Shoreline Equine Veterinary Services

04/23/2026

The first ICSI foal has arrived! This was years in the making and we are so happy to welcome him into the world. 356 days ago, he was a little frozen guy! Science is amazing!

11/23/2025

In light of the current EHV-1 outbreak, the AAEP and the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) have organized a horse owner education webinar to bring you the most up to date information on this issue.

Next Tuesday, join specialists Lewis R. “Bud” Dinges (Texas Animal Health Commission Executive Director and Texas State Veterinarian), Dr. Krista Estell (AAEP/EDCC) and Dr. Katie Flynn (USEF) for an informative discussion about what EHV-1 is, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to prevent its spread.

This webinar is FREE, but registration is required. Register here: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AnIoJrASj0vuX7Q_K87mKEjg5bxeMAkqp7fpSoOgVtVm_Zgo1g5m~AiiV7ZQ3bbmlEW2iSkeRTSAfMCYf2QhFMoprr7WRbM_MsiJRcBGT1oLj0Q

*PLEASE NOTE: the attendee limit for this session is capped at 1,000. However, all who register will be emailed a link to an on-demand recording that will become available 24 hours after the live session ends.

11/21/2025

Current information regarding EHV-1.

We have received some questions about the current EHV-1/EHM outbreak. To date, cases associated with a large barrel racing event have been reported in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Colorado.

Since this is an evolving situation, the best way to stay on top of the most up to date information is through the Equine Disease Communication Center. This free, online resource reports cases of infectious disease submitted by veterinarians and state animal health officials. You can also sign up to receive updates by email.

At the time of posting, no related cases have been reported in California. For California-specific updates, visit the Animal Health Branch-CDFA. They also have an option to sign up to receive related SMS text alerts.

As always, the best ways to keep your horses healthy are to stay on top of vaccinations and practice good biosecurity.

For more information about EHV-1/EHM, visit our health topics database: https://ceh.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/health-topics/equine-herpes-virus-1-myeloencephalopathy

For more information about equine biosecurity, visit our biosecurity issue of the Horse Report: https://cehhorsereport.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/fall-2020-biosecurity-issue

11/10/2025

Ground squirrels may look harmless, but their chewing can cause serious damage to your horse’s feet.
This mare came in with the wound shown here after squirrels chewed through her dorsal hoof wall, reaching dangerously close to the coronary band.

These injuries can lead to infection, hoof distortion, and long-term lameness if not treated promptly.

If you notice unexplained hoof wall defects, grooves, or irritation at the coronary band, contact us right away. Early care makes all the difference.

10/25/2025

Chitwan Elephant Breeding and Training Center, a government funded center to raise the elephants they use to patrol the park, count wildlife and protect visitors.

10/12/2025

The Tsum Valley is a remote sacred valley on the border of Nepal and Tibet. The valley subscribes to the Buddhist belief of no harm, meaning no animals are ever killed, including mosquitoes! All work is done by the mules and ponies and yak wool is used to make the traditional clothing.

10/12/2025

The Tsum Valley is a remote sacred Tibetan Buddhist valley, with no motorized vehicles. All work is done by the mules and ponies. The traditional clothing is made from yak wool. The valley subscribes to the Buddhist belief of no harm, meaning no animals are ever killed, including mosquitoes!

10/02/2025

Shoreline Equine Announcement

Dr. April Armstrong will be out of the office October 3 – October 30, 2025 while traveling to Nepal.

During this time:
• Sharon and Dannielle will be available in the office for technician appointments, telemedicine consults and general questions. Please call 805-669-6864.
• Lisa will be handling all accounting questions and can be reached at 805-218-6253.
• West Coast Equine will be handling emergencies on a haul-in basis. Please make sure you have trailering arrangements ready in case it’s needed. Their number is 805-386-7152.
• Please note: Dr. Armstrong’s emergency cell will not have service for texts or calls during this period.

Thank you!

– Shoreline Equine Veterinary Services
Dr. April, Sharon, Dannielle and Lisa

07/03/2025

July Spotlight: Uterine Diagnostics for Subfertile Mares

As breeding season progresses, we continue to evaluate subfertile mares that have not yet conceived. Timely and accurate uterine diagnostics are critical to identifying the underlying causes of infertility.

Uterine culture and cytology remain two of the most valuable, minimally invasive tools in assessing uterine health prior to breeding. These procedures allow us to:
• Detect the presence of bacterial or fungal infections
• Evaluate inflammatory responses within the endometrium
• Identify subclinical endometritis that may not present with external signs
• Guide targeted treatment protocols to improve conception rates

If your mare is not in foal and you’re still planning to breed this season, now is the time to investigate further. Early diagnosis and intervention are key to successful outcomes.

Contact our team to schedule a complete uterine work-up.

05/29/2025

Latest Center for Equine Health at UC Davis is all about advanced equine reproduction. And some of this is happening at Shoreline Equine!
Check it out athttps://cehhorsereport.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/sites/g/files/dgvnsk9021/files/media/documents/VetMed_HorseReport_SPRING-2025_DIGITAL-PAGES.pdf