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StillGrass Veterinarians

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StillGrass Veterinarians

We are a livestock and equine veterinary practice in Northern Illinois.

Our services include primary care, chiropractic and acupuncture therapies, and advanced reproduction technologies.

06/03/2025

Just a quick reminder that county fair season is just around the corner! We're pleased to announce that we will be offering two drive-through health certificate days at our clinic, conveniently located just off Route 71 east of Ottawa.

We've scheduled these dates specifically because an Illinois exhibition health certificate is valid for 90 days. Therefore, a certificate issued on either of these days will cover all of the Illinois county fairs.

To schedule your appointment, please give us a call/text at (815) 240-5600 or send us an email at [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you!

StillGrass Vets
3497 IL-71, Marseilles, IL 61341

05/27/2025

📣 Exciting News from SillGrass Vets! 🐴

We still have recipient mares available for lease! This is a great opportunity for those looking to breed their mares without interrupting their riding schedule.

✨ Dr. Hoyt is available to perform embryo flushes from your donor mare, allowing one of our healthy recipient mares to carry the foal — so your donor mare can stay in training or continue doing what she loves!

Interested in learning more? Contact us today to discuss your options and secure your recipient mare.

📞(815)240-5600
📍 StillGrass Vets – Where your breeding goals become reality!

04/26/2025

Is it bad Doc?!

This little ewe was presented for an unusual swelling that appeared on her lower left side shortly after lambing. Top differentials for this presentation are:

🦠 abscess
🩸 seroma
🩹hernia

After draining serosanginous (bloody) fluid to relieve the pressure, we were able to determine that the ewe was also suffering from a hernia which likely happened during parturition (lambing). The abdominal wall is stretched and weakened during pregnancy and sometimes birthing can be quite traumatic. The abdominal wall or body wall was compromised and now her intestines can slide through the hole in the body wall and are just under the skin.

… so is it bad? Yes, if the intestines get strangulated in the hole, the animal could die. She will also be a poor choice to breed back as she will likely suffer complications from subsequent pregnancies.

04/25/2025

Today we hosted farrier Travis Finn for some cases that needed corrective trimming and shoeing. Conditions treated include:
▪️incorrect hoof pastern angles in a young QH that was causing locking stifles
▪️medial/lateral imbalances that were exacerbating arthritis/ringbone
▪️laminitis
All horses had immediate improvement and some complicated lameness cases now have a clear path forward. The biomechanics of the foot affect the biomechanics of the rest of the limb and body. Having x-ray readily available allows for the most accurate adjustments. Travis Finn will be returning in 5 weeks and we have room on the schedule for a few more horses. If you are interested in some advanced podiatry for your horse, give us a call for more info. Thank you Travis!

04/14/2025

Lambing and kidding season is upon us! StillGrass Veterinarians has prepared a comprehensive kit to support you during this busy time. Our kit includes supplies for both delivery and neonatal care, along with written resources on what to expect, normal parameters, and suggested feeding schedules for your newborns. Additionally, we have high-quality frozen cow colostrum on hand for newborns who may need supplemental nutrition.

As always, we're available to our current clients for emergency care, including assistance with dystocias and c-sections. Please remember that emergency care is most effective when dystocias can be treated at our clinic, so we encourage you to create an emergency transport plan now.

Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to order a kit.

04/09/2025

Breeding season is well underway and today we were collecting oocytes to make ICSI embryos. ICSI is a relatively complicated process, but hopefully this can shed some light on the first steps. Don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like to discuss if ICSI embryo production is a good choice for your breeding goals.

04/01/2025

StillGrass Vets is well into our equine breeding season, with confirmed pregnancies and foals on the ground! We provide a comprehensive range of reproductive services all in one location and have several recipient mares available for lease.

Please contact us via phone, text, or email to request further details and a pricing sheet. If you're new to breeding, we're happy to offer consultations to help you create a plan tailored to your specific needs.

03/11/2025

High quality genetics right here in Central Illinois! We wish you the best Mudge Farms.

02/18/2025

As we head into the new season, it's a great time to review your equine emergency plans and ensure your emergency kits are fully stocked with unexpired medications.

We offer emergency kits to our current clients (seen within the last 12 months and with a $0 balance). These kits contain common medications, basic medical instruments for performing physical exams and treating minor wounds, and clear instructions on their use and how to assess your horse's condition before contacting a veterinarian. To order your kit, please contact us via FB messenger, email at [email protected], or text/call at (815)240-5600.

While our ambulatory services are available for emergencies within 30 miles of our clinic, we strongly recommend that you have a transportation plan in place. Many emergencies are best treated at our clinic, where we can provide a safe, clean environment and comprehensive care, including continued nursing for critical cases.

02/14/2025

We are hiring a farm & ranch hand! Great opportunity to work with livestock in a growing, innovative business offering cutting edge services. If you’re not interested, please share with others.

For more info: www.stillgrass.org/hiring

02/10/2025

“Is it bad, doc!?”

A series of graphic and goofy injuries with positive outcomes. 🙈😳🐴🧰

This gelding ran himself into a tree and has been hiding a large stick under his forelock. He was a good boy for foreign body removal and will make a full recovery. Thank you to the owners for bringing him to us and for letting us share this case! Freckles, your owners already think you are a unicorn, you really didn’t have to prove it to us 🤣

12/16/2024

January 2025 Dentistry Special for Haul-In Appointments

Our new facility is open and operating for equine in-patient and out-patient procedures. To encourage folks to come see our new facility we are having a dental special for the month for January 2025. The special includes a discounted Coggins test for your 2025 riding season.

Drs. Hoyt Rees and Rebecca Holmbeck are committed to your horse’s health! We strive to offer the most recent and effective medical practices in vet med. We can also perform dental radiographs if indicated, treat sinus conditions, and diagnose and treat temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems. Annual dental exams and preventative occlusal balancing are a great way to maintain a vet/client/patient relationship with your veterinarian and ensure the most comprehensive care for your horse.

To schedule an appointment, call or text (815)240-5600

Address

Marseilles, IL

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+18152405600

Website

http://stillgrassvet.com/

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