Oklahoma Equine Hospital

11/19/2025

There is lots of information going around about the EHV-1 outbreak.

This needs to be taken seriously, and horse owners need to be proactive.

Things to know when coming to OEH

-keep your horse on the trailer, till temperature is taken
-have a current coggins
-note any change in behavior to the DVM
-make note of any travel

BUT REMEMBER THE BASICS
-temp your horses (regardless if people are saying this strain doesn’t always present fevers)
-try to clean tack between horses
-avoid travel
-quarantine new horses or close off your barns until further notice

We have no cases currently and will do our best to keep all our residents safe. If you have questions please call the office 405-288-6460.

Here is an article about EHV-1

https://equinediseasecc.org/equine-herpesvirus

11/19/2025

More information to come on changes for OEH, and what this means for our clients.

***UPDATE***

As of 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19, there are multiple confirmed cases of Equine Herpes Myleoencephalopathy, the neurologic form of EHV-1 and exposure risks in horses that attended the WPRA Finals in Waco, Texas between Nov. 5 and Nov. 9. We have confirmed two cases of EHM in horses that attended the Barrel Futurities of America World Championship at Lazy E Arena this week.

The BAF World Championship has been cancelled and horses who were at either event should be taken home, isolated, and quarantined for the next 14 days.

EHM spreads through horse contact, shared buckets and/or tack, contaminated trailers, airborne droplets from horses coughing or snorting and from people who handle exposed horses. Exposed horses that were at either of the events should be isolated at least 30 feet, but as far as possible, from other horses. Efforts to prevent air movement from exposed horses to unexposed horses should be made. Exposed horses are not allowed to move off the home premises until they have completed 14 days with no symptoms. Unexposed horses may travel to events, although it is recommended, they do not leave the premises unless truly necessary.

Owners should watch for:
Fever over 101.5
Nasal Discharge
Lethargy
Hind end weakness
Any neurological issues

If you notice any of the symptoms, please contact your veterinarian immediately. Cases that show neurological issues are considered a medical emergency.

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ANIMAL HEALTH ALERT

The Oklahoma State Veterinarian has been made aware of a possible Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy exposure at the WPRA event in Waco, Texas Nov. 5 through Nov. 9.

We are working closely with Lazy E Arena, as some of the horses from the WPRA event could be in Guthrie this week for the Barrel Futurities of America World Championship.

If you are from Oklahoma and were at the WPRA event – it is recommended you go home and quarantine your horse. If EHM is confirmed, horses who were in the Waco event will be required to quarantine at home.

Owners should monitor the temperature of their horse for spikes of 101.5 or above and increase biosecurity measures.

For questions about quarantine or EHM exposure, call the Oklahoma State Veterinarian's office at 405.522.6141.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

10/10/2025

2025 NRCHA Snaffle Bit sale entries! All are going to make great prospects!

Check out Western Bloodstock for all sale related info!

https://www.westernbloodstock.com/nrcha-snaffle-bit-futurity-sales/

10/07/2025

Our technicians do it all!

Today our head techs at the 2025 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity are showing in the Non Pro Boxing!

Draw 8
Brooke and “Shuga With A Twist”

Draw 32
Emma and “Shiny Lil Catillac”

Good luck girls! We are proud of both of you!

COWHORSE CLIENTS if you don’t hear from them immediately they may be showing, but they will still get you taken care of! 😊

10/05/2025

Dr Kirby treating an over reach at the 2025 NRCHA Sanffle bit futurity!

10/01/2025

ITS FINALLY HERE!

We are here in Fort Worth Tx for the 2025 SNAFFLE BIT FUTURITY!!

We are set up across from our normal location under the breeze way.

Services we offer on site

-Lameness Evaluations
-X-rays
-ultrasound
-Shockwave therapy
-laser therapy
-Cold salt water therapy
-fluids
-X-ray consultations

For appointments call
Brooke 405-830-1685
Emma 405-226-9019

09/24/2025

⚡️SHOCKWAVE THERAPY⚡️

What is it: a safe and effective option for pain relief
Shock wave is a noninvasive, high-energy sound wave treatment commonly used in human and veterinary medicine. Benefits include:

Non-invasive: no cutting or incisions involved, making it a safe and comfortable treatment
Effective: shown to be effective in relieving pain, reducing inflammation, and improving healing.

Safe: a well-tolerated, sedation-free treatment
Convenient: can be administered in a veterinarian’s office or stable, making it convenient and accessible

📞 Oklahoma Equine Hospital today for an appointment
(405)288-6460

09/18/2025

What lab work do we provide?

🔬🥽🧪

Great question! Our (in house) services include

-CBC
-Chemistry
-SAA
-TP/PCV
-EIA(coggins) with same day availability
-Progesterone
-IGG

Call today (405)288-6460 and scheduled your appointment!

09/04/2025

Unlimited spas for your horse at the 2025 SBF. It’s for a great cause!!!

Auction item 'Unlimited Spa Therapy – 2025 SBF' hosted online at 32auctions.

08/22/2025

Love our “Fritos” babies!!

Congratulations to Erika Selman and Gunna Toast Em! She bought this yearling c**t early this year from Rhodes River Ranch and is doing a great job with him!

08/21/2025

Cold Salt Water Therapy?

We have that 💁🏼‍♀️

OEH has cold salt water therapy available to all hospital and outside patients.

The spa also attends all major NRCHA events!

Call to book an appointment today
(405)288-6460