EQUINE SERVICES
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Individual Animal Wellness and Vaccination
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Coggin’s Testing, Certificates of Veterinary Inspection
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Fecal Analysis and Parasite Control programs
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Colic evaluation and treatment
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Sick animal diagnosis and treatment
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Powerfloat Dentistry
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Prepurchase examination
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Basic Lameness evaluation and treatment
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Joint injections
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Ultrasound Pregnancy Diagnosis and Artificial Insemination
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Digital Radiography
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Obstetrics and New Foal Care
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24 hour Emergency Service
EQUINE CARE
WELLNESS EXAM
It is recommended to have your horse examined annually, usually at the time of vaccinations. During a wellness exam, a veterinarian will listen to heart, lung, & GI sounds, check vital signs, give a body condition assessment, & discuss any findings or concerns.
VACCINATING
It is recommended to start vaccinating foals at 4-6 months of age. Foals & other unvaccinated horses should receive booster vaccination(s) following the initial dose. All vaccinations are given annually, preferably in the spring, following initial series.
CORE VACCINATIONS:
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Eastern/ Western
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Encephalomyelitis
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Rabies
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Tetanus
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West Nile Virusries
Core vaccinations are vaccines tha
protect from diseases that are
endemic, have potential public health
signicance, are virulent/ highly infectious.
RISK-BASED VACCINATIONS:
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Strangles
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Equine Herpesvirus 1&4
(Rhinopneumonitis) -
Equine Inuenza
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Botulism
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Potomac Horse Fever
Risk-Based vaccinations are recommended based on a risk-benet
analysis including travel, boarding, environmental factors, age, pregnancy, & more.
COGGINS TESTING
This tests for equine infectious anemia (EIA), a potentially fatal blood-borne infectious viral disease that produces a persistent infection among horses. Coggins testing is usually required when entering into exhibitions or competitive events, during interstate movement, change of ownership, and prior to auctions or sales. A Coggins test is good for one year.
DEWORMING
It is recommended that a fecal analysis be performed at least twice annually. Dewormer type and frequency should be based on fecal analysis, clinical signs, and exposure.
DENTISTRY
Dental care is a critical part of equine wellness. Due to continuous tooth emergence and wear, horses are at risk for many dental abnormalities. Signs of dental issues include weight loss, diculty chewing, dropping feed, foul breath and ghting the bite. An annual oral examination is recommended. Our clinic provides advanced dentistry services to address the needs of our equine patients.
FARRIER
Regular farrier visits are important and should be performed every 6-8 weeks,
or otherwise as directed by your farrier.
NUTRITION
While forage is the basis of a horse’s diet, vitamins, minerals, and other supplementations are key for adequate health. Consultation is available for specic nutritional needs and requirements for your horse.
CASTRATION
It is recommended that males be castrated at 1-2 years of age. Proper anesthetic
restraint & pain management is performed with all equine castrations.
MICROCHIP
We oer microchipping to ensure proper identication and verify ownership.
Large Animal Emergency
We offer 24/7 emergency services for large animals.
If an emergency were to arise, please contact us at 417-743-2287.
Christian County Veterinary Service
8748 St. Hwy 14 West
Clever, MO 65631
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