Southwestern Veterinary Services

03/29/2025

We have an over abundance of styrofoam coolers at the clinic. Please stop by during business hours if you’d like one… or many!

01/30/2025

The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA), in conjunction with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has detected the first cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in 2025. The first case was discovered in a backyard poultry flock in Kearney County and the second case was discovered in a backyard flock in Nance County.

State Veterinarian Dr. Roger Dudley reminds producers to practice good biosecurity with their flocks including minimizing exposure to wild birds and washing hands and changing clothes (including shoes) before and after coming into contact with poultry.
What is HPAI?

HPAI is a highly contagious virus that spreads easily among birds through nasal and eye secretions, as well as infected food, water, and manure. The virus can be spread in various ways from flock to flock, including by wild birds during migratory season, through contact with infected poultry, by equipment, and on the clothing and shoes of caretakers. Wild birds can carry the virus without becoming sick, while domesticated birds can become very sick and die.

What are the clinical signs of HPAI in birds?
Symptoms of HPAI in poultry include: a decrease in water consumption; lack of energy and appetite; decreased egg production or soft-shelled, misshapen eggs; nasal discharge, coughing, sneezing; incoordination; and diarrhea. HPAI can also cause sudden death in birds even if they aren’t showing any other symptoms. HPAI can survive for weeks in contaminated environments.

Resources for poultry producers
Resources are available for poultry producers at nda.nebraska.gov/animal/avian/ and from the USDA at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza. Poultry experiencing signs of HPAI or unusual death should be reported to NDA at 402-471-2351 or the USDA at 866-536-7593.

01/29/2025

The clinic will be open from 8-10 am this Saturday, February 1. We appreciate you planning accordingly!

01/16/2025

The clinic will be closed this afternoon, 1/16/25 from 1-5 pm. We apologize for any inconvenience and we will reopen as normal tomorrow.

01/12/2025

Enhanced biosecurity on backyard poultry farms helps prevent the introduction and spread of viruses and diseases including highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). NDA and USDA have resources available to help poultry owners step up their biosecurity efforts. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3H4PPDj

12/25/2024

Before there was a tree, there was a manger

Before there were Christmas song channels on the radio, there were choirs of angels

Before there were family gatherings and employee shindigs, there were wise men and shepherds staring at a star in the sky

Before there was the warmth and brightness of the season, there was a world full of cold and darkness

Then, He was born
Born of flesh and born of God
The light of the world, born to drive out the darkness
Given by God to pay for our sins

He came to save, and save He did
And He continues to save the lost, the brokenhearted, the lonely, and the shattered

He came for the imperfect people- for every one of us
He prepares a place in heaven for all who believe
He lives in our hearts, waiting for us to search Him out

Of all the gifts you receive this year, I pray you are blessed with the peace He brings to our world. Today, and every day.

"For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6

From my herd to yours, Merry Christmas!

❤️Richelle

12/24/2024

We will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We pray that you have a blessed, peaceful Christmas. 🎄

11/11/2024

Grateful today and always.

10/24/2024

Please come join us, this will be a great meeting to come listen to.

07/18/2024

Next week!! There is something for everyone!!
www.waunetaharvestfestival.com

06/11/2024

The Health Requirements for the 2024 Nebraska State Fair are posted on our website, https://www.statefair.org/ag-competitions/livestock-exhibitors/. One major change for 2024 is we will NOT be requiring Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) for in-state animals. Animals originating out-of-state will still require one. Veterinary inspections upon arrival will continue for all animals. Please keep in mind this can be adjusted in the case of a disease outbreak or at the recommendation of the Nebraska State Veterinarian.

05/27/2024

05/12/2024

You're 'udder'-ly the best!💐💕

05/10/2024

SWVS will be closed on Saturday, May 11 for graduation. We apologize for any inconvenience, and It’s a Great Day to be a Bronco!

03/28/2024

If you’re in the market for engraved tags, be sure to contact Cattlelac Engraving!

02/14/2024

Happy Valentine’s Day! Eat beef! ❤️

02/03/2024

Sale Book: 2024 Private Treaty Sale; Ranch Name: 2024 Private Treaty Sale (Gigax and Grimes Family Angus); Sale Date: July 29, 2024;

01/22/2024

We had 3 dystocias last night and the owners did a great job getting them to us! The best possible outcomes when you act quickly!