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Health Care for Equine
We offer ambulatory appointments at your farm in the Wellington and surrounding areas by appointment, and provide comprehensive medical and surgical evaluations, diagnostics and treatment. We have a portable digital radiography machine and portable ultrasound machines. We neet at least 48 hours advanced notice on calls requiring this equipment so the doctor can bring the proper equipment to your appointment.
We also offer emergency care after normal business hours. An emergency fee for after hour services will apply in addition to the trip charge based on how far your farm is from our clinic. Payment is expected at the time of service.
Education is fundamental to Wellington Veterinary Clinic. As an owner of farm animals, livestock, or large animal companions, the more educated you are, the better health care your animals will have.
EQUINE HEALTH CARE SERVICES PROVIDED
American Association of Equine Practitioners — www.aaep.org My Horse Matters — www.aaep.org/index.php American Veterinarian Medical Association — www.avma.org/care4pets The Horse — www.thehorse.com Your Horse's health — www.yourhorseshealth.com Livestock library — horse breeds — www.ansi.okstate.edu/library/equine.htm Laminitis Page — www.olympus.net/personal/pvd/pvda.html Merial Equine gastrogard stomach ulcers — us.merial.com/equine/index.asp C.A.R.E. Pet Loss — www.cvm.uiuc.edu/CARE/index.html American Farrier's Assoc — www.americanfarriers.org FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HORSES What should I expect with equine foaling? Equine foaling typically occurs within twenty minutes. If the mare is not progressing, you should contact your veterinarian. If she is down, get her up and walk her. Wash your hands and check her to see if you can see or feel a nose and two feet. A veterinarian should inspect the placenta after the birth. What is recommended for new foal care and vaccinations? We recommend an IgG test within 24 hours of birth to test for immunodeficiency. If the foal's IgG test is below a certain level, a transfusion of plasma is recommended to boost the foal's immunity. What is a Coggins test? A Coggins test is a blood test for Equine Infectious Anemia. It is a retrovirus that infects horses. It can be transmitted by certain fly species. Symptoms may include fever, lethargy, petechial hemorrhages, dependent edema, yellow mucous membranes (jaundice), and anemia. When do I need a Coggins test? Anytime you are transporting a horse across the state line, a Coggins test is required. A Coggins is usually needed for shows, sales or boarding at a new boarding facility. The doctor will take a blood sample from your horse and send it to our state lab (ODA) for testing. It takes approximately 14 days for the results of the test to be returned to our office. If you need your Coggins sooner, a rush service is available for an additional fee. A Coggins test is generally valid for 6-12 months. When do I need to get a Health Paper for my horse? Whenever you travel with your horse, in or out of state, you should have a certificate of veterinary inspection or health paper. A Health Paper is valid for 30 days. When should I vaccinate my horse for West Nile Virus? In our area of Ohio the vaccine should be administered in the spring at least 4 weeks prior to mosquito season. We recommend vaccinating twice each year; in early April then again in late summer usually by the end of August. Why is it important to have my horse's teeth floated? Floating is important to your horse's general health. Keeping the mouth in good health allows your horse to completely chew its food, unlocking the nutrients from their food. Who should I call to float my horse's teeth? Your veterinarian is the best choice when it comes to floating teeth. Not only can they provide proper dental care and floating, but they can evaluate your horse's health, administer sedation and pain medication (if needed) and make nutritional recommendations. How often should my horse's teeth be floated? Just as people can have misaligned teeth, so can horses. In addition, a horse's teeth continue to grow. Floating frequency will depend on how your horse's teeth grow and wear. An annual oral exam is recommended to determine if floating is needed. Most commonly, horses need floated every 1 to 2 years, starting as yearlings. Do you know any Farriers who provide services in the area? Please call our clinic for referrals. (This information is provided as a convenience to the viewer. Wellington Veterinary Clinic accepts no responsibility for the services provided by these individuals.)
Rob Stone (440) 213-0859 Wakeman Jeremiah Bell (419) 606-3893 Ashland Saying good bye to your beloved horse is never easy, but when the time comes there are several things to consider. One of our large animal doctors can help you with the euthanasia process. Another thing to consider is how to bury or dispose of the horse's body. There are some dead stock haulers in the area that can assist you with disposal. Please contact one of them to make arrangements. We are aware of a few haulers:
George Flescher 330-825-2544 or 330-388-6161 Periodically we host educational seminars for our horse clients to learn about health care issues. In February 2005, Ft. Dodge sponsored a meeting for our equine clients and brought in a speaker who spoke about "Current Equine Disease Threats". He presented information on West Nile Virus, Equine Protozoal, Myeloencephalitis, Rabies, and Tetanus. In January 2007, the seminar was regarding "Emergency Medicine and First Aid" (What to do before the vet arrives!). Dr. Matthew Klingman spoke on how to handle various emergency situations. In February 2008, Trent Audrey from Purina and Dr. Matthew Klingman spoke about Equine Nutrition and Equine Digestive System. The program was sponsored by Ft. Dodge. Health Care for: Dogs & Cats | Alpaca | Livestock & Farm Animals |
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