EponaVet

08/29/2026

Dr. Jamie Pribyl, DVM, professional services veterinarian at Boehringer Ingelheim says approximately 40% of equine veterinarians in the United States are over the age of 50, heading toward retirement age. Just over 5% of veterinary graduates go on to practice as equine veterinarians.

“That is a really small number,” Pribyl said. “And then, of those 5% that go into equine practice, 50% of them will leave that equine practice within the first five years. The primary reasons are due to burnout from the demands of the profession and personal struggles due to lower starting salaries in equine practice compared to other areas of veterinary medicine.”

Issues contributing to burnout include exponentially growing student debt — which Pribyl says is not something a horse owner can do anything about — unfavorable working hours and conditions compared to small-animal colleagues and non-veterinary careers, as well as lack of work-life balance.

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08/11/2026

It’s that time of the year to remind everyone that it is VERY dangerous to take your dogs outside for extended periods of time, whether it be for social events, exercise, or errands.

Heat stroke can also happen in minutes, however. And if you think leaving them in the car with the A/C running is safe, it’s not. The first heat stroke I saw was a dog in this situation where unfortunately the car died, which lead to the dog dying too. It was heartbreaking for all involved. I share this just to show how risky it is to even take that chance.

It’s a common misconception that heat stroke only happens when it is extremely hot out as it can happen even at 80°, especially if it is humid out, or if a dog has no shade or water. There is an increased risk of heat stroke in obese dogs, as well as brachycephalic—or short-nosed—breeds (Frenchies, Bulldogs, Bostons, Shih Tzus, Pugs, and even Boxers). Dogs with laryngeal paralysis, collapsing tracheas, or heart disease are also at a higher risk of complications with heat stroke.

Signs of overheating to watch for:
• Red or purple gums
• Glassy eyes
• Excessive saliva
• Stumbling
• Weakness/lethargy
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Dribbling urine
• Excessive panting
• Body temp of 105°+
• Collapse
• Seizures

If you see any of these signs, immediately get your dog inside to A/C, wet them with cool water, then place them directly in front of the car’s A/C fan on high, and drive them to your nearest emergency vet ASAP.

Sharing this info with other pet owners could make all the difference in life or death. We all need to watch out for each other’s furry family members—if you see someone’s pet showing these signs, let them know. If you see a dog trapped in a hot car, call emergency services and help take action.

08/07/2026

Spay and neuter saves lives!

When we talk about shelter overcrowding, we often focus on the animals already waiting for homes. But part of the solution happens long before a pet ever reaches a shelter.

Every accidental litter prevented means fewer animals competing for limited homes, foster families, rescue resources, and shelter space.

Spay/neuter is more than a routine veterinary procedure. It's prevention, and prevention helps change what comes next.

Fewer accidental litters. Fewer homeless pets. More room for the animals who already need us.

08/07/2026

Patient Progress Pics 📷

Do you know that veterinarians can use part of the amniotic sac that protects a foal during pregnancy as a graft for wound healing in horses? The amnion is collected and processed after birth with an antiseptic, then stored for future use as an allograft on other patients. Fun fact: another mare and foal of this owner’s were the donors for this mare’s wound!

To track the progress over 15 days, start at the top before first application, then move left to right for the results of subsequent bandage changes by our vet team and the dedicated owner. 🩹

Both bottom pics were taken after trimming back granulation tissue at the previous visit, which you can see greatly improved skin contracture over the wound too! New skin cells use the amnion as a lattice to creep inwards over the defect from the healthier edges.

On top of being affordable, the amnion keeps the wound protected, provides tissue growth factors, and helps prevent exuberant granulation tissue (aka proud flesh) to accelerate healing. ⏩️

Ask us any questions about the amnion allografts we use at EponaVet in the comments below, and give us your best guess as to what could’ve cause this gnarly wound on this horse’s heel! 👀

06/30/2026

A reminder to all Community Clinic attendees:

We would like remind everyone to please not enter the building before the posted opening time of the Community Clinic event. You may have noticed that we now complete our Feline Fix Clinics on the same day beforehand to help as many patients as we can through offering these spay/neuter service events.

Early arrivals should remain outside or in their vehicles until the clinic opens to ensure the safety of recovering cats, and allow staff to prepare for the next clinic (as well as eat some lunch 😊). Please do not park immediately in front of the building if you are arriving early to ensure our Fix Clinic patients can safely get into their vehicles to leave in case we have any late discharges.

Thank you for your support at our clinics, and understanding that the safety of our patients comes first! 🐶❤️🐱