Oklahoma City Equine Clinic

04/08/2026

03/27/2026

Our partners at AAEP are featuring a Horse Owner Webinar on Equine Metabolic Diseases - this is a perfect opportunity to learn more about the management of the two most common metabolic disturbances in horses.

Best part is that registration is FREE but it is required. A recording will be available if you miss the live event.

Details and registration link are 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.

03/26/2026

🌱🌷Spring is finally making its way to us and that means it is time to freshen up your horse’s wellness routine! 🌷 🌱

Spring is a perfect time to schedule a wellness exam to update vaccines and discuss deworming protocols. Warmer weather brings an increased exposure risk, and it is crucial to get ahead of the season. Our partners at AAEP separate vaccines into two categories core and risk-based vaccines. Core vaccines should be given to ALL equines annually and risk-based vaccines are more dependent on the individual horse. Our veterinarians are happy to talk to you about your horse’s specific needs for the season ahead.

Call our office to schedule your spring wellness appointment – we’d love to see you and your horses!
📞(405)843-1099

03/13/2026

💕There is nothing sweeter than a special moment between a healthy mare and foal. From late night checks to seeing a new foal thrive, these moments remind us why we love what we do. 💕

We are so grateful to be a part of each of our clients’ breeding journey. Congrats to Sherry Gilmore on her beautiful mare and c**t! Thank you for trusting us with their care. 🐴

12/24/2025

OCEC wants to wish you a very happy holiday! 🎅🎄

🎁We will be closed on Wednesday 12/24 through Friday 12/26. 🎁

🚨If there is an emergency, please contact our 24/7 line – 📞(405)-843-1099. 🚨

12/23/2025

The OCEC team had such a fun and festive week last week!🎄🍪

We painted our own portraits of Santa at Pinot’s Palette🎅, then wrapped it up Friday with a Christmas Party🎁 – great food, a white elephant exchange, and a scavenger hunt. Lots of laughs and great memories! 🌟

11/19/2025

🚨IMPORTANT EHV NOTICE FOR OUR CLIENTS AND ALL HORSE OWNERS

There is an active Equine Herpesvirus (EHV) outbreak in Texas traced to a recent event in Waco. This strain is believed to be highly aggressive and has been fatal.

🐴SYMPTOMS
1. Fever
2. Nasal discharge
3. Hind end weakness or wobbliness
4. Loss of tail tone
5. Urine dribbling
6. Some cases progress to EHM, the neurological form of EHV-1, which is a medical emergency

🧬TRANSMISSION
1. Nose-to-nose contact
2. Aerosolized particles
3. Shared equipment (e.g. Water buckets, tack, grooming tools)
4. People (e.g. hands, clothing, boots)
5. From infected mares to foals

To keep everyone safe, we are advising the following:

🌡️Temperature monitoring at home
1. Please take your horse’s temperature twice daily (morning and evening) if your horse was at WPRA Finals or has been to any show or event in the last 14 days.
2. A re**al temperature of 101.5 F is a concern. Call us if you see a fever, nasal discharge, coughing or any stumbling/neurological signs

🚛“Stay on the Trailer” Policy for suspect cases
1. If you are worried about EHV exposure or your horse has a fever, do not unload your horse when you arrive at the clinic
2. Call our front desk from your vehicle on arrival and we will send our team to your trailer to check your horse’s temperature, perform an exam and collect nasal swabs to run stall-side EHV tests

Thank-you for working with us to protect your horses and the wider equine community.

10/21/2025

Do you know how to recognize an eye injury in your horse? 👀

They can be easy to miss - but they are always an emergency. Even small injuries can become serious quickly. 🐴

⚠️Signs to watch include:
•Squinting in sunlight
•Tearing up
•Swelling/ Redness around the eye
•Cloudiness/discoloration
•Discharge
•Bleeding
•Rubbing Eyes on hard surfaces

If you notice any of these signs, call OCEC right away. Quick action is key in protecting your horse’s vision.

📞 405-843-1099 – 24/7 Emergency Line
📍 https://www.oklahomacityequine.com/

10/17/2025

This week at OCEC - we celebrated our amazing vet techs with a breakfast, arts & crafts, and heartfelt appreciation cards!💌🐴

Thank you to our incredible team for all the care and hard work you bring to the clinic daily. We couldn't do it without you all!! 💙

10/15/2025

🐎🍂Colic Prevention in Cooler Months🍂🐎

✔️ Make any dietary changes gradually – introduce new feeds or transition from pasture to hay slowly. 🌾
✔️ Encourage water intake – colder temps or frozen water can decrease how much water your horse drinks. Try soaking feed or offering warm water to boost hydration.💧
✔️ Keep them moving – exercise and turnout help keep the gut active. 🏇

🚨 Even with the best care, colic can still happen. The most important thing is to stay alert and have a plan. If you notice any signs of colic, give us a call right away – every case is serious. 🚨

📞 405-843-1099 - 24/7 emergency line
📍https://www.oklahomacityequine.com/

10/10/2025

Today is recognized as World Mental Health Day – please take a moment with us to acknowledge the importance of mental health – for our clients and those in the veterinary community. Caring for animals is deeply rewarding, but it can also be emotionally demanding, especially when meeting under stressful situations. 💙🐴

✨Today is a good reminder to pause, take a deep breath, and extend patience and kindness – not only to others, but to yourself as well. ✨

For those struggling or who want to make an impact, there are numerous local equine therapy programs available that use the healing connection between people and horses to support mental wellness. We encourage you to reach out and find the one that best suits your needs.

10/01/2025

OCEC is pleased to announce that Dr. Stevens is now offering acupuncture appointments! 🎉

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine technique that involves introducing tiny needles into specific locations on the body. These specialized "acupoints" stimulate a response via body fluids, connective tissue, the nervous system, and/or the endocrine system. Stimulation of these points can have healing effects & restore homeostasis in local and distant tissues.

Acupuncture can be helpful for conditions including but not limited to:

✅ Musculoskeletal problems such as lameness, arthritis, muscle soreness
✅GI conditions such as f***l water syndrome and poor appetite
✅ Skin conditions such as allergies and anhidrosis (non-sweating)
✅ Neurologic problems such as facial or radial nerve paralysis and Sweeny
✅ Respiratory conditions such as asthma
✅Reproductive/urinary conditions such as infertility and poor milk production
✅General pain relief and performance enhancement

It is important to note that while acupuncture can aid in the treatment of many conditions, it is not a cure-all and is often recommended in conjunction with traditional Western medicine diagnostics and treatments. If you're not sure whether acupuncture can help your horse, feel free to ask!

🩺 Dr. Stevens is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist. She completed coursework, labs, internship hours, and a case study through Chi University in Florida. If you are interested in scheduling an acupuncture appointment for your horse, please call the office at 📞 405-843-1099.