Harbour Ridge Equine

11/02/2026

A negative Coggins is more than a requirement for travel, shows, or boarding—it’s an important part of protecting our equine community.

Do you know what your horse’s Coggins test actually screens for? Take a moment to learn about Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), how it spreads, and why routine testing matters.

Thank you to the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) for sharing this important information.

Have questions about your horse’s Coggins testing? Give our office a call!

Most equine owners know a negative Coggins test is needed to cross state lines, enter a competition, or board at a barn. But what does “negative Coggins” actually mean? 🐴

A Coggins is a blood test, performed only by USDA-approved laboratories, that checks for antibodies to Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). EIA is a potentially fatal, blood-borne viral disease that causes persistent infection in equids nearly worldwide. It is most commonly spread through contaminated needles, syringes, surgical instruments, dental equipment, and blood transfusions, and it can also be transmitted by biting flies.

⚠️ Clinical signs can range from acute illness to no apparent signs at all, but the infection never goes away. Once a horse tests positive, it is a lifelong source of transmission. With no vaccine or treatment available, owners can only choose between lifelong quarantine and humane euthanasia to prevent outbreaks.

Learn more about EIA:
🔗 AAEP: Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) Disease Guidelines – AAEP
🔗 Equine Disease Communication Center: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-infectious-anemia

11/02/2026

Meet Dr. Alyson Rogers! Originally from South Florida, Dr. Rogers graduated from St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical training at Auburn University.

After graduation, she completed an internship at the Peterson Smith Advanced Fertility Center in Ocala, where she gained valuable experience in equine reproduction and neonatal medicine. She later continued with Peterson Smith Equine Hospital’s ambulatory team. Her experience includes reproduction, general wellness, emergency care, lameness, internal medicine, dermatology and ophthalmology.

We’re proud to have Dr. Rogers as part of the Harbour Ridge Equine team.

11/01/2026

If your horse is injured or something doesn’t seem right, don’t wait to make the call. Contact your veterinarian in an emergency. Prompt evaluation is important, especially with wounds that may require stitches or other treatment. The sooner your vet can assess the injury, the better they can determine the appropriate next steps.

We are here for you.

10/31/2026

Forget ghosts and haunted houses. Want to know what really scares horse owners?

“Aren’t they supposed to have four shoes?”
Mystery leg swelling.
An untouched breakfast.
Your horse staring suspiciously at their flank.
Loading the trailer for a show and realizing the Coggins is expired.

And, of course…

“Hey, is that your horse running down the driveway?”

Now THAT is scary.

Happy Halloween from all of us at Harbour Ridge Equine!

10/30/2026

As horses age, their health needs change, making routine veterinary care even more important. Regular wellness exams, bloodwork, dental care, nutrition and weight monitoring, and mobility support can help keep senior horses comfortable and healthy. Watch for changes in weight, appetite, energy, movement, or behavior. Small changes can sometimes be early signs of a bigger issue.

Let us help you create a care plan tailored to your senior horse’s needs.

Harbour Ridge Equine - Visit our Equine Veterinary clinic at 5478 SW Ludlum Street, Palm City, FL 34990 or call (561) 744-9026 to schedule, today!

10/29/2026

Is your horse ready for show season? Before you load up the trailer and hit the road, make sure your horse is ready! Here's a quick show-season health checklist to keep in mind:

✔️ Coggins: Check expiration dates and make sure your paperwork is current.
✔️ Vaccinations: Review your horse's vaccination status and make sure they're up to date.
✔️ Preventative Care: Stay on top of routine wellness exams, parasite control, and other preventative needs.
✔️ Performance Changes: Noticing stiffness, resistance, or changes in movement? Address concerns before heading into the show ring.

A successful show season starts with a healthy, comfortable horse. Taking care of the little things now can help prevent bigger problems down the road! The Harbour Ridge Equine team is here to help you and your horse prepare for the season ahead.

10/29/2026

In our last post we mentioned us using Alpha2EQ but what exactly is it? Alpha2EQ is an orthobiologic therapy made from your horse’s own blood. The process isolates alpha-2-macroglobulin (A*M), a naturally occurring protein that helps target enzymes involved in inflammation and tissue breakdown.

Why do we use it? By concentrating A*M and delivering it directly to an area of inflammation, Alpha2EQ gives us another option for managing joint inflammation, osteoarthritis and certain soft tissue injuries. Because it comes from the horse’s own blood, it allows us to use the body’s own biological resources as part of an individualized treatment plan.

Another benefit is that Alpha2EQ is drug-free with no competition clearance time associated with the product. At HRE, we evaluate the individual horse, identify where the problem is coming from, and choose the therapy that makes the most sense for that patient.

10/29/2026

It starts with a blood draw. Here, Dr. Todd is drawing blood as part of the Alpha2EQ treatment process.

Alpha2EQ is an autologous treatment option, meaning it utilizes components derived from the patient’s own blood, and may be used as part of an individualized approach to managing joint inflammation.

Joint care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Alpha2EQ is one of the treatment options available to veterinarians for managing joint inflammation in certain patients.

Whether Alpha2EQ is appropriate for your horse depends on several factors, which is why a veterinary evaluation is an important first step. Have questions about the treatment options available for your horse? Talk with the Harbour Ridge Equine team.

10/28/2026

Stallion owners this is for you: think ahead of breeding season.

When is the best time to think about collecting your stallion? Before you actually need the semen.

Planning ahead gives you and your veterinarian time to discuss your breeding goals and determine the appropriate plan for collection, semen evaluation and freezing or storage when applicable. Whether you’re planning for the upcoming season or thinking about preserving semen for future use, starting the conversation early can make the process much smoother.

Harbour Ridge Equine offers comprehensive reproductive services for both mares and stallions through our Reproduction Center. https://harbourridgeequine.com/equine-reproduction/stallions/

10/27/2026

Harbour Ridge Equine is proud to sponsor the Caloosa Horse Show Series! This month the rain stayed away, but the Florida heat certainly showed up.

Congratulations to all the riders on a great show, and thank you to everyone who made the event a success!

We’ll see you next month!