Today is World Rabies Day, a global health observance that was started in 2007 to raise awareness about rabies and to bring the community together to enhance prevention and control efforts worldwide. World Rabies Day is observed by many countries, included the United States.
While Rabies is 100% preventable disease, more than 59,000 people die from this disease around the world each year. All mammals, large and small are susceptible to Rabies. Protect yourself, your animals, and your family from this deadly disease by vaccinating. Rabies can even effect indoor pets.
World Rabies Day is an opportunity to reflect on our efforts to control this deadly disease and remind ourselves that the fight is not over. Please vaccinate your animals and stay away from that cute wildlife!
Wishing Sarah Grogan, road technician and master griller, a very Happy Birthday!
Wishing Dr. Mitchell a very Happy Birthday!!🎉🎁🎈🎊
Join Cornell University of Vet Med and NYS 4-H Horse Program as they host a seminar this Tuesday 10/13 on Lyme Disease in Horses.
TUE, OCT 13 AT 6:00 PM EDT
Cornell Equine Seminar Series: Lyme disease in horses
Help us Wish Dr. Caitlin Smith a very Happy Birthday today!
Wishing Chico a speedy recovery
Dr. Denise Branecky , Dr. Caitlin Smith, and Dr. Summer Lawrence placed a scope into Chico’s Bladder to help identify what maybe contributing to his discomfort.
Support for Chico
October 7 at 12:07 AM ·
Thanks to Kate Hornbecker, Chico arrived to the clinic this evening safely where he will spend the next 48 hours under the care of the team at Fairfield Equine Associates.
Another lavage was performed to empty/clean out his bladder.
The scope showed us that the bladder is abnormally and extremely irritated with some bizarre plaque/crystal build up on the walls. They performed a biopsy. We hope to have the results from the culture that was taken over the weekend and the biopsy tmrw so maybe we can have some answers as to what we are dealing with.
In the mean time, Chico is comfortable and thoroughly enjoying how fluffy the shavings are in the stall at the clinic.
I will keep everyone updated as I receive more information ❤️
A very special thank you to Kimmie Lynn for spending her night off with us at the clinic
#Meetheteamonday
Dr. Denise Branecky grew up in Newtown, Connecticut where she grew to love ambulatory practice from shadowing the veterinarians which ultimately, drove her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Before joining the FEA team as an associate in 2017, Dr. Branecky received her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Veterinary Sciences from Clemson University, and graduated from Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine.
After graduation, Dr. Branecky completed an equine rotating internship where she gained experience in surgery, medicine and ambulatory practice. Her professional interests include lameness, dentistry and equine medicine. Outside of the work, Dr. Branecky can be found enjoying a nice hike, riding, and traveling to new places.
meetheteamonday
Fairfield Equine Associates updated their business hours.
Sad news this morning out of Ellington, CT. Thoughts and prayers to all involved.
***All Horses are caught and safe***
Hillside is looking for halter, blankets, and basic horse care essentials at this time.
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Raging Fire Consumes Horse Farm In Ellington [VIDEO]
One vet tech conquers all of these jobs on a daily basis to help outline the backbones of any Veterinary Practice.
Some people do not know what it means to be a Vet tech and all of the tasks they are trained to do! Celebrate with us all the hats they wear and how they may have been your Superhero.
Veterinary technicians and assistants are the integral parts of the equine health care team. They support the doctors, provide an extra set of hands, communicate with clients, and nurture their patients. Vet tech’s use their compassion and skill set every day to exam each patient in order to communicate their findings with the Doctor to build the best treatment plan for each individual.
Fairfield Equine would like you to Join us in celebrating our Technicians and Assistants this week. If you have a story about a tech helping one of your horses, or a funny story that happened at a call, or even just a grand hello: Please Post them below so they can be shared.
Please join us in deciding the 2020 FEA Halloween Custume contest Winner on 10/27 here on our Facebook Page. Help us decide who is the winner!
Do you feed Round Bales during the Winter Seasons? Is our horse protected from Botulism?
Wishing Moe Pershinsky a very Happy Birthday!
Please Help us by Voting in comments or Liking the picture of the Costume to help Decide the winner of the FEA 2020 Halloween Costume Contest.
Poll ends at 5pm Tuesday. Winners will be announced on Wednesday
Wishing #teamimaging a Happy Birthday!!
🎂🐎🥂🎊🦄🎁🦓🎉
Celebrate Traci Barry's (Left) and Dr. Simone March's (Right) birthday with us today.
Check out these tips for Preventing Shipping Fever. It's that time of year, where horses migrate to more enjoyable winter weather, increasing the risk of arriving with a compromised natural immune defense.
Happy Halloween
Dr. Tiger King (Dr. Neff and Katie G) is the FEA 2020 Halloween Contest Winner!
Happy Halloween with a big shout out to all the participants and we can't wait to see next years costumes!
Rick Mitchell
October 29 at 3:55 PM ·
I want to encourage all my friends who share a love for the horse to follow the link that I will post to become a Proud Supporter of the Foundation for the Horse. During these odd times, many horse owners have been hit with financial troubles as well as natural disasters such as storms and devastating forest fires. Help is needed to care for these animals in this stressful time. This is not only good for the horse, it's good for humanity.
https://www.foundationforthehorse.org/support/proud-supporter/
This Veterans Day, spare a few extra seconds to remember the countless number of horses that lost their lives in combat alongside the brave men and women who served their nations.
Equine disease and casualties were not light during World War I: More than 1 million horses and mules served for Britain alone–only 67,000 of those survived the war; Horse deaths were attributable to battle injuries, disease, and exhaustion; Some of the major equine diseases and ailments that plagued the horses were equine influenza, ringworm, sand colic, fly bites, and anthrax.
More than 725,500 horses were treated by the British Army Veterinary Corps hospital during war–more than half a million of those treatments were successful.
Do you own a horse or manage a farm during COVID? Please take 5 minutes to complete this survey aiming to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on horse owners in North America.
SURVEYMONKEY.CO.UK
Effect of Coronavirus Pandemic on Horses and Horse Owners October 2020 USA & CANADA
Fun Fact Friday: Did you know?
As the winter show series in Florida approaches, please know that Fairfield Equine is in Wellington for all your horse’s needs. Feel free to contact our office, 561- 685-7552, to schedule an appointment or if you are in need of assistance during an emergency.
Available for trips to Ocala as well.
Happy Thanksgiving!
We are thankful this year for our Doctors, technicians, and most of all, our clients.
Even though this year has been stressful, there are still many reasons to be Thankful. The staff at Fairfield Equine wishes everyone to have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
Our main office will be closed November 26th and 27th in observance of Thanksgiving. If your horse has an emergency, please call the office to be connected with the on call veterinarian.
We would like to share some exciting news with you...
Congratulations to Fallon Koproski (front desk) and Brian Vanderweerdt, welcoming their beautiful baby girl Monday morning at 8:29am!
Emma Harleigh Vandeweerdt weighing in at 7.4lbs, 20.5”.
Wishing Carmineia, hospital technician, a very Happy Birthday!
Please help us continue to celebrate by signing this card by adding a comment.
"Even though 2020 is a bit different, still the same love for the horse" - Sarah Grogan
Technician Sarah Grogan took some time this weekend to reflect back on the ups and downs of 2020.
Today is a day of remembrance of the lives that were taken eight years ago. Our hearts go out to all the families and the entire Newtown/Sandy Hook community that was impacted by such a tragedy.
Please share with us how you spent 2020’s National Day of the Horse
American Association of Equine Practitioners
December 13 at 3:12 PM ·
With love today to the animal which stirs hearts and brings such joy.
Dr. Rick Mitchell, David O’Connor and Carol Rose. The names conjure glory and success, but their journeys weren’t all blue ribbons and rainbows. Brought to you by American Regent Animal Health, maker of Adequan® i.m. (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan), the “Stories in Stride” podcast Hosted by Allyn Mann, explores how these greats—and others—harnessed their unique equestrian talents and the magical moments that have shaped their lives.
Click the link to listen: https://www.adequan.com/Podcast
2020 has certainly been a year like no other, Fairfield Equine came in ready to contribute smart solutions for a new era of equine education with several lectures at the AAEP (American Association of Equine Practitioners) Virtual Convention.
Founded in 1954 this Annual Convention is an educational and networking event that this year was held entirely online, bringing together equine veterinarians and other industry professionals from around the world.
This year, our very own Drs. Mitchell, Edwards and Harmon contributed to the convention furthering education with live table topics and sessions focusing on “Hind Limb Lameness”, "Safety Issues and Efforts in Equine Sport: Past, Present, and Future”, "Sports Medicine Diseases with Surgical Options", "Neurologic vs. Neck Pain/Lameness and Mentoring New Grads and Introducing them into a New Practice".
Dr. Smith checks in for our FL team in Wellington, while the CT team enjoys a slightly different weather forecast
Hanukkah Sameach! (Happy Hanukkah)
Our office will be closing Christmas Eve at 12pm in observance of the holiday. As always, we have a doctor on call for emergencies, should your horse have any urgent need. We wish you and your family a very safe and fun holiday!
The business office and pharmacy will reopen Monday Dec. 28th.
Fireworks and celebrations ring in a New Year! We wish for 2021 to be healthy, safe, and full of horses.
In observance of ringing in the New Year, our business office will be closed tomorrow, Jan 1, 2021 and will reopen Monday Jan 4, 2021 at 8am. If you have an emergency please call the office to get in touch with the Doctor on call.
FES, or Functional Electric Stimulation, is a physiotherapy treatment performed using the EquiNew FES device developed by Dr. Sheila Schils. This physiotherapy helps improve and restore normal muscle function and provide pain relief. It can be applied to the neck, back, and pelvis and is very beneficial for reducing inflammation and reversing muscle atrophy.
For more information or interested in introducing this tool into your horses program. Please call our office @ 203-270-3600
Fairfield Equine seeks a highly qualified, energetic, go-getter to join our Equine Hospital Technician team headquartered in Newtown, Connecticut. The ideal candidate must have experience working with horses in a veterinary setting.
Fairfield Equine is a multiple-veterinarian equine sports medicine practice offering services including lameness, surgery, MRI, scintigraphy, 24-hour emergencies, ambulatory, wellness and diagnostic imaging.
We offer excellent compensation and benefits. Wages are DOQ.
Qualifications:
· Passion for veterinary medicine with horse background.
· Prior equine vet tech experience a plus but not required.
· Licensed Veterinary Technician a plus but not required
· Excellent horse-handling, communication, and customer service .
· Ability to manage horses of different disciplines.
· Medicine administration and patient monitoring
· General stall and barn cleaning
· Self-motivated, positive attitude with strong work ethic and good time management skills.
· Efficiently multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Background check, motor vehicle records history, and drug testing required.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Night shift
On call
Overtime
Weekends
COVID-19 considerations:
Mask required while working, temperature screening, sanitizing required
No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Remote interview process
Personal protective equipment provided or required
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Virtual meetings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
FAIRFIELD EQUINE ASSOCIATES
Hospital Technician
Fairfield Equine seeks a highly qualified, energetic, go-getter to join our Equine Ambulatory Technician team headquartered in Newtown, Connecticut. The ideal candidate must have experience working with horses in a veterinary setting. This challenging position requires some travel as well as relocation during the winter season to our satellite practice in Wellington, Florida.
Fairfield Equine is a multiple-veterinarian equine sports medicine practice offering services including lameness, surgery, MRI, scintigraphy, 24-hour emergencies, ambulatory, wellness and diagnostic imaging.
We offer excellent compensation and benefits. Wages are DOQ.
Qualifications:
- Passion for veterinary medicine with show horse background.
- Prior equine vet tech experience a plus but not required.
- Licensed Veterinary Technician a plus.
- Excellent horse-handling, communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage horses of different disciplines.
- Ability to carry up to 70 pounds for a short distance and jog horses for lameness exams.
- Self-motivated, positive attitude with strong work eithic and good time management skills.
- Efficiently multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to travel for extended periods.
Background check, motor vehicle records history, and drug testing required.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to araville@fairfieldequine.com, and refer to position #FEA-AMB920.
FAIRFIELD EQUINE ASSOCIATES
Equine Ambulatory Technician
The Client Services Specialist is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with a Hospital Manager and supporting medical staff to provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a smooth and efficient flow of clients and patients through the animal hospital.
Job Responsibilities
· Follows established policy and procedures in scheduling clients for prompt treatment of ill and/or injured patients, as well as proper scheduling of patients in need of vaccinations, rechecks, surgeries, in-hospital procedures, and other services that require the doctors’ and technicians’ time.
· Helps with client reminders for annual health assessments, parasite checks, dentistry, senior care, etc.
· Invoices clients, collects fees, and obtains authorization for credit charges following the credit policies of the hospital.
· Demonstrates basic emergency procedures and can give proper information on transporting the patient to the hospital. Responsible for advising hospital staff about incoming emergencies.
· Maintains appearance and cleanliness of the waiting room and reception area, including re-stocking of products, office supplies, client educational materials, hospital brochures, etc.
· Prepares and sends welcome letters, new client information packets, referral and thank you letters, condolences, long wait notes, and other correspondence for the doctors and/or Hospital Manager.
· Demonstrates a full working knowledge of PIMS procedures and functional applications.
Skills and Basic Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
· Prior client service experience in related area preferred but not required
· Proper telephone etiquette and client service excellence
· Basic veterinary medical knowledge, including products and services
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, e-mail, and practice management software experience preferred)
· Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task and still attend to details
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to araville@fairfieldequine.com
FAIRFIELD EQUINE ASSOCIATES
Client Services Specialist
New Year, New Horse Shows, and a New Coggins Test!
Are you planning to travel with your horse(s) this year to compete at shows, events, or hunter paces? Then you will need a current Coggins (EIA) test. Blood is drawn from your horse on the farm and then is sent off to the lab to be processed. Pictures for Global Vet Link Coggins will be taken of your horse’s front, right side, and left side, showing any markings or brands the horse may have.
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), also know as swamp fever, is a potentially fatal disease cause by a virus that can infect all types of equines, including horses, mules, zebras, and donkeys. This disease is spread via biting flies. In most cases, the disease begins with an acute phase of illness, followed by chronic symptoms which continue throughout the remainder of the horse’s life. Some horses do not show any symptoms but can still be a source of infection for other animals.
Dr. Al-Basha and Dr. March will be on site @ Epic Farm tomorrow, 1/3, for the last day of the New Year "A" Rated Show. If any exhibitor is need of a veterinarian, please contact the Horse Show office @ 860- 329- 2457
Check in From Wellington ☀️ Dr. Smith perfecting her ultrasound technique as WEF kicked off last week 🐴🌴🦄
Please help us welcome Brianna Sorriento to our team of Technicians. Bri earned a B.S. in Equine Science and Management from Suny Morrisville in 2018. Following this achievement, Bri stayed in Morrisville for an additional year earning herself a Bachelor of Technology in Equine Rehabilitation and Therapy in 2019. For the last year, Bri has been managing an Equine Rehab Facility in Texas, before returning to the New York/Connecticut area.
In Bri's words, "I've always found my happiness with horses. Once I stepped foot in barn at Suny Morrisville,, I knew I was right where I belonged. I have a passion to heal horses and give them the best chance they have at success in life, they deserve that!"
American Association of Equine Practitioners
January 7 at 4:34 PM ·
Did you know a horse with a moderate hair coat starts requiring additional calories for body temperature regulation when the outside temperature drops to approximately 50°F? Cold weather prompts special considerations for your horse's diet and care: https://aaep.org/horsehealth/cold-weather-nutrition
The FEI Jog for WEF 2 is currently underway at Global, where Dr. Mitchell is sitting in as this week Vet Delegate. Assisting with the inspections are Dr. Da Silva, Dr Stacy, and techencians: Sarah, Jen, and Nicole. We wish everyone good luck and to jump safe and high!
Please help us welcome Brianna Sorriento to our team of Technicians. Bri earned a B.S. in Equine Science and Management from Suny Morrisville in 2018. Following this achievement, Bri stayed in Morrisville for an additional year earning herself a Bachelor of Technology in Equine Rehabilitation and Therapy in 2019. For the last year, Bri has been managing an Equine Rehab Facility in Texas, before returning to the New York/Connecticut area.
In Bri's words, "I've always found my happiness with horses. Once I stepped foot in barn at Suny Morrisville,, I knew I was right where I belonged. I have a passion to heal horses and give them the best chance they have at success in life, they deserve that!"
With the sudden drop in temperature, it is vital that you keep your horses hydrated. One way to encourage water intake is by offering them a warm tea. A tea can be made by adding hay, alfalfa cubes, gatorade, or feed to warm water.
Click on the link below for more tips on how to keep your horses healthy during changes in weather!
THEHORSE.COM
Running Hot and Cold: Caring for Horses During Weather Changes – The Horse
Great opportunity for 501(c)(3) equine rescue and rehabilitation facilities in the U.S to receive free vaccines. Application Deadline is Feb 1, 2021.
AAEP.ORG
Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign | AAEP
Do you know what SAA test is? Your veterinarian can measure Serum Amyloid A (SAA) in 10 minutes, at your horse's side, using Stablelab. The measurement of SAA can detect infection before any other clinical signs appear, monitor the response to treatment and screen for illness
Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8Jq1cOXQwk
#zoetisequine #stablelab #equinevetmed
American Association of Equine Practitioners
January 7 at 4:34 PM ·
Did you know a horse with a moderate hair coat starts requiring additional calories for body temperature regulation when the outside temperature drops to approximately 50°F? Cold weather prompts special considerations for your horse's diet and care: https://aaep.org/horsehealth/cold-weather-nutrition
The FEI Jog for WEF 2 is currently underway at Global, where Dr. Mitchell is sitting in as this week Vet Delegate. Assisting with the inspections are Dr. Da Silva, Dr Stacy, and techencians: Sarah, Jen, and Nicole. We wish everyone good luck and to jump safe and high!
Please help us welcome Brianna Sorriento to our team of Technicians. Bri earned a B.S. in Equine Science and Management from Suny Morrisville in 2018. Following this achievement, Bri stayed in Morrisville for an additional year earning herself a Bachelor of Technology in Equine Rehabilitation and Therapy in 2019. For the last year, Bri has been managing an Equine Rehab Facility in Texas, before returning to the New York/Connecticut area.
In Bri's words, "I've always found my happiness with horses. Once I stepped foot in barn at Suny Morrisville,, I knew I was right where I belonged. I have a passion to heal horses and give them the best chance they have at success in life, they deserve that!"
Please help us wish, road technician Melanie Schaffer a very Happy Birthday!🎂🎉🥳
For our North Easterners, Happy snow day! Which way would you choose to go?
With the sudden drop in temperature, it is vital that you keep your horses hydrated. One way to encourage water intake is by offering them a warm tea. A tea can be made by adding hay, alfalfa cubes, gatorade, or feed to warm water.
Click on the link below for more tips on how to keep your horses healthy during changes in weather!
THEHORSE.COM
Running Hot and Cold: Caring for Horses During Weather Changes – The Horse
Great opportunity for 501(c)(3) equine rescue and rehabilitation facilities in the U.S to receive free vaccines. Application Deadline is Feb 1, 2021.
AAEP.ORG
Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign | AAEP
Do you know what SAA test is? Your veterinarian can measure Serum Amyloid A (SAA) in 10 minutes, at your horse's side, using Stablelab. The measurement of SAA can detect infection before any other clinical signs appear, monitor the response to treatment and screen for illness
Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8Jq1cOXQwk
#zoetisequine #stablelab #equinevetmed
American Association of Equine Practitioners
January 7 at 4:34 PM ·
Did you know a horse with a moderate hair coat starts requiring additional calories for body temperature regulation when the outside temperature drops to approximately 50°F? Cold weather prompts special considerations for your horse's diet and care: https://aaep.org/horsehealth/cold-weather-nutrition
A Hoof abscess can occur when bacteria becomes trapped between the sensitive laminae (the tissue layer that bonds the hoof capsule to the coffin bone) and the hoof wall or sole. The bacteria generates exudate, such as pus, which builds up and creates pressure behind the hoof wall or sole. This pressure can become extremely painful.
Abscesses are commonly seen during wet winter and spring months; hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round. Moisture in the environment can soften regions of the foot and make it easier for bacteria to get trapped inside. Extremely dry conditions can cause brittle, cracked feet. The abscess-causing bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks, by traveling up the white line, though penetrating wounds to the foot, of even by “close” horseshoe nails. Deep bruising may also trigger an abscess.
Dr. Branecky and Dr. Smith had new transportation to their first appointment this morning.
Please help us wish, road technician Melanie Schaffer a very Happy Birthday!🎂🎉🥳
For our North Easterners, Happy snow day! Which way would you choose to go?
With the sudden drop in temperature, it is vital that you keep your horses hydrated. One way to encourage water intake is by offering them a warm tea. A tea can be made by adding hay, alfalfa cubes, gatorade, or feed to warm water.
Click on the link below for more tips on how to keep your horses healthy during changes in weather!
THEHORSE.COM
Running Hot and Cold: Caring for Horses During Weather Changes – The Horse
Great opportunity for 501(c)(3) equine rescue and rehabilitation facilities in the U.S to receive free vaccines. Application Deadline is Feb 1, 2021.
AAEP.ORG
Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign | AAEP
Please help us welcome Olivia Kalmar to our Client Services team.
From her hometown of Southington, Olivia helped the University of Hartford launch their first ISHA team before graduating with Bachelors in Biology. In her spare time, she is found with her two horses, one of which she recently imported and is currently in the works of making him an Amateur Hunter. If you can't find her at the barn working or at a horse show, Olivia is hanging out with her two cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Winston and Pippa.
#MeetTheTeamMonday
You had me at Hay... Who is your 2021 Valentine?
Show us your Valentine in comments and have a Happy Valentine's Day!
A Hoof abscess can occur when bacteria becomes trapped between the sensitive laminae (the tissue layer that bonds the hoof capsule to the coffin bone) and the hoof wall or sole. The bacteria generates exudate, such as pus, which builds up and creates pressure behind the hoof wall or sole. This pressure can become extremely painful.
Abscesses are commonly seen during wet winter and spring months; hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round. Moisture in the environment can soften regions of the foot and make it easier for bacteria to get trapped inside. Extremely dry conditions can cause brittle, cracked feet. The abscess-causing bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks, by traveling up the white line, though penetrating wounds to the foot, of even by “close” horseshoe nails. Deep bruising may also trigger an abscess.
Dr. Branecky and Dr. Smith had new transportation to their first appointment this morning.
Please help us wish, road technician Melanie Schaffer a very Happy Birthday!🎂🎉🥳
For our North Easterners, Happy snow day! Which way would you choose to go?
Did you know that 70 percent of the United States was covered in snow last week? We know a lot of you were (and still are) dealing with winter conditions!
We want to know what your best winter horse care tips or hacks are: How do you deal with icy water buckets, snow-packed hooves, and frozen fingers and blanket hooks?
Please help us welcome Olivia Kalmar to our Client Services team.
From her hometown of Southington, Olivia helped the University of Hartford launch their first ISHA team before graduating with Bachelors in Biology. In her spare time, she is found with her two horses, one of which she recently imported and is currently in the works of making him an Amateur Hunter. If you can't find her at the barn working or at a horse show, Olivia is hanging out with her two cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Winston and Pippa.
#MeetTheTeamMonday
You had me at Hay... Who is your 2021 Valentine?
Show us your Valentine in comments and have a Happy Valentine's Day!
A Hoof abscess can occur when bacteria becomes trapped between the sensitive laminae (the tissue layer that bonds the hoof capsule to the coffin bone) and the hoof wall or sole. The bacteria generates exudate, such as pus, which builds up and creates pressure behind the hoof wall or sole. This pressure can become extremely painful.
Abscesses are commonly seen during wet winter and spring months; hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round. Moisture in the environment can soften regions of the foot and make it easier for bacteria to get trapped inside. Extremely dry conditions can cause brittle, cracked feet. The abscess-causing bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks, by traveling up the white line, though penetrating wounds to the foot, of even by “close” horseshoe nails. Deep bruising may also trigger an abscess.
Dr. Branecky and Dr. Smith had new transportation to their first appointment this morning.
Wishing a dual Happy Birthday to Dr. Al-Basha and road technician Addison Tomanelli! 🥳🎁🎂🎉
Dr. Alex MacLeod enjoying a little time in the saddle last week while competing in a 1.30 class at Black Watch Farm on her horse Jack.
Did you know that 70 percent of the United States was covered in snow last week? We know a lot of you were (and still are) dealing with winter conditions!
We want to know what your best winter horse care tips or hacks are: How do you deal with icy water buckets, snow-packed hooves, and frozen fingers and blanket hooks?
Please help us welcome Olivia Kalmar to our Client Services team.
From her hometown of Southington, Olivia helped the University of Hartford launch their first ISHA team before graduating with Bachelors in Biology. In her spare time, she is found with her two horses, one of which she recently imported and is currently in the works of making him an Amateur Hunter. If you can't find her at the barn working or at a horse show, Olivia is hanging out with her two cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Winston and Pippa.
#MeetTheTeamMonday
You had me at Hay... Who is your 2021 Valentine?
Show us your Valentine in comments and have a Happy Valentine's Day!
You’re invited to FEA's Client Education Seminar on Wednesday, March 10th @ 7pm hosted by Dr. Branecky!
Tune in to learn more about the benefits of preventative care – a pillar for your horse’s health and an important reason why Fairfield Equine now offers Wellness Plans.
Click here to register: https://nva.zoom.us/j/95611716322 or contact us for more info at info@fairfieldequine.com.
Update from the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDDC) in Marion/Ocala area.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about your horses vaccine history.
Fairfield Equine is excited to announce the launch of our Wellness Plans for your horse!
Save up to 14% on routine vaccines, dental floats, Coggins, and more when you bundle these services each year.
Call us at (203) 270 – 3600 to sign up and learn about our Silver, Gold, and Senior plans.
Wishing a dual Happy Birthday to Dr. Al-Basha and road technician Addison Tomanelli! 🥳🎁🎂🎉
Dr. Alex MacLeod enjoying a little time in the saddle last week while competing in a 1.30 class at Black Watch Farm on her horse Jack.
Dr. March was one of five candidates that was matched through the Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP) for a diagnostic Imaging and Radiology Residency at The Ohio State University, where she will receive postdoctoral clinical training in all of the subspecialty areas of veterinary radiology: ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, and MRI. This training will fulfill the requirements of the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) and result in eligibility to apply for the preliminary and certifying exams of the ACVR.
Please join us in Congratulating Dr. Simone March, BVM&S MRCVS in being accepted into this competitive program.
Fairfield Equine Associates updated their business hours.
Join Dr. Branecky Tonight March 10 @ 7pm for the 5 W’s of Wellness & Debunking Dentistry Webinar. A brief discussion will take place about FEA's new Wellness Plans
Click here https://nva.zoom.us/j/95611716322
Join Dr. Branecky for the 5 W’s of Wellness & Debunking Dentistry Webinar this Wednesday March 10 @ 7pm EST.
Click here to register: https://nva.zoom.us/j/95611716322
Update from the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDDC) in Marion/Ocala area.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about your horses vaccine history.
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Horse Tested for EHV at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival
Did you know we offer Wellness Plans? Check out our Silver Plan and save 11% when you sign up!
Silver Plan Benefits Include:
- Wellness Exam
- Deworming
- Coggins Test
- Flu/Rhino
- PHF/Rabies
- EWT/WN
- Fecal Egg Count
- Dental Exam & Float
Contact us at (203) 270 – 3600 to learn more about the Silver Wellness Plan or other available plans suitable for your horse.
Back in November, Dr. Smith became one of three candidates accepted into a Large Animal Rotating Hospital Internship at the University of Georgia, where she will be spending the next year experiencing an internal medicine, surgery, and anesthesia rotation. During this internship Dr. Smith will be an integral part of each rotation and participate in the diagnostic and treatment of daily cases, focusing on surgery.
Please help us celebrate with Dr. Caitlin Smith, BS DVM on her acceptance into this Internship program.
Wishing road technician, Chelsea Mongillo a Happy Birthday. 🥳
Dr. March was one of five candidates that was matched through the Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP) for a diagnostic Imaging and Radiology Residency at The Ohio State University, where she will receive postdoctoral clinical training in all of the subspecialty areas of veterinary radiology: ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, and MRI. This training will fulfill the requirements of the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) and result in eligibility to apply for the preliminary and certifying exams of the ACVR.
Please join us in Congratulating Dr. Simone March, BVM&S MRCVS in being accepted into this competitive program.
Fairfield Equine Associates updated their business hours.
Congratulations Dr. Macleod on your match!
Dr. MacLeod will be joining seven other veterinarians that were matched through the Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP) at the VCA Animal Specialty & Emergency Center of Los Angeles. Dr. Macleod will be focusing on Radiology and Imaging during her time on the West Coast .
It’s not too late to sign up for Wellness Plans for the Spring! Save 11% on preventative care with our Gold Plan.
Gold Plan Benefits Include:
- Wellness Exam/ Nutrition Consult
- Deworming
- Coggins Test
- Flu/Rhino
- PHF/Rabies
- EWT/WN
- Fecal Egg Count
- CBC/Chem/Fibrinogen
- Vitamin E
- Dental Exam & Float
Contact us at (203) 270 – 3600 to learn more about the Gold Wellness Plan or other available plans suitable for your horse.
Please help us wish Dr. Harmon a very Happy Birthday as well as hospital technician Brianna Kearney a Belated Happy Birthday ( March 18). 🥳🎉🎈🎂
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Horse Tested for EHV at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival
Did you know we offer Wellness Plans? Check out our Silver Plan and save 11% when you sign up!
Silver Plan Benefits Include:
- Wellness Exam
- Deworming
- Coggins Test
- Flu/Rhino
- PHF/Rabies
- EWT/WN
- Fecal Egg Count
- Dental Exam & Float
Contact us at (203) 270 – 3600 to learn more about the Silver Wellness Plan or other available plans suitable for your horse.
Back in November, Dr. Smith became one of three candidates accepted into a Large Animal Rotating Hospital Internship at the University of Georgia, where she will be spending the next year experiencing an internal medicine, surgery, and anesthesia rotation. During this internship Dr. Smith will be an integral part of each rotation and participate in the diagnostic and treatment of daily cases, focusing on surgery.
Please help us celebrate with Dr. Caitlin Smith, BS DVM on her acceptance into this Internship program.
