Allegheny Equine Associates

07/28/2026

🌟🌟🌟We're hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Technicians to join our equine-only practice.🌟🌟🌟

Our summer students have been a huge help... but they're heading back to school.

As they get ready to return to classes, we're looking for the next long-term members of our team at Allegheny Equine.

What we're looking for:
✔ Horse experience is required.
✔ A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and someone looking for a long-term position

Whether you're an experienced veterinary assistant, a CVT, or someone with a strong horse background looking to grow in equine medicine, we'd love to hear from you.

Our team works hard, supports one another, and takes pride in providing excellent care to our patients and clients. If you're looking for a place where you can continue to learn and make an impact every day, we'd love to meet you.

📧 Send your resume and a brief introduction to [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!

07/06/2026

Happy National Farrier Week! 🐴🔨

We are incredibly fortunate to work alongside so many talented, hardworking farriers who help keep our patients comfortable, balanced, and performing at their best. From early mornings to long days in the barn aisle, your dedication, skill, and partnership do not go unnoticed.

Thank you to all of the amazing farriers who are such an important part of equine care. We appreciate everything you do for our horses and clients each and every day!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from our Allegheny Equine Family to you and yours! We hope you all have a safe & happy holiday. As a reminder, if emergency services are needed, please reach out to our on call veterinarian at 724-325-4615! 🎆🇺🇸

07/03/2026

Reminder!

Our office will close at Noon today.

We will have an emergency on call veterinarian available for any of your emergency needs. Please call 724-325-4615 if needed 🇺🇸

07/02/2026

🌟 July Employee of the Month: Nancy Helsel! 🌟

Please help us celebrate Nancy Helsel, our July Employee of the Month! 🎉

Nancy has truly hit the ground running at Allegheny Equine. She shows up every day with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to help with whatever is needed, no matter how quickly the day changes or how long it gets.

Her growth over the past several months has been incredible to watch. She’s worked hard to build her skills and knowledge, takes feedback with grace, and consistently goes above and beyond for the team. Most importantly, she genuinely cares about her coworkers, her patients, and doing a good job.

Nancy has become such a valuable part of the team, and we’re so grateful for everything she brings to the clinic each day. Thank you, Nancy! 💙👏

07/01/2026

Reminder!

Our office will have abbreviated hours this Friday, the 3rd in observance of the holiday. Our office staff will be available from 8am-12pm. We will have an emergency on call veterinarian available for any of your emergency needs. Please call 724-325-4615 if needed 🇺🇸

06/18/2026

Happy Veterinary Appreciation Day to our doctors!

Allegheny Equine’s mission is to serve the horse, support the equine community, and continue elevating the standard of care. NONE of that happens without this team. ❤️

Thank you for the long days, emergency calls, endless miles on the road, and the dedication you bring to the clinic every single day. Whether it’s routine care, emergencies, difficult cases, or simply being there, you all continue to show up for this community and the horses we care so deeply about.

We are incredibly grateful for everything you do for Allegheny Equine, our clients, and our patients.

06/06/2026

More info!

Please reference the following resources for additional information regarding New World Screwworm (NWS):

1. Equine Disease Communication Center Factsheet: https://equinediseasecc.org/handler/managedfilehandler.ashx?id=103&ext=pdf

2. USDA Map of Current Outbreak: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/current-status?page=1

3. USDA Myth Buster Sheet:https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/nws-myth-busters.pdf

4. USDA New World Screwworm Webinar for Animal Industry: https://youtu.be/0ZdBU0mBXKE?si=Vi7_Aqe8V-3Jy72X

5. AAEP Alert to Equine Practitioners: New World Screwworm Enters the United States:https://aaep.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Alert-to-Equine-Practitioners-FINAL.pdf

06/06/2026

Good information!

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

06/05/2026

🌟 June Employee of the Month: Abby Schultz! 🌟

This month’s Employee of the Month, after a lot of convincing, Abby finally agreed to let us celebrate her. 🎉

As Practice Manager, Abby spends so much of her time making sure everyone else is supported, taken care of, and set up for success. Through the chaos, the constant changes, and the especially busy spring season, she continues to show up with a positive attitude, a smile, and a willingness to jump in wherever she’s needed. Whether that’s helping in the barn, pitching in with treatments, tackling extra hours, or finding solutions to whatever challenge the day throws at her.

Her dedication to the clinic, the team, and creating a fair and sustainable environment does not go unnoticed. She leads with practicality, positivity, and heart, while somehow managing to balance it all with grace and determination.

Thank you, Abby, for everything you do for this team every single day. We appreciate you more than you know! 💙