Reata Equine Hospital is a full service
equine hospital located 20 minutes west of Ft. Worth in
Weatherford Texas. We offer a full range of services
including:
Drug Tips for Cold
Weather The colder weather has
arrived to north Texas. In the name of convenience many
of us store pharmaceuticals in the barn tack room or in
our horse trailers, but the drop in temperature can have
an effect on the medications stored outside.
Many medications, if given after they freeze, won’t harm
a horse, but their efficacy may be affected. As an
example, if Acepromazine freezes it will not have the
same tranqualizing effects if administered to a horse
after it has thawed. Not sure if a medication has
frozen? Watch for changes in its color or consistency.
If you notice these changes throw it out.
Vaccines, however, are a different story and should not
be administered after they have frozen. They can cause
adverse injection site reactions. If you are unsure of
the effect of cold weather on a particular drug give us
a call at the clinic.
Preventing a freeze is the most reliable method to
ensuring those “go-to” drugs work when we need them. We
recommend storing those staple medications in a portable
container that can be moved indoors on those cold winter
nights. So after you finish draining your water hoses
grab your drug box on the way to the house.
Reata Farrier wins
31st annual Texas Professional Farrier’s Association
Forging and Shoeing Contest Eric McConnell, resident
farrier at Reata Equine Hospital, placed 1st overall in
Division 1 at the Texas Professional Farrier’s
Association 31st annual Forging and Shoeing Contest held
October 13th -15th, 2011. The contest consisted of
several classes designed to test a farrier’s skill,
speed and craftsmanship. McConnell earned the first
place title by receiving 3rd place or higher in multiple
class within Division 1.
Class 1, in which McConnell placed 3rd,
required a modification of a factory produced size 1
shoe shaped into hinds with rolled toe, quarter clips
and extended heels within the 45 minute time
restriction. McConnell also took home a 3rd place finish
in Class 2 after building a pair of hind shoes, with
quarter clips, from bar stock to judge imposed
specifications in under 60 minutes. Class 3, a 2nd place
finish for McConnell, tested each contestant’s ability
to produce a Fullered straight bar shoe with 7 nails 5
city with toe clip in 60 minutes. To top it off
McConnell placed 1st in the shoeing class by shoeing a
horse with a pair of front keg shoes.
McConnell also participated in the 3
Person Forging competition, placing 5th, in the 3 Person
Draft class. Congratulations to Eric on his win!
Performance Horse
Electrolyte and Mineral Mix
formulated by Reata Equine Hospital The veterinarians at Reata
Equine Hospital know the importance of maintaining
proper electrolyte and mineral balance in horses. All
too often we see the negative effects of electrolyte
deficiencies and the performance limiting dehydration
that accompanies them. Electrolyte imbalances and
decreased water intake are associated with colic,
anhydrosis, tying up and many other diseases that can be
not only performance limiting, but life threatening.
In an effort to provide an effective and affordable
product to horse owners Reata Equine Hospital is now
making available our custom formulation of electrolytes
and minerals. Sodium, potassium and chloride serve as
the base of the blend with calcium and phosphorus added
in proportion to the specific needs of horses. Trace
minerals are then combined with this mixture to provide
a unique formulation equine professionals rely on to
ensure the health and performance of their horses.
Performance Horse Electrolyte and Mineral Supplement
formulated by Reata Equine Hospital helps replace
electrolytes and minerals lost in sweat and stimulates
increased water consumption. One 25 gm scoop per feeding
safely provides what your horse needs at less than .05¢
a day.
USDA APPROVED
EXPORT FACILITY The horse market in North Texas has gone
global with the rise in demand for quality horses in
several international marketplaces including Europe,
Australia and South America . Our expert staff and USDA
approved facilities are designed to handle isolation,
testing, document preparation and logistics for horses
destined for international travel.
We are also equipped with the knowledge and the tools to
collect, process, approve and ship frozen semen to
numerous destinations around the world, including, but
not limited to, the European Union, Brazil , Australia
and New Zealand . Call 817-599-9635 for more
information.
IN HOUSE FARRIER Forget to schedule a trim? Need to have a
shoe tacked on before you leave for a show? We can
handle that. Eric McConnell, our newest team member at
Reata Equine Hospital , is pleased to offer full time,
in clinic farrier service. Call 817-599-9635 to schedule
an appointment.
Reata Equine Hospital Equine Wellness
Program -
In an effort to continue our mission of providing the
highest quality health care for your horses, we have
developed The Reata Equine Wellness Program. Under the
direction of Dr. Cal Davis we are excited to offer this
program to ensure your horses are properly cared for
year round. The Reata Equine Wellness Program contains
all the basic services we recommend at a greatly reduced
rate to you. This comprehensive program includes
physical exams with health reports, vaccinations,
parasite control, dental care, coggins testing,
nutritional counseling, and farm visits. Enrollment of
your horse lets us take away the guess work of whether
you are providing the proper care at the right time. For
complete Wellness Program services, details, pricing,
and enrollment applications Click here
or call the office at 817.599.9635.
Congratulations
to Reata Equine Hospital…
Named one of the TOP FIVE equine hospitals in the
United States by Horseman Magazine.
Click here to view the article.
