Serenity Hills Ranch llc

11/22/2025

Equine herpesvirus (EHV) is a family of equine viruses named by numbers including EHV-1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 with EHV-1,3,4 posing the most risk for domestic horses. EHV is a common DNA virus that occurs in horse populations worldwide. The two most common species are EHV-1 and EHV-4.

11/21/2025

Hey everyone, we just had a confirmed case in Larimer County Please please please be extra cautious. There are spray bottles in the barns to use on your boots,hands and clothes when you come and go. People, clothing and tack are the biggest transporter of this virus, so even going to places like big r where people have horses would shop at, could potentially bring a risk of carrying it to your horse. Currently, we are only going to allow vets and Farriers on premises please no lessons, body workers, or PEMF at this time. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or text.
To be clear, owners are still welcome to come and go just please use safe biosecurity.
Thank you

11/21/2025

11/20/2025

URGENT HEALTH & SAFETY NOTICE

Due to the current EHV-1 outbreak situation in other states, Serenity Hills Ranch is immediately suspending ALL haul-ins and haul outs until further notice.

This decision is being made to protect the health and safety of every horse on our property. We will reopen to outside horses as soon as it is safe to do so. 

Thank you for your understanding during this critical time.

Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) today issued an alert to Texas horsemen of an outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) reported by Texas veterinarians after the recent World Championship Barrel Racing (WPRA) Finals in the Waco area on November 5-9. Commissi...

11/20/2025

Here are the questions discussed in the conversation on the live A and A: continue asking questions and we will answer throughout the day.

1. Should producers cancel this weekend?
- Answer: Yes, they should cancel.

2. How would you advise neighboring states to proceed with horse events?
- Answer: Less movement of horses will help resolve the outbreak faster.

3. Is BVH aware of cases outside of the Waco horses?
- Answer: Currently, only aware of cases in Waco, but expect potential spread.

4. Is this contagious to humans?
- Answer: No, it is not contagious to people.

5. Can someone who attended these races get a test at the clinic?
- Answer: Yes, they can screen horses and we will do trailer-side examinations.

6. How do you advise other disciplines to respond?
- Answer: Be discipline-specific, vaccinate, take temperatures, and practice good biosecurity.

7. Is there any risk that farriers could transmit this from barn to barn?
- Answer: Unlikely, as farriers are typically careful about infectious disease transmission.

8. How do people get vaccines without bringing their horse to the clinic?
- Answer: Vaccines require a veterinary exam, either at the clinic or on the farm, call and we can schedule this for you.

9. When do you suggest getting boosters?
- Answer: If the last vaccines were given more than 90 days ago, then as soon as possible to increase antibodies and slow virus spread.

10. What is your choice for disinfecting tech buckets, the barn, etc.?
- Answer: Avoid bleach, use accelerated hydrogen peroxide, phenols, or quaternary ammonia products. (rescue or companion)

11. How long will the virus last on surfaces if not disinfected?
- Answer: 2 days on dry surfaces, up to 2 weeks on wet surfaces.

12. Can horses have the virus without fever or nasal discharge?
- Answer: Yes, they can still be potentially contagious.

13. Can lysine or other products help prevent or build immunity?
- Answer: No, lysine and zinc have not been effective. Vaccines are the best prevention.

14. What is a normal horse temperature?
- Answer: 99 to 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on environmental conditions.

15. Is it okay to ride your horse at home if they were exposed but have no symptoms?
- Answer: Yes, but be smart about separating horses and avoid sharing tack.

16. If a horse had recent exposure in the last two days and is not vaccinated, should they be vaccinated now?
- Answer: Yes, vaccination can help reduce virus shedding and spread.

10/24/2025

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Fall Veterinary Clinic Scheduled for Oct 18th
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07/18/2025

Fun Friday
Who's picking up food at the drive through on their way to Silverdale, WA?

Clinic starts today! Purchase a spectator pass on our website:
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See you there!