Retama Equine Hospital

06/03/2025

Retama Equine Hospital has permanently closed. Thank you to our community for your support and trust throughout the years! Current clients have been contacted regarding next steps for direct care and the exciting next chapter for this hospital facility. Give our office a call at (210) 651-6375 with any questions.

For those who may have missed our announcement:

We regret to inform you that Dr. Pinder and Dr. Wirth have officially left Retama Equine Hospital. We are grateful for their contributions and wish them well in their future endeavors.

With these changes, we are saying goodbye to the name “Retama Equine Hospital” as we embrace our new chapter as San Antonio Equine Hospital! Under new management, we will undergo significant facility upgrades and team expansion as part of our rebrand and plans for the future. Dr. Rivera and Dr. Thompson are available for scheduled services and emergencies starting June 1st, 2025. Please note that emergency and weekend availability may vary slightly during this time.

Most importantly, we will continue to offer the same great veterinary care you have come to expect. Our commitment to providing high-quality veterinary services remains our highest priority, and we are dedicated to ensuring the well-being of your horses throughout this transition. For the time being, we will not be accepting surgical referrals.

We appreciate your ongoing loyalty and support. Stay tuned for more updates on San Antonio Equine Hospital, and feel free to reach out with any questions or booking requests. We look forward to continuing to support you with your equine veterinary needs.

04/15/2025

Attention Retama Equine Community! As you may have already heard, Dr. Huffman is retiring from Retama Equine Hospital beginning April 19th, 2025. We are so thrilled for Dr. Huffman to enter this next chapter of his life after his lifelong dedication to equine veterinary medicine. Our team has tremendous gratitude for his many years of commitment to our practice, and most importantly, to each of you and your horses.

During this transition, we will not be accepting surgical referrals for the time being. We will be sharing practice updates in the following weeks with more information, so stay tuned!

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding Dr. Huffman’s retirement, or any future bookings, please contact us at (210) 651-6375. We look forward to continuing to support each of you with your equine veterinary needs!

03/21/2025

Shedding season is right around the corner!

If, however, you notice that your equine friend is clinging to their winter coat longer than they should, it might be time to give your veterinarian a call — especially if your animal is 15+.

A long haircoat that fails to shed according to normal seasonal patterns is the most classic sign of Equine Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), also known as Cushing’s disease. This disorder of the pituitary gland results in hormonal imbalances and is one of the most common diseases of middle-aged and geriatric equines.

Early diagnosis and treatment are key to helping animals with PPID live long, happy lives. Without treatment, symptoms tend to worsen over time and many equines are euthanized as a consequence of laminitis, recurrent foot abscesses or complications related to bacterial infections.

It is also important to note that donkeys and mules tend to shed later than horses, so keep this in mind before getting too worried about other underlying causes. As always, if you have concerns about if your equine companion is shedding appropriately, contact your veterinarian.

02/03/2025

If you've visited our clinic over the past couple of weeks you may have noticed a new face - Alexis Tamez. As a 4th year equine veterinary extern student from Texas Tech, she is doing an outstanding job while gaining experience in the field of Equine Medicine. We are delighted to share our expertise and knowledge with her, and we wish her great success as she pursues her dream and already on her way as becoming that great equine veterinarian that everyone will LOVE!Good Luck Alexis🐎🐴🩺💉🔬

02/01/2025

01/08/2025

Welcome to Show Season 2025. As a reminder, confirm that your horses coggins are current and obtain a health certificate if required for your destination. Our team is available to assist you and offers in-house coggins and health certificates. If you have any questions, please let us know.🐴🧲🤠♥️

12/23/2024

Retama Equine Hospital wishes to extend warmest greetings for a joyous Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

We would like to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support throughout the year. We are deeply thankful for our valued clients and customers, as well as the trust you have placed in us regarding the care of your equine companions.

Holiday Hours:
Our office will be closed on Monday, 12/23 afternoon, Tuesday 12/24, and Wednesday 12/25, reopening on 12/26 at 8am. For the New year we will be closed on Tuesday 12/31 and Wednesday, January 1st reopening on the Thursday, January 2nd at 8am. Please note that we will remain available 24/7 for emergency situations as always.

Wishing you and your loved ones a warm and joyful holiday season with friends and family. ☃🐴♥️🥮🍗🥂🥧🎅🏻🎄

12/09/2024

We want to extend our best wishes to Dr. Jose Manual Serrano Longoria, DVM as he returns to Mexico. His presence was a valuable asset to our team and we are pleased that his internship with us provided him with a deeper understanding of our work in the equine field. We look forward to his continued growth through future training. Thank you so much for everything you did for us, you will be dearly missed around here.🏇🩺🦠🌡️💉♥️🩻

12/03/2024

❄️❄️Be sure to call ahead for exclusive deals during our Winter Special sale! Our team will be happy to help you and answer any questions. Stock may be limited due to holiday closures, don’t miss out on these limited-time offers! ❄️❄️

12/01/2024

Smiles of success….Remi was presented with a complicated small intestinal colic last Monday night. She showed significant improvement throughout the week and has now been released. Thanks are owed to Dr. Wirth and staff for their diligent, round-the-clock treatment. We are pleased to have Dr. Wirth as part of our team, along with the staff who provided Remi's ongoing treatment 🩺🐴💉🌡️🩻🏇

11/27/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from Retama Equine Hospital! 🍂

As we reflect on the things we’re most grateful for, we want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support this year. We are so thankful for our amazing customers and the opportunity to serve you!

Holiday Hours:
Our office will be closed on 11/28, and will reopen on 12/2. We will continue to be available 24/7 for emergencies.

Wishing you and your loved ones a warm and joyful Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁

11/12/2024

Colic is not a disease, but rather a combination of signs that alert us to abdominal pain in the horse. Colic can range from mild to severe, but it should never be ignored, as many of the conditions that cause colic can become life threatening in a relatively short period of time. Only by quickly and accurately recognizing colic – and seeking qualified veterinary help – can the chance for recovery be maximized.

Virtually any horse is susceptible to colic, so management practices can play a key role in prevention. And although not every case is avoidable, the guidelines listed in the graphic can help you maximize your horse’s health and reduce the risk of colic.

As always, remember that every animal is different depending on age, breed and other health conditions, so be sure to work with your veterinarian to address any concerns specific to your situation!