Elemental Veterinary Services

11/08/2026

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11/04/2026

This horse presented with a foul smell and unilateral nasal discharge.

Upon examination, mobile molars were identified, and radiographs confirmed an underlying infection. Extraction was recommended to eliminate the source of infection and protect neighboring viable teeth.

A nerve block was performed for patient comfort. Due to the horse’s age and minimal remaining clinical crown, extraction was a little more tedious than usual.

Horses generally adapt incredibly well to dental extractions! With proper aftercare, they can continue eating comfortably and maintain an excellent quality of life.

The takeaway: Foul-smelling, one-sided nasal discharge can be a sign of dental disease. Don’t overlook the importance of a thorough oral examination!

10/21/2026

Days like today make everything worth it ❤️

10/15/2026

It's not every day I am near a Chick-fil-A but when I am, I need to get a sandwich. What's your favorite lunch spot when you are out on the road? Dr. Holly McMinn | Horse Vet

10/09/2026

Can you guess what is wrong with these incisors?

Diagonal bite!
Did you know that a horse's front teeth tell the story of what’s happening in the back? 🐴 A diagonal incisor bite (or slant mouth) is rarely just a front-tooth issue. It usually means the cheek teeth are wearing unevenly, restricting the jaw's natural side-to-side chewing motion. Regular, balanced dental work keeps the whole system aligned from front to back!

08/30/2026

BEFORE & AFTER: The Power of Consistency ⏱️

Lower leg injuries in horses are every owner’s nightmare. Because there is so little soft tissue coverage and constant movement from the joints, even minor-looking cuts below the knee or hock can quickly turn sideways. Wounds in these areas are highly prone to chronic inflammation, infection, and the dreaded overgrowth known as proud flesh.

These photos show the progress of a lower leg wound before and almost 2 weeks later.

SWIPE to see what happens when you combine daily commitment with proper wound management:
🔴 Day 1: A ragged, contaminated woundbed traps dirt and bacteria, keeping the body stuck in a painful, inflammatory cycle.
🌸 Day 12: Thanks to regular cleaning, proper medications, and appropriate protection the wound has filled in with a clean, healthy, and perfectly flat bed of granulation tissue!

08/27/2026

08/25/2026

🚨 EMERGENCY VET CALL 🐴Come with me on a late-night emergency call to treat a horse with a fetlock laceration. This sweet boy got into a bit of trouble and needed immediate stitches to close up a deep cut near his joint. Watch the process of how we clean, numb, and carefully suture the wound to get him back on the road to recovery!

Clean wounds and quick action make all the difference. 🩺✨

08/15/2026

TEAM SPOTLIGHT: Meet Alli! ✨

Behind every great equine veterinary team is someone who keeps things moving, pays attention to the little things, and is always ready to learn—and that’s exactly what Alli brings to EVS. 🐴🩺

Hardworking, detail-oriented, and genuinely excited to continue learning, Alli has become a crucial part of our team. She’s always willing to jump in, ask questions, expand her knowledge, and help make sure our patients receive the best care possible.

She understands that great veterinary care doesn’t stop when we leave the ranch—it also means helping owners understand their horse’s health and giving them the knowledge they need to make informed decisions.

And now for the fun stuff… 👀

🎬 Her horse has Hollywood credits: her horse has appeared in the hit show Yellowstone!

🐕 Her Labrador knows more tricks than most husbands. 😂

🚛 She holds a Class A license—because apparently working with horses wasn’t enough of a challenge!

We’re incredibly grateful to have Alli as part of our team. Her work ethic, curiosity, attention to detail, and passion for horses make her someone we can count on—and someone our clients and patients are lucky to have in their corner. ❤️

Help us give Alli a little love in the comments! 👇

08/12/2026

Our patients unloading for their floats.

These guys are Belgian drafts. They are 17.2 hands with room to grow, every bit of 1,300lbs, & pretty as can be! Traditional trailers can be too short for them to comfortably lift their heads so they travel in a box truck.

We’re glad we were able to help keep these boys comfortable so they can continue working!