weather marches across the U.S. and Canada, Dr. Sarah Reuss, chair of the AAEP's Horse Owner Education Committee and a horse owner herself, shares the following advice for keeping your horse safe during this extreme weather event.

1. While lots of hay is ideal for horses to eat to keep warm, now is NOT the time to introduce a round bale if they’ve never had access to one before. It may be more work, but keep throwing them their normal hay source, just more frequently.

2. Similarly if your horse is not used to being locked up in a stall, now is NOT the time. The stress of a major change and the decreased activity can be risk factors for colic. Be sure they have access to shelter, hay, and drinkable water but let them move around if they choose to do so.

3. Horses that are thin, older, or fully body clipped are those most at risk in extreme weather.

4. Well fitting blankets are great but be sure horses do not get sweaty under them or that the blankets don’t soak through if snow or rain covered. Wet, cold and covered is worse that dry, cold and naked.

5. Some of the highest risk times are when the temperatures hover right around freezing, as that can result in sleet/freezing rain/ice that can make horses wet and therefore colder. Slippery footing is a concern, too.

6. If using electric water heaters, be sure they are functioning and not shocking horses. Take your gloves off and stick your hand in the water (briefly!!!) to double check.

7. “Trick” your horses into consuming extra water by flavoring a bucket, adding electrolytes to their meals, or soaking their meals in warm water. If you’ve never fed beet pulp before, be sure to add LOTS of warm water. Dry beet pulp is a common source of choke.

8. Tips of ears can be at risk for frostbite. Putting a jumper-style ear bonnet or other ear cover can protect them from wind chills.

Stay safe, friends! ❄️🥶❄️

Photo courtesy of Dr. Reuss.

Even Santa’s reindeer need their annual exam :)

Santa’s reindeer cleared for flight after annual veterinary exam Children around the world received some good news today, with officials from the North Pole confirming that Santa’s reindeer have been approved for their Christmas Eve flight, following a health checkup from Santa’s veterinarian.

Here is a good read for the week:

Clinical Notes: Wintertime Worries: Why Parasites Are Still a Problem Many pet owners still believe that parasites do not pose a threat during the cooler seasons of the year; however, the risk is rarely absent, with activity for some parasites even increasing during the cooler months. Get the facts about seasonality, seen and unseen winter threats, and how to make sur...

Happy National Veterinary Technician Week!

Happy ! To help us recognize the value of equine veterinary technicians this week, AAEP members are invited to nominate one of their technicians to be in a drawing for a COMPLIMENTARY registration to the AAEVT-American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Annual Convention taking place during the AAEP 68th Annual Convention & Trade Show in San Antonio, TX (to be honored in 2023 in case the person cannot go this year).

Please email the technician's name to Deb Reeder at [email protected] and explain in a few short sentences why you are nominating them.

Did you know that horses can get sunburns too?

That’s right: Horses, like humans, can be at risk for the skin damage and discomfort that accompany a sunburn, especially on the non-pigmented pink-skinned areas of the body. The breeds that most frequently suffer from sunburn include Paints, Pintos, and Appaloosas, as well as many cremellos and other horses with pale coat colors.

Sunburn is most frequently seen in areas where the skin is more sensitive — like around the eyes and on the muzzle of pale or white-faced horses — and horses prone to recurrent sunburn also have an increased likelihood of developing squamous cell carcinoma (a common cancer).

To reduce the risk of sunburn, the best advice is to avoid sun exposure when possible. This is often achieved by stabling the horse during the day and allowing him to graze from dusk to dawn.
Another preventive option is the use of a full-face fly mask, or a full-body fly sheet for horses with large areas of white over the back and trunk, as many of these products come with UV protection.
Lots of people use use human products, such as children’s sunscreens, on their horses, however the product needs to be reapplied often to fully effective (just an on people).

If your horse is susceptible to sunburn, contact your veterinarian for more information about sun damage and recommendations to keep your animal comfortable. Sunburn recovery in the horse can take months, so taking proactive steps to keep your equine friend protected this summer is in everyone’s best interest!

More information about sunburn and photosensitization is available on our website at https://aaep.org/issue/sunburn-photosensitivity