Prairie Creek Veterinary Services

04/24/2025

If you need to pick up a medication please come during our office hours when we have clinic appointments. We can make other arrangements if these times don’t work for you. When we’re scheduled out on farm calls the office may be closed. Thank you!

04/23/2025

Good Read!

April showers bring…

…the increased risk of your horse developing a skin condition like rain rot, a contagious bacterial skin disease (often mistaken for a fungal condition) called dermatophilosis which is caused by the bacterium "Dermatophilus congolensis.”

How does rain rot happen?
The organism responsible for rain rot lives in the outer layer of the skin; if the skin is compromised by too much moisture or cracks, or if the horse has a weaker immune system, it’s easier for the pathogen to activate and establish an infection that causes from pinpoint to large, crusty scabs (pro tip: Your horse will NOT thank you for picking at them!).

Why should you not mistake rain rot for a fungal disease?
Antifungal medications and topicals have no effect on the bacteria responsible for rain rot, therefore diagnosing the condition correctly is critical! If left untreated, the condition can even progress to a point where it opens the door for more serious, secondary skin infections. It’s also important to note that this organism is contagious and may be passed to other horses by tack, equipment or insects, therefore disinfection of equipment is vital to prevent spread.

If you suspect your horse has rain rot, be sure to consult your veterinarian on the best treatment plan. While there are a million over-the-counter products available, your horse doctor may have cause to prescribe a specific course of action based on the severity of your horse's case.

04/22/2025

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04/18/2025

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04/17/2025

As we approach Easter, beware of these pet hazards!🐣🐰

04/14/2025

VECTOR CONTROL AROUND HORSES: WHY IT MATTERS

Bug season is right around the corner! Besides being very irritating, it's important to remember that some of these insects can spread infection and disease to your horse (and, in some cases, to you as well). Therefore, a smart strategy is to control the problem before it gets out of hand and minimize populations from the beginning.

The attached infographic contains some suggestions to get you started. Please keep in mind that there are many variations of these suggested programs that will still meet the same goals and follow the same principles.

As always, reach out to your veterinarian for recommendations suitable for your horse’s specific situation!

04/10/2025

We forgot to post that we saw these cuties a couple weeks back. Happy Thursday!

03/26/2025

03/26/2025

We will be closed the afternoon of Wednesday, March 26th through Sunday, March 30th. There will be NO large animal emergency coverage for these days. Large animal coverage will resume Monday, March 31st.
If you are in need of any medications please call the office at 616-244-3496 to arrange a pick up.
If you have a small animal emergency or urgent need while we are closed please contact:
Cedar Animal Hospital at 616-696-1212
Or
Animal Emergency Hospital 616-362-9911
For any equine emergencies please contact Classic Equine at (616) 292- 1168
Thank you for your support and understanding. 🐶🐱🐴

03/24/2025

Many common household plants are toxic to dogs, so it's important to know which are safe and what signs to look for if they do eat one that they shouldn't.

03/22/2025

Even though essential oils are natural and widely used, it doesn’t necessarily mean they are safe to use on or around your pets. Learn more about the safety of essential oils.

03/20/2025

Pet Poison Awareness week is observed the third week of March.

Watch our Facebook for posts and articles on pet poisons to help raise awareness!

Keeping your pets safe from household poisons, toxic cleaning and yard products, and pesticides is important. Here are some products to avoid.

03/13/2025

Need a gift for your fellow animal lover? Or a new addition to your keychain? Stop in and look at our selection of resin keychains!🐾They are $3 each!

03/12/2025

Spring is just around the corner! ☀️
If you are in need of a farm call appointment for equine vaccines and/or coggins before May 1st, please give the office a call at 616-244-3496 to get that scheduled! As spring nears appointments will fill quickly.