Lockwood Veterinary Service

12/09/2025

Today is dedicated to recognizing the vital work of veterinarians, vet techs, and staff in promoting animal health, welfare, and public health, highlighting the interconnectedness of human and animal well-being.

11/21/2025

Please stay up to date on all travel requirements.

URGENT UPDATE: EECVI Permits for Equine Travel Temporarily Suspended

Due to a multi-state EHV outbreak linked to equine events, states are no longer accepting EECVI movement permits for horses.

✋ Do NOT issue new EECVIs
✅ GVL CVIs are still accepted and can be used instead
📞 Contact the destination state animal health officials before ANY equine movement
⚠️ Additional restrictions may be in place

We'll update you when EECVI movement permits are accepted again. Thank you for helping protect equine health during this outbreak.

Get the latest updates 👉 https://hubs.la/Q03Vh9bT0

11/20/2025

EHV-1 has everyone in the horse world on high alert right now, and understanding the facts can help bring clarity instead of panic.

What many people don’t realize:

EHV-1 spreads through:
• Direct horse-to-horse contact
• Respiratory droplets
• Contaminated surfaces
• Shared water or feed buckets
• Human hands or clothing that touch an infected horse

This is why limiting exposure helps — but eliminating all risk is impossible.

So while deciding what events to attend is important, it’s just as important to remember that every person’s situation, barn setup, and risk tolerance is different.

What we can all do:
• Practice good biosecurity
• Wash hands & change clothes after visiting other barns
• Don’t share buckets, hay bags, or grooming tools
• Monitor temperatures daily
• Stay home if your horse seems “off”
• Respect others’ decisions, even if they differ from yours

At the end of the day, we all love our horses and want to protect them. Fear doesn’t have to turn into division.

Be safe. Be smart. Be kind.
We’re in this together — and prayers for every horse, owner, vet, and barn crew working through this right now. 🤍🙏🐴

11/18/2025

Can you say twinning? Phoebe Joy and Percy Newman sure can! With those bandanas on how can you even tell the 2 apart? Either way, they sure are some super cute patients.

11/05/2025

Look at this baby! Just look at him! Mason was the picture of perfection during his first vet appointment with us. A gentleman with the most gentle kisses. We are so excited to watch him grow up.

10/22/2025

Being a super adorable, well-behaved baby is really hard work, but Bryer makes it look easy!

10/21/2025

If you were ever curious about the "why and how" of orange cats, here's a fascinating article.

The iconic coats are due to a mutation not seen in other animals.

08/14/2025

Did you know that 9 million pets a year are faced with itchy skin and are not treated by a veterinarian?
August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month. If your Fuzzy friend is experiencing itchy skin and over-the-counter tricks are no longer working, it may be time to talk to our vets about options to offer relief. Call to schedule today @ 406-252-7392

*statement is based on data provided by a Zoetis Petcare study*

07/27/2025

Zoe Friez, you were the winner of the kitten basket.
Ben Herbst, you were the winner of the puppy basket.
Congrats, we will call to let you know when you can come pick them up!

07/27/2025

Last preparations are under way. We are so excited to show it off. Come get a taco and check it out.

07/27/2025

Today's the day we've all been waiting for! We're so excited to see all of you. As a reminder, today is for our 2 legged friends. Please refrain from bringing your 4 legged friends today. We'll see you all soon!

07/26/2025

Orbi's Oasis will now be an option for a peaceful and calm area where you can say goodbye to your loved ones knowing that an angel is already waiting there to greet them.