Temeku Equine, Inc

06/12/2026

Sign up for this webinar to get the latest about the Screwworm and prevention

This is not a time to panic but to be vigilant to protect our animals and try to eradicate this disease as soon as possible.

🚨 WEBINAR ALERT!
📅 June 18 @ 4 PM ET

On June 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed New World Screwworm in the umbilical area of a calf in Zavala County, Texas. This expansion into the United States is alarming.

US Equestrian is partnering with the AAEP to bring you the information you need about the risk to horses and how you can keep your equine partners safe.

Dr. Katie Flynn, Senior Staff Veterinarian for Equine Health and Biosecurity at USEF, will be joined by Dr. Neil Gray, sport horse practitioner in California.

Webinar registration link: https://usef.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uwgRdUs4Rx-gEHPiBfqvSQ #/registration

06/07/2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has provided an important update on New World Screwworm which has been detected in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas. Read the full press release here: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-presence-new-world-screwworm-united-states

General information about New World Screwworm (NWS) can be found in the text below and in the attached infographic.

The adult screwworm fly is about the size of a common housefly (or slightly larger), with orange eyes, a metallic blue or green body, and three dark stripes along its back. It gets its name from the behavior of its larvae (maggots) as they burrow (screw) into the wound, feeding as they go. The maggots (larvae) cause extensive damage by tearing at the hosts’ tissue with sharp mouth hooks. The wound can quickly become enlarged and deeper as more maggots hatch and feed on living tissue.

Because they feed on live flesh, NWS maggots may burrow deep into wounds or openings, while other species of maggots may appear around the outer surface of the wound. In addition, even the smallest wounds have the potential to attract flies, so it is imperative that you keep a close eye on your animals for any signs of wounds.

Lastly, NWS infestations are a reportable disease! Immediately report any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations to a local accredited veterinarian, your State Animal Health Official, or a USDA veterinarian.

For more information, reference this resource from the U.S. Department of Agriculture: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/stop-screwworm

01/13/2026

Hi! It’s us again!! Picking up from our last post, comment below on what you think might be the issue and/or what the next diagnostic test should be!! Is Batman just out of shape because his vet mom is spending more time with other horses than exercising him or is there something more going on? 💬🤔 Jennifer Rosenberg

01/08/2026

Appreciate getting to work on great horses in helping them achieve their top performance!

12/09/2025

🎄 Happy Holidays from Temeku Equine! 🎄

We hope this season brings warmth, peace, and plenty of extra treats to all our four-legged partners. Thank you for being part of our incredible equine family — we are grateful for each and every one of you. ❤️🐴

✨ Holiday Hours ✨
📌 Wednesday, Dec 24: Open half day
📌 Thursday, Dec 25: Closed (Christmas Day)
📌 Friday, Dec 26: Closed

⭐ Emergency services remain available 24/7 — our team is always here when your horse needs us.

Wishing you all a safe, joyful, and magical holiday season.
— The Temeku Equine Team