11/01/2025
Fall Reminders:
1. Deworming: Following atleast one hard frost, it is recommended to deworm with a product that contains praziquantel regardless of your horses’ shedding status. This ingredient helps to rid your horse of tape worms, while the frost eliminates them from their environment. Common examples include Quest Plus and Equimax.
A f***l egg count is a useful way to categorize your horse’s shedding status. F***l egg counts are $30, which includes a customized deworming program for your horse based on the results. Custom deworming supply packs are also available.
2. Dental exam: a dental exam is recommended every 6 months to determine if your horse would benefit from a dental float. Keeping up with dental care helps your horse to avoid weight loss, colic, and performance issues. We always include a free dental exam at every vaccine appointment.
3. Flu/rhino vaccination: if you are traveling with your horse, exposing your horse to others at events, or housing your horse at a boarding facility it is highly recommended for your horse to receive a flu/rhino vaccine every 6 months to prevent these diseases. The vaccines are guaranteed by most vaccine companies, therefore, if your horse has been vaccinated appropriately and becomes ill, the company will cover costs of diagnostics and treatment. We have seen and treated several cases of influenza this year.
4. Broodmares: for pregnant mares be sure to administer your Prodigy Or Pneumobort vaccines at 5,7, and 9 months of gestation-please give us a ring if you need these vaccines. For mares preparing for early 2026 breeding, place under lights starting around Thanksgiving to ensure they are properly cycling in the new year. Lastly, be sure to purchase fescue free forage (we recommend alfalfa) for the last 75-90 days of pregnancy to avoid foaling problems.
HAPPY FALL YALL!
As always, text us at 417-448-0131 with questions/concerns or to schedule appointments.
