Nomad Veterinary Services

10/22/2026

Dr. Colin was recently interviewed, and we’re sharing the article here for anyone who’s interested.

Good idea to look twice when a cow goes down. https://vist.ly/5pceu

10/21/2026

https://www.producer.com/livestock/good-idea-to-look-twice-when-a-cow-goes-down/

Winter tetany is a paralytic condition that can leave cattle unable to stand. Winter feeding can create conditions that increase the risk.

10/21/2026

Another gross photo alert!

Uterine prolapses are one of the more common calving emergencies we see. While we don't know the exact cause, we see them with big calves requiring lots of pushing or with mild calcium deficiency. We do consider them a same day emergency, so this is one of those cases that would have caused your appointment to get bumped this last Spring.

Steps to fix it:
1) Get her calmly into a headgate OR tie both of her legs down and pull her head forward with a halter.
2) Throw an epidural in to prevent pushing.
3) Stuff that entire thing back in. I promise it fits!
4) Throw some stitches in to hold the uterus in for 2-3 days while it involutes (shrinks back down)
5) Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory to prevent infection and provide comfort.

With prompt presentation and a calm patient we save over 90% of these animals and they actually tend to breed back at decent rates all things considered.

Emergencies or general appointments you can reach us at:
403-588-0220

09/29/2026

Hello cattle clients!

With harvest winding down we are expecting preg testing to get busy shortly. We are already getting booked up for next week and have a couple pre booked the week after. I have asked reception to start reaching out to confirm date restrictions and vaccine orders. If you know of restrictions let us know sooner rather than later so we can ensure you are booked in a time that works for you.

Also a good idea to do some mineral testing if you haven't. It was better pasture this year, but we've seen those results all over the place. Any questions on that front I can give you a call to chat options.

See you all soon chute side

Colin

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09/09/2026

**A quick heads up for early preg testing!**

Dr. Colin will be away **September 26th – October 3rd** for a family scuba diving trip with his parents and brother for his mom's 70th birthday. 🤿

While he’s away, **Dr. Vladimir will be covering our large animal appointments**, including preg testing. He's part of and we are hoping to support him as he settles into the Airdrie area.

If you know you’ll need preg testing during that week, please reach out ahead of time to get booked in. This will help make sure Dr. Vladimir can fit you in while Colin is away. Our reception team will still be on and can assist with any questions or record requests if you need small animal care elsewhere that week.

Give us a call or send us a message to get on the schedule!

08/21/2026

Cuteness alert! Two litters done at the same day for Marr Golden Retrievers. Best way to spend a day.

Puppies, dogs, cats, or kittens we are available for preventative care such as vaccines, flea and tick, and worm control.

08/04/2026

On this rare occasion where I was very early for a call I got to make a new friend! Always nice to hang out in the sun with a friendly farm cat.

Who’s your four-legged farm buddy? We'd love to see a picture.

07/12/2026

Attention those with horses near Delburne.

There is a horse loose on township road 37-4 immediately East of town between the lakes. Brie said that it is a sorrel or bay, she didn't get the best look. If you are around the Delburne area please double check your pasture.

Colin

07/07/2026

Donkey's need dental work too! They just sometimes look a little funny since all the tools are made for horse heads 😆

They have very similar problems to horses with sharps cutting in to their cheeks from continual tooth growth. This fellow had some issues with a foul smell coming from his mouth. Just like humans horses and donkeys can get ginvitis (swelling of the gums) which appeared to be the problem here.

06/29/2026