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Today is a very special day because it’s Dr. Ketover’s birthday! • Please help us in wishing him a very happy birthday! 🎈🎂🎁🎊
🐴 Vaccinations & the Pregnant Mare 🐴 Vaccinations are important for all horses, but they’re especially critical for pregnant mares. Proper vaccination helps reduce the risk of abortion and sets the foal up for a healthy start by providin
Happy New Year🥂 Our office will be open on New Year's Eve from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and closed on New Year's Day. We will be open Friday, January 2nd, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. As always, we will provide emergency care 24 hours a day! #newyear
Happy Holidays! 🎄⛄ Our office will be open on Christmas Eve from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We will be closed on Christmas Day and Friday, December 26th. As always, we will provide 24-hour emergency care.
🎄 Holiday Reminder for Horse Owners 🐴👇 With the holidays approaching and wreaths up, please remember to keep wreaths made from Yew plants well out of reach of your horse(s). ⚠️ Important Safety Note: The needles and seeds of all Yew plants are h
❄️ Winter Biosecurity Reminder 🐴 We know many horses aren’t traveling as much during the winter months, but biosecurity remains just as important year-round—especially with infectious diseases like EHV. Whether horses are coming onto y
❄️⚠️ Winter Weather = Slippery Situations ⚠️❄️ Southern Wisconsin has been through it lately—snow, rain, melting, refreezing—and that means one big concern for horse owners: ICE. Barnyards, walkways, paddocks, and pastures can turn dange
🚨 Irongate Staff birthday alert 🚨Please help us wish Brooklynn a very happy birthday! 🎊🎂🎈 #happybirthday #birthday #equine #veterinarian
❄️ Winter can turn a downed horse into a life-threatening emergency. Ice, snow, and cold temperatures can make it impossible for a horse to stand — leading to injury, exhaustion, and hypothermia. Dr. Howard Ketover shares the three golden rule
❄️ Winter Horse Care: Does Your Horse Need a Blanket? 🐴🧣 As temperatures drop, it’s important to decide whether your horse needs the extra warmth of a winter blanket — and the answer isn’t always simple! 🌬️ Hair Coat Matters A
Holiday Notice 🍁🦃 Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 27th, for Thanksgiving Day and will remain closed on Friday, November 28th. Wishing you a joyful holiday!🦃 #HappyThanksgiving2024 #EquineWellness
📱 Did you know we can text and email with you—just like your MyCharts for human healthcare? Staying connected with your horse’s care team should be easy, and we’re happy to offer multiple ways to reach us! 💬 Text us anytime: (60
🐴 What is Ringbone in Horses? 🦴 Ringbone is a painful condition where new bone forms in a horse’s pastern or coffin joints. It’s most common in middle-aged horses, especially those with certain conformation or heavy joint stress from a
🩸 Equine Bleeding: Did You Know? 🐴 Horses are incredible animals—and their bodies are built to handle more than you might think. 👉 An adult horse’s blood volume is about 8% of its body weight. For example, a typical 1,100 lb horse car
🔵 Therapy Thursday: Shockwave Spotlight 🔵 Did you know shockwave therapy can help stimulate healing in injured tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues? It increases blood flow, reduces pain, and speeds up recovery—helping your horse get back to
🥶 As temperatures drop, don’t forget your horse’s medications! Many liquid and paste medications — including dewormers, antibiotics, and supplements — can lose effectiveness or even freeze if left in the barn. 👉 Bring them
🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸 Today, we pause to honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of all veterans who have served our country. Your bravery protects our freedoms, and your service will never be forgotten. Thank you for your unwavering co
🐴 Now Accepting Applications! 🌸 Join us for our 2026 Spring/Summer Equine Veterinary Internship 🩺✨ 📍 Madison, WI 🗓️ Part-Time | March–June 💰 Paid (based on experience) If you’re passionate about horses and ready to get your boots
🚨🐴 USEF Microchip Reminder! 🐴🚨 Starting December 1, 2025, all horses competing in USEF-licensed or endorsed shows must have a 15-digit ISO-compliant microchip recorded with USEF (Rule GR 1101.1). 👉 What this means for you: ✅ Your horse must ha
🧠 Did you know? Horses can produce up to 10 gallons of saliva a day — but only when they’re chewing! That’s why dental health is so important for digestion and overall wellness. Keep your horse’s teeth in top shape with regu