Mid-Rivers Equine Centre

Mid-Rivers Equine Centre Mid-Rivers Equine Centre offers medical and surgical care for ill and injured horses as well as 24 h

We offer a number of different programs in an effort to address the specific needs of horses that are based on their level of activity and risk of exposure to particular diseases or infections. Strangles is an example of a complex disease that requires special considerations. Encouraging protective immunity in foals is another topic of recent research that requires special attention. A program can

easily be tailored to your horses or farm, should there be a need. Simply contact our office and speak with one of the veterinarians.

06/17/2026

Cue the Jaws music…�DUN-dun. DUN-dun. DUN-dun-dun-dun-dun.

Just a casual day at the clinic pond with our very large, very suspicious grass carp making the rounds. 🐟

06/16/2026

How NOT to Take a Horse Photo

This horse is absolutely gorgeous.�Big. Beautiful. Enormous.
And somehow… our photo skills completely failed this beautiful dude today.

We promise he is much more majestic in person. 😂

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06/15/2026

F***y Pack Fame Has Found Ashley Sullivan��
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Sweat Patterns Horse Owners Shouldn’t Ignore Sweat is normal for horses. It is one of the ways their bodies cool themsel...
06/15/2026

Sweat Patterns Horse Owners Shouldn’t Ignore

Sweat is normal for horses. It is one of the ways their bodies cool themselves after work, during warm weather, or when they are under physical stress.

But abnormal sweat patterns can be your first clue that something else may be going on.
Here are the patterns horse owners should not ignore:

1. Patchy or Focal Sweating
A small, defined sweat spot on the neck, shoulder, face, withers, girth area, or body may be more than a random quirk. In some horses, focal sweating can be associated with nerve irritation, nerve damage, inflammation, or a previous injury.

2. One-Sided Sweating
Sweating noticeably more on one side of the face, neck, or body can point to a neurologic issue, including conditions such as Horner’s syndrome. This is especially important if you also notice a droopy eyelid, smaller pupil, facial changes, hair loss, resistance to turning, or a history of trauma.

3. No Sweat When Your Horse Should Be Sweating
A horse that stays dry in hot weather, during work, or when other horses are sweating may not be cooling properly. This can be a sign of anhidrosis, also called “non-sweating,” and can put a horse at risk of overheating. The University of Florida notes that sweating is a major part of thermoregulation in horses, especially in hot, humid conditions.

4. Heavy Sweating at Rest
A horse standing quietly but sweating heavily may be painful, overheated, anxious, sick, or in distress. Pay close attention if sweating is accompanied by dullness, poor appetite, pawing, looking at the belly, shifting weight, rapid breathing, or an elevated temperature.

5. Sweating That Does Not Improve After Cooling Out
After exercise, your horse should gradually recover. If heavy sweating continues, breathing stays fast, the horse seems weak, or their temperature remains elevated, it is time to take action. Heat stress signs can include a re**al temperature above 103°F, increased heart and breathing rates, profuse sweating, fatigue, dehydration, and reduced feed intake.

6. Strange Sweat Marks Under Tack
Dry spots, uneven sweating, or unusual patterns under the saddle or girth can sometimes indicate pressure, a poor saddle fit, back soreness, or discomfort. These patterns are worth documenting and discussing with your veterinarian, especially if they are new.
The key is knowing what is normal for your horse.
A new sweat pattern, a one-sided sweat pattern, a horse that is not sweating, or a horse sweating heavily without a clear reason should not be brushed off.

Sweat tells a story. Abnormal sweat patterns are your cue to listen.

06/12/2026

Another Friday. Another chance at f***y pack greatness.

Another highly coveted MREC F***y Pack is making its way to one lucky superfan this June, and honestly, your summer wardrobe is begging for it.

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Summer sores, sweet itch, and rain. Can you spot the difference?Summer sores, sweet itch, and rain rot can all show up o...
06/11/2026

Summer sores, sweet itch, and rain. Can you spot the difference?

Summer sores, sweet itch, and rain rot can all show up on the skin, but they have very different causes.

A summer sore may look like a wound that refuses to heal. Sweet itch usually comes with serious rubbing and itching. Rain rot often shows up as crusty, painful scabs after wet conditions.

If you notice a sore that is spreading, a horse rubbing raw spots, or scabs that keep coming back, it is time to have your veterinarian take a look.

Tune in tomorrow as we do a deeper dive into each of these conditions.

Answer: B. A protein naturally found in horse sweat.Foamy sweat can be completely normal in horses. Horse sweat contains...
06/10/2026

Answer: B. A protein naturally found in horse sweat.

Foamy sweat can be completely normal in horses. Horse sweat contains a protein called latherin, which acts a little like a natural detergent. It helps sweat spread through the horse’s coat so it can reach the surface and evaporate, aiding cooling. Research also notes that latherin is found in both horse sweat and saliva.

The foam usually shows up where there is movement or friction, like under the tack, between the hind legs, on the neck, or anywhere sweaty skin and hair rub together. Kentucky Equine Research describes latherin as a detergent-like protein that helps move sweat from the skin to the coat surface.

A little foam after work is usually not cause for panic. It often means the horse is sweating, moving, and cooling itself. But heavy sweating, thick foam, weakness, abnormal behavior, overheating, or a horse that stops sweating in hot weather should be taken seriously. When in doubt, call your veterinarian.

Horse sweat is weirdly smart. Science just made it make sense.

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06/09/2026

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Tuesday Trivia: What causes a horse’s foamy sweat?A. Too much soap left after bathingB. A protein naturally found in hor...
06/09/2026

Tuesday Trivia: What causes a horse’s foamy sweat?

A. Too much soap left after bathing
B. A protein naturally found in horse sweat
C. Dehydration
D. A skin infection

Drop your guess below before we reveal the answer tomorrow.

Quick Tip: Show Season Hydration — Electrolytes 101Show season means travel, heat, nerves, long days, and plenty of swea...
06/08/2026

Quick Tip: Show Season Hydration — Electrolytes 101

Show season means travel, heat, nerves, long days, and plenty of sweating. And when horses sweat, they lose more than water. They also lose key electrolytes like sodium, chloride, and potassium, which help support hydration, muscle function, recovery, and normal cooling.

When should you consider electrolytes?�Electrolytes may be helpful when your horse is sweating heavily, hauling in hot weather, competing multiple days in a row, working harder than usual, or recovering after a long, humid day.

How should you give them?�Start at home, not for the first time at a show. Follow the product label or your veterinarian’s recommendation, and make sure your horse always has access to fresh, clean water. If you add electrolytes to water, offer a second bucket of plain water too.

The big rule: Electrolytes do not replace water. They work with water.
A horse that is not drinking, seems dull, has prolonged recovery, shows signs of colic, or is not acting like themselves needs veterinary guidance.

Show season success starts before the class. Hydration is part of the plan.
Sources note: Equine sweat causes both water and electrolyte losses, and electrolyte supplementation is commonly used to replace losses from exercise and encourage rehydration.

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Wentzville, MO
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