Quail Run Veterinary Services

09/29/2025

First Aid Kit Must Have:
🚑 Always keep a digital thermometer in your horse’s first aid kit. Normal equine temperature = 99–101.5°F. Knowing this early helps your vet BIG time!

09/26/2025

🦷 Quidding (dropping food) is often a sign of sharp points or dental pain. Regular dental checks = happier chewing and better weight maintenance.

09/24/2025

Fall mornings = coffee in one hand, QRVS sweatshirt in the other. ☕🍁
Stay warm while showing off your barn pride with our jackets, hoodies, tees, and hats. Get yours before the cold really hits!

09/22/2025

Did you know? Our MetronMind IQ software measures 25+ values on hoof radiographs and photographs. That means more precision, better baseline records, and early detection of problems before they start.

09/19/2025

💡🐴 Did you know…?
Some of the most common questions we get at QRVS are about:
✔️ 5-panel genetic testing – what it is and why it matters for breeding decisions
✔️ Wound treatments – which treatments should be used for different wounds
✔️ Coggins testing – why it’s more than “just paperwork” for your horse

We’ve put together easy-to-read blogs on each of these topics so you can feel confident in your horse care decisions. 🐮🐴

👉 Check them out now on our website: https://quailrunvet.com/education.html

📲 Have a question you’d like us to cover in a future blog? Drop it in the comments—we’d love to hear from you!

For starters, Coggins is a test not a disease. The Coggins Test is a diagnostic tool to analyze a horse’s blood for the presence of antibodies to Equine Infectious Anemia Virus (EIAV). Blood is drawn by an accredited veterinarian and submitted with paperwork, indicating the horse’s markings and ...

09/17/2025

Tip of the Week:
Spring and fall grass can be extra high in sugars, which is risky for horses prone to laminitis (founder). Watch turnout time if your horse has metabolic issues. Not sure if your horse does, contact QRVS today for an exam.

09/15/2025

"Good news, QRVS family! 💙
We’ve added new forms on our website to help make your next appointment smoother. From pre-purchase exams to treatment consent forms, you can now get a head start before we even arrive at your barn.
📲 Hop on the website and take a look—it’s all about making animal care easier for you!"

Heading out of town and arranging care for your horses? This form authorizes your designated caretaker to make decisions on your behalf during your absence.

09/12/2025

😂 "Caption this photo! 🐴"

09/10/2025

"MYTH: Hoof cracks are always just cosmetic.
✅ FACT: Some cracks can indicate deeper structural issues. That’s where radiographs + regular farrier care come in!"

09/08/2025

✨ "It’s Monday Motivation time—show us your barn helper! 🐴🐶🐮 Drop a pic of your best 4-legged sidekick below!"

09/05/2025

"Barn chores are always better in comfy gear! 💙
Check out our QRVS sweatshirts, jackets, tees, and hats—perfect for chilly mornings, vet calls, or just repping your favorite vet team. 🐮🐴
➡️ Stop by https://rivalsinc.com/quailrunvet/shop/home and grab yours today!"

09/03/2025

🐴🐮 "Fall is coming! 🍂 Now’s the time to plan dental checks, vaccines, and herd health updates before winter. Call QRVS to get on the schedule!"