Full Circle Equine Veterinary Services

05/28/2026

Yesterday, Dr. Caldwell, Stefan, and Lexie had the opportunity to attend a Large Animal Rescue Course, an incredibly valuable hands on experience focused on real life emergency situations involving horses and livestock.

A huge thank you to Equine Guelph for organizing and running such an important course, and to Hamilton Mounted Police Services for their involvement and support throughout the day. It was an excellent experience working alongside first responders, instructors, and fellow professionals dedicated to improving large animal emergency response and safety.

We are grateful for the opportunity to continue learning and strengthening the skills needed to help both horses and their handlers in emergency situations.🚨🚒🚓

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05/22/2026

Some weeks in veterinary medicine are heavier than others.

This past week, we said goodbye to some truly incredible horses, and those losses are felt deeply by our entire team. While caring for horses is our profession, loving them comes naturally, and with that comes heartbreak too.

We grieve alongside their owners, and we carry each patient with us long after the appointments end. Thank you for trusting us with your horses through every stage of their lives, including the hardest ones. 🤍🕊

05/19/2026

🐴✨ Please join us in welcoming Emily to the team this summer! ✨🐴

Emily has just completed her first year at the Ontario Veterinary College and will be spending the summer with us out on the road learning alongside our veterinarians and helping care for our wonderful patients.

We are excited to have her with us as she continues her journey in veterinary medicine, and we look forward to sharing some of her experiences throughout the summer. If you see Emily at the barn, be sure to say hello and welcome her to the team! ☀️🩺

05/14/2026

✨ Talk about a full-circle moment ✨

From spending time learning with our team to officially completing her clinical studies at the Ontario Veterinary College, Kelly is now preparing for graduation and her next chapter: a Large Animal Internship at OVC.

Seeing students discover their passion for equine medicine and turn it into a career is something we never take for granted.

We are so proud of you, Kelly, congratulations on this exciting next step… and on floating your own horses’ teeth along the way! 🐴🎓💚✨

05/12/2026

☀️🐴 Long weekends can get busy, so we wanted to send out a quick reminder before the Victoria Day holiday. If your horse requires any medications or prescription refills, please contact our office ahead of time. Medication orders must be placed by Wednesday, May 13th to ensure everything is ready for pick up before the weekend!

We will also continue to be available for emergency care during the holiday weekend if needed.

Thank you for planning ahead, and we hope everyone has a safe and happy long weekend! ☀️🐴

05/11/2026

💚Knowing your horse’s normal TPR (temperature, pulse, and respiration) is one of the simplest and most valuable things you can do as an owner.💚

Changes in these vital signs can often be one of the earliest indicators that something isn’t quite right, sometimes before obvious clinical signs appear.
By checking and recording your horse’s TPR when they’re healthy, you’ll be more confident recognizing when something changes and be able to provide your veterinarian with important information if concerns arise.

If your horse’s readings fall outside the normal range, or they just seem off, don’t hesitate to contact your veterinarian. Early recognition and treatment can make all the difference.

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05/09/2026

🌾Vitamin E: A Commonly Overlooked Nutrients in Horses🌾

When we think about supporting performance, muscle health, and overall wellness in horses, vitamin E often doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Vitamin E plays a critical role in multiple body systems, including:
- Muscle function
- Nerve health
- Immune support
- Reproductive health
- Protection against oxidative stress

As a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E helps protect cells from damage caused by everyday metabolism, exercise, illness, and inflammation. It’s especially important for maintaining healthy muscle and nerve tissue.

So where do horses get it?
Fresh green pasture is the horse’s most natural source of vitamin E.

The challenge?
Once grass is cut, dried, and stored as hay, vitamin E levels decline significantly over time. This means horses on hay-based diets, especially those with limited pasture access, may not be getting enough, even if they’re receiving a balanced ration. Some horses may show no obvious signs early on, but low vitamin E levels can sometimes contribute to:

- Poor topline development
- Difficulty building or maintaining muscle
- Reduced performance or stamina
- Muscle soreness or weakness
- Neurologic concerns in more severe cases

Since vitamin E isn’t stored efficiently in the body, consistent daily intake matters. If your horse is in regular work, has limited pasture access, or you’re noticing unexplained muscle or performance concerns, vitamin E status may be worth discussing with your veterinarian.

05/06/2026

We know it’s late, and many owners hesitate to call because they don’t want to disturb us. We truly appreciate how considerate that is. But when it comes to your horse, please don’t wait. If something feels off, if your horse seems uncomfortable, or if your gut is telling you something isn’t right, call us. We would always rather get the late night emergency call than hear in the morning that your horse has been struggling or uncomfortable through the night. Early intervention can make a big difference, and we are here to help when your horse needs us most. We’re here for your horse, and we’re here for you. 💚 Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to this music. This video was recorded safely and hands free while travelling between calls. Safety always comes first.

04/29/2026

Have you tried our PetCare app yet? 💚 stay connected to your horses care! *we don’t not own the rights to the music used in this reel. The client profile shown is not real and is for demonstration purposes only.*

04/25/2026

Today is World Veterinary Day, and we’re celebrating the people at the heart of what we do! 💚

Early mornings, late nights, emergency calls, and everything in between, being a veterinarian is so much more than a job.

Dr. Molson, Dr. Caldwell, and Dr. Markey, thank you for your hard work, knowledge, and unwavering commitment to the horses and clients we serve.

We also want to recognize veterinarians everywhere for their dedication to animal health and welfare. Your impact reaches far beyond what’s seen.