Sunrise Equine Veterinary Services

04/27/2026

Grazing season is near but not here yet. Before hooves hit the grass, here are 5 key steps to prep pastures before grazing your horse. 🐴🌱

🛑 Wait to graze until plant heights average 6 to 8 inches.
🦷 Schedule a routine dental exam.
🔨 Check and repair fencing.
💧 Clean and fill water sources.
🪱 Work with your vet to perform a f***l egg count and deworm accordingly.

04/03/2026

Did you know we offer Arthramid® as an option for joint therapy? This product works differently than some of the other injectable products we use. Learn more about how Arthramid® can help support joint health and long-term mobility—especially for horses with mild to moderate arthritis. 👇

You hear the term ‘arthritis’ a lot, but what about what comes before?

Synovitis is the inflammation of the joint lining that hides beneath the surface and is one of the key contributors to arthritis if left unmanaged.

Arthramid’s 2.5% iPAAG, integrates into the synovial membrane stabilizing the joint capsule and increasing elasticity, which in turn reduces the onset of synovitis and its harmful effects. The improved function of the synovium further improves the nature of the synovial fluid within the joint itself, ultimately restoring the joint to healthy function (homeostasis).

The best outcomes start with early management. Protect your horse’s future with Arthramid®.

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04/01/2026

DO YOU KNOW WHAT CAUSES GRASS FOUNDER?

Spring is a wonderful time of the year, but it may be the beginning of some serious problems for horses vulnerable to grass founder — like horses that are over the age of 10, easy keepers, overweight or cresty-necked.

Laminitis or founder, as it is commonly called, is inflammation of the laminae of the horse’s foot. Laminae are the delicate, accordion-like tissues that attach the inner surface of the hoof wall to the coffin bone (the bone in the foot). A horse suffering from laminitis experiences a decrease in blood flow to the laminae, which in turn begin to die and separate. The final result is hoof wall separation, rotation of the coffin bone and extreme pain. In severe cases, the coffin bone will actually rotate through the sole of the horse’s hoof where it becomes infected and can ultimately lead to the horse having to be euthanized.

Laminitis can be triggered by different causes, like repeated concussion on hard ground (road founder), grain overload, retained placenta, hormonal imbalance (Cushing’s syndrome), obesity, and lush grass.

In cases of grass founder, the sugar fructans produced by rapidly growing grass stimulates an overgrowth of bacteria in the horse’s large intestine. The bacteria produce and release toxins (endotoxins) that are carried by the bloodstream to the foot where they cause damage to the laminae and small blood vessels.

The best way to deal with laminitis is preventing and managing the causes under your control. Consult your equine practitioner for further information and to formulate a plan tailored to your horse's individual situation. If you suspect laminitis, consider it a medical emergency and notify your veterinarian immediately.

03/27/2026

Don’t miss this FREE webinar about metabolic diseases and laminitis- Wednesday, April 1st! Registration link listed below 👇

HORSE OWNER WEBINAR ALERT! 📢

Join us for our upcoming Horse Owner Education Committee webinar! Our topic will be "Oh Sugar! My Horse is Foundering!"

Join AAEP-member veterinarians Drs. Allie Catalino and Chelsea Folmar for an in-depth discussion about the two most common metabolic disturbances in horses: Cushing's Disease and Insulin Dysregulation. They will take you on a deep dive into diagnosis, treatment and management of these diseases, followed by discussion about laminitis, a common sequela.

Registration is FREE but required. A recording of the webinar will be available if you miss the live event. Register at https://events.zoom.us/ev/Aqk4QqZ8CSEZVzoTjoed1OchP7YIDfrDxmN7sn3bmdtN0eMBkO1X~AhLXYhuX8F4hYAwaFVb5RYYV903KHqLrJKTrAP-zT2spI-fUNInOwEr12A

This informative session is brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

03/25/2026

💉🐴 Ultrasound-Guided Orthopedic Injections for Horses

We’re proud to offer ultrasound-guided injections as part of our lameness and sports medicine services. Using the ultrasound allows us to precisely target structures that can be difficult—or even impossible—to accurately treat with a traditional blind approaches.

✨ Common areas we treat include:
• Neck and back (cervical and thoracolumbar facets)
• Sacroiliac (SI) and Lumbosacral region
• Upper limb joints such as the shoulder, hip, stifle, and elbow
• Tendons and ligaments following injury

Using ultrasound guidance means we can see exactly where the needle is going in real time, improving accuracy, safety, and overall effectiveness of treatment.

Whether your horse is dealing with performance issues or recovering from an injury, ultrasound guidance helps us deliver targeted care with confidence.

📞 Reach out to learn more or schedule an evaluation!

03/23/2026

🐎 Shockwave Therapy: Supporting Healing & Performance ⚡

Shockwave is a powerful, non-invasive treatment option to support your horse’s recovery and performance.

🔹 Tendon & Ligament Injuries
Shockwave is commonly used to help manage soft tissue injuries by:
• Stimulating blood flow and healing
• Reducing pain and inflammation
• Encouraging stronger, more organized tissue repair
It’s a great option for conditions like suspensory injuries, bowed tendons, and other ligament strains.

🔹 Neck, Back & Sacroiliac Pain
Shockwave can be very effective for horses dealing with musculoskeletal discomfort by:
• Relieving muscle tension and soreness
• Improving mobility and performance
• Targeting areas like the neck, back, and sacroiliac region

🔹 Wound Healing Support
Shockwave may also be used to:
• Promote circulation to injured areas
• Encourage tissue regeneration
• Support healing of certain wounds and chronic soft tissue conditions

🔹 Respiratory Support (Asthma & EIPH)
Shockwave can also be used over the lungs as an adjunct therapy for horses with:
• Equine asthma
• Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage (EIPH)
This application may help improve comfort and support respiratory function.

💡 Cost-Saving Packages Available
Because shockwave is most effective as a series of treatments, we offer discounted package pricing when multiple sessions are scheduled—helping you provide optimal care while keeping costs manageable.

If you think your horse could benefit from shockwave therapy, reach out to us to learn more or schedule an evaluation!

03/20/2026

🛑 Tick Prevention Starts at the Source!

Following up on our recent post about tick-borne diseases like anaplasmosis, let’s talk about a simple, cost-effective way to reduce ticks in your horse’s environment: tick tubes.

Tick tubes are an easy DIY tool that help break the tick life cycle before they ever reach your horses.

🔬 How do they work?
Ticks often rely on small rodents (like mice and chipmunks) for their early life stages. Tick tubes contain cotton or lint treated with permethrin. Rodents collect this material to build their nests, and the treatment kills ticks living on them—stopping the cycle before ticks move on to larger hosts like horses.

🛠️ How to make them:
• Use toilet paper or paper towel tubes
• Fill with permethrin-treated cotton or dryer lint (let dry before use)
• Place in areas where rodents are active (under logs, brush, or near barns)

🌿 Why this matters:
By targeting ticks at the larval and nymph stages, you can significantly reduce the number of adult ticks in your pasture—meaning lower risk of disease transmission.

⚠️ Important safety tips:
• Always wear gloves and a mask when handling permethrin
• Keep away from water sources, bees, and cats (until fully dried)
• Do not apply permethrin directly to animals

📅 Tick tubes are most effective in spring and summer, but can be used year-round depending on your area.

Want to make your own? Check out this great guide from Ohio State Extension:
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03/19/2026

🕷️Anaplasmosis in Horses: What to Watch For This Spring 🌿

As the weather warms up, ticks are starting to emerge, which means it’s time to be on the lookout for anaplasmosis—a tick-borne disease that can affect horses this time of year. We’ve already seen a few cases this season, and remember, it can take up to a couple of weeks after a tick bite for symptoms to appear.

🔍 What is Anaplasmosis?
Anaplasmosis is a bacterial infection spread by ticks that can cause:
• Fever
• Lethargy and decreased appetite
• Limb swelling (stocking up)
• Ataxia or reluctance to move
• Pale or icteric mucous membranes

🌡️ Be Prepared & Monitor Closely
Make sure you have a thermometer in your emergency kit—it’s one of the most important tools you can have.
• A normal adult horse temperature is ~99–101.5°F
• Anything above 101.5°F is considered abnormal

If your horse seems “off,” checking a temperature is a great first step.

🚨 When to Call the Vet
If your horse has a fever, a veterinarian should be called promptly for an exam. In most cases, we will recommend bloodwork at minimum to help diagnose the issue.
• Sometimes, the organism can even be identified on a blood smear

🕷️ Tick Prevention Tips
With ticks becoming more active, now is the time to:
• Check your horse daily, especially along the mane, tail, underbelly, and between the legs
• Run your hands through their coat to feel for small bumps
• Remove ticks promptly when found
• Keep pastures maintained and minimize brush where ticks thrive

💡 Stay Ahead This Season
Catching anaplasmosis early makes treatment much more straightforward and successful. If your horse develops a fever or seems lethargic, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Read more about this condition on the Equine Disease Communication Center website: https://equinediseasecc.org/handler/managedfilehandler.ashx?id=65&ext=pdf

03/12/2026

🌸 Routine Care Days are filling up FAST! 🌸

Don’t forget to call and get your Routine Care Day appointment on the schedule before spots are gone! With spring around the corner, our calendar is booking up quickly.

And yes… we see that snow in the forecast too ❄️😅 — but don’t let a little snow fool you. Spring will be here before we know it! Now’s the perfect time to lock in your spot.

📅 Check the attached photo for zones and remaining available dates, then give us a call to schedule your appointment. We can’t wait to see you this season!

03/08/2026

💪 Happy International Women’s Day!

Today, we’re honoring the incredible women of Sunrise Equine — our doctors, assistants, and support staff — who dedicate themselves every day to caring for our patients and supporting the people who love them. Their compassion, expertise, teamwork, and heart shine in everything they do.

🦸‍♀️ To celebrate, check out this AI-generated photo of our superhero doctors (can you tell who’s who?), along with snapshots of our amazing women in action, working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our practice thriving.

We’re grateful today—and every day—for the remarkable women who make Sunrise Equine the special place it is!