Garoutte Veterinary Services, LLC

08/20/2026

A few weeks ago Dr. Callie and Staff were able to have an in-depth training on all things Gastroscope. Pictured is Dr. Callie's beloved rope horse; Pat. She had suspected he had gastric ulcers and he in fact did. Lucky for him he is now being treated and on the mend!

Thank you to Boehringer Ingelheim as they provided the training.
So that being said..........
We are adding a portable Gastroscope to our equipment & services list. This is a big undertaking but Dr. Callie believes in offering services your performance animals needs. We look forward to offering a service that will absolutely make a difference for you and your horse.

08/14/2026

"COME BACK"
We had to have one last fun moment!
It is Maleah's last day as she leaves to become a veterinarian!
To say I am proud is not enough. I knew the first day she shadowed at the clinic I would saying goodbye 👋 to her someday.
This profession needs people like Maleah; compassionate, hard working, practical, attentive and understanding. Maleah will absolutely bring great things to the equine world as a veterinarian. Nothing is quite as rewarding as helping to develop the next generation.
It is only goodbye for now.

I will get white coat her at the ISU CVM Class of 2030 white coat ceremony. I am sure tears will flow as I am just so darn proud to have been a small piece of Maleah's journey to become something great, Dr. Maleah Upton!

07/31/2026

Dr. Callie was on a podcast about being a large animal veterinarian!

Check it out at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2444608/episodes/19571630

Thank you Beyond the Green bids for the interview!

Dr. Anne visits with Dr. Callie from Iowa who has her own practice and is doing amazing things!Dr. Callie can be reached at: [email protected]

07/29/2026

As Maleah leaves us to start her journey to become a veterinarian we have a new face here at Garoutte Veterinary Services, LLC

Hannah Peterson

Hey I’m Hannah! I grew up on a cattle farm outside of Jefferson and have always had a passion for large animal veterinary medicine. I graduated from Kirkwood and passed my boards to become a registered vet tech.
In my spare time you can find me at a concert or hanging out with my friends and family. I also love to travel and enjoy taking my dogs, Oscar and Spud, with me any chance I get.
I am excited for this opportunity and look forward to working with everyone!

06/27/2026

Oh Steve you have grown up!
We thought we would bring you all an updated picture of Steve. He will be living his best life as a breeding boar.

Steve also wants to remind you Dallas County Fair is approaching so get your health papers!

And

Unless previously scheduled we are off July 3rd and limited schedule for July 7th through 10th because we serve as the county fair veterinarian.

06/10/2026

Here are some approved sprays for New World Screwworm
In cattle/small ruminants we can use these as well or Dectomax injectable has been conditionally licensed

Several pesticides are currently registered by the Environmental Protection Agency for use against screwworm. Examples of approved equine-labeled products and their active ingredient include the following listed on the graphic. For a full list of approved products and their associated species, visit:https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/pesticides-for-nws.pdf

An example of an approved product for the outside surfaces of buildings and perimeter treatment is EP152 EW Insecticide (Environmental Science US LLC) with active ingredient Zeta-Cypermethrin. Additionally, DeltaGard Fly Insecticide products (Environmental Science US LLC) with active ingredient Deltamethrin is approved for this use.

The AAEP has also published New World Screwworm Infestation (Disease) Guidelines. View this resource here: https://aaep.org/resource/aaep-infectious-disease-guidelines-new-world-screwworm/

06/08/2026

Dallas County Fair exhibitors
We are approaching that time of year we can start knocking out health checks.

Horses, cattle & goats 30 days (june 7th)
Sheep 14 days (june 23rd)
Swine 7 days (june 30th)

Reach out via text 515-822-1974 or email & we will get you scheduled.
[email protected]

06/05/2026

New World Screw worm information
Only identified in Southern Texas currently

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has provided an important update on New World Screwworm which has been detected in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas. Read the full press release here: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-presence-new-world-screwworm-united-states

General information about New World Screwworm (NWS) can be found in the text below and in the attached infographic.

The adult screwworm fly is about the size of a common housefly (or slightly larger), with orange eyes, a metallic blue or green body, and three dark stripes along its back. It gets its name from the behavior of its larvae (maggots) as they burrow (screw) into the wound, feeding as they go. The maggots (larvae) cause extensive damage by tearing at the hosts’ tissue with sharp mouth hooks. The wound can quickly become enlarged and deeper as more maggots hatch and feed on living tissue.

Because they feed on live flesh, NWS maggots may burrow deep into wounds or openings, while other species of maggots may appear around the outer surface of the wound. In addition, even the smallest wounds have the potential to attract flies, so it is imperative that you keep a close eye on your animals for any signs of wounds.

Lastly, NWS infestations are a reportable disease! Immediately report any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations to a local accredited veterinarian, your State Animal Health Official, or a USDA veterinarian.

For more information, reference this resource from the U.S. Department of Agriculture: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/stop-screwworm

05/25/2026

Free because of the brave.

05/15/2026

Exciting News!

We now have two-way texting for our current clients. This new feature will allow us to send invoices, documents, consent forms, and follow up messages directly to the phone number we have on file. You can opt out of this feature at anytime if desired.

We will still have our regular office phone in service for appointment scheduling.

We are excited to implement this into the practice. Thank you all for your continued support.