First Equine Veterinary Services

First Equine Veterinary Services First Equine Veterinary Services is a full service equine ambulatory practice based out of Mobile, A

First Equine Veterinary Services is a full service equine ambulatory practice based out of Mobile, Alabama. We pride ourselves in providing quality veterinary care with compassion. Whether your equine companion is an elite athlete or a pasture pet, we will be there for you 24/7 with state of the art veterinary care. We offer routine care, as well as advanced diagnostics and regenerative therapies,

and alternative therapies such as acupuncture, spinal manipulation, and laser and vibration therapy. We look forward to meeting you and being a part of your horse’s success. If you have any questions, or would like to set up an appointment, please don’t hesitate to call!

Trivia Tuesday!! 🕺🏼 Do you know what two breeds make up an Appendix?? What about a National Show Horse?? Tell us what yo...
05/26/2026

Trivia Tuesday!! 🕺🏼

Do you know what two breeds make up an Appendix?? What about a National Show Horse??

Tell us what you think!

✨A Saturday Success Story✨(🚨 and warning for graphic photos)In the beginning of October, we had quite an interesting eme...
05/23/2026

✨A Saturday Success Story✨

(🚨 and warning for graphic photos)

In the beginning of October, we had quite an interesting emergency case! Dr. Brittany and two veterinary students responded to a call where the owners found one of their horses with a SEVERE laceration and unable to move.

Upon examination, this patient had completely severed his extensor muscles (the muscles responsible for bringing the leg forward), barely missing his cephalic vein and median nerve. After ruling out a fracture, Dr. Brittany and the students got to work managing the patient’s pain and addressing this massive wound. During the process, we also discovered the cause of the injury — an unprotected suspension wire from a pole.

Several hours later, the laceration was repaired as best as possible using multiple drains. The patient was started on aggressive antibiotics, pain medication, and strict stall rest. One thing about wounds of this severity is that healing takes a long time — and requires a lot of patience.

Over the following weeks, some of the sutures dehisced as expected as severely damaged tissue began to die off. With large wounds, we often try to salvage as much tissue as possible, knowing some areas may not survive. At each recheck, the wound was cleaned, debrided, and medications were adjusted as needed.

Wound healing occurs in different phases, and each phase requires different bandage materials and topical therapies. We initially used antibiotic-infused Kerlix bandages, then transitioned to calcium alginate dressings to help absorb excess fluid. Later, we switched to Manuka honey dressings to encourage granulation tissue formation — and boy, did it work!

Once a healthy granulation bed was established, the owners continued treatment with topical SSD ointment. With every update we received, the wound continued to contract and improve.

We are so happy to report that this patient made a complete recovery and is doing amazingly well! The owners rode him for the first time since his injury last week. 💕🥹

The two veterinary students who assisted on the case stayed in touch throughout the entire healing process and received every update along the way. Cases like this truly take a village, and we want to give a huge shoutout to these incredibly dedicated owners for their diligence and commitment to his care every step of the way. 💙

Trivia Tuesday!! 🍿 What are these called on horses’ legs and what purpose do they serve?Tell us what you think!
05/19/2026

Trivia Tuesday!! 🍿

What are these called on horses’ legs and what purpose do they serve?

Tell us what you think!

At First Equine Veterinary Services, we’re always working to provide the best possible care for both you and your horses...
05/18/2026

At First Equine Veterinary Services, we’re always working to provide the best possible care for both you and your horses — and your feedback helps us do just that! 💙

Our Client Satisfaction Survey has been emailed to active clients, and we would greatly appreciate you taking a few minutes to share your experience with our team.

Your feedback helps us continue to grow, improve, and serve our equine community with the compassionate care you deserve.

🐴 Active clients: please check your email inbox for the survey link!

Thank you for trusting us with your horses. We truly appreciate each and every one of you. 💙

Thank you to everyone who attended our client education talk on equine emergencies this week!! We will let everyone know...
05/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our client education talk on equine emergencies this week!!

We will let everyone know when our next event will be later this summer/fall!

Trivia Tuesday! ⛑️In preparation of our client talk this evening, which one of the following is considered an emergency:...
05/12/2026

Trivia Tuesday! ⛑️

In preparation of our client talk this evening, which one of the following is considered an emergency:

a) diarrhea
b) swollen sheath
c) lame at the trot
d) squinty eye

Tell us what you think!!

🔹Friday’s with the Firsts, Rehab Series🔹After restoring range of motion, the next phase of rehabilitation is ✨balance an...
05/08/2026

🔹Friday’s with the Firsts, Rehab Series🔹

After restoring range of motion, the next phase of rehabilitation is ✨balance and stability✨ which are essential for safe, coordinated movements and long-term soundness. Once a joint can move freely, the body must relearn how to control that motion—this is where proprioception (the body’s awareness of position) and neuromuscular coordination come into play.

Balance and stability exercises help retrain the small stabilizing muscles that support joints during movement. Without this step, patients often compensate with larger muscle groups, leading to inefficient movement patterns, early fatigue, and increased risk of re-injury. Improving stability also helps protect joints, particularly during dynamic activities like turning, working on uneven terrain, or demanding athletic performance.

The stability phase typically begins with simple, controlled exercises—such as weight shifting, utilizing balance pads, or slow, deliberate transitions. These can then progress to more challenging tasks that are more discipline-specific demands.

Specific exercises/tools used for this phase can include:
🔹vibration plates-excellent for core stability, balance, and increasing bone density
🔹balance pads-SO many different uses for these
🔹standing on 3 legs-challenges balance, good to assess how patient compensates
🔹tail pulls-more advanced, should be done with guidance to do properly
🔹walking through different footing
🔹certain pole exercises

Ultimately, restoring balance and stability bridges the gap between basic mobility and full functional performance, ensuring the patient can move confidently, efficiently, and safely. Not only should this phase be involved with any rehabilitation, but incorporating proprioceptive exercises helps to build a stronger, more confident horse.

Both Dr. Patrick and Dr. Zach are in Lexington at the ISELP course learning about the equine shoulder, elbow, and proxim...
05/08/2026

Both Dr. Patrick and Dr. Zach are in Lexington at the ISELP course learning about the equine shoulder, elbow, and proximal forelimb to better help our patients!!!

This is Dr. Zach’s second ISELP course, and after this weekend Dr. Patrick will have completed all of them. He will then start preparing to take the very difficult test to become one of the few fully ISELP certified veterinarians in the world!!

Trivia Tuesday!! 🤓True or False:Rolling causes horses’ gut to twist during colic. Tell us what you think below!
05/05/2026

Trivia Tuesday!! 🤓

True or False:

Rolling causes horses’ gut to twist during colic.

Tell us what you think below!

Tell us who your Derby pick is this weekend!! 🔹Dr. Brittany: Emerging Market-she picked him to win the Louisiana Derby w...
05/01/2026

Tell us who your Derby pick is this weekend!!

🔹Dr. Brittany: Emerging Market
-she picked him to win the Louisiana Derby which he did, so she’s following through. 🏆

🔹Dr. Patrick: Emerging Market
-he didn’t pick him for the Louisiana Derby, but watched him win it 🏆

🔹Dr. Zach: Further Ado
-he likes his trainer, jockey, and past performances 🐎

🔹Dr. Kristin: So Happy
-she likes a good underdog story 💕

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10989 Legacy Lane
Mobile, AL
36608

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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(251) 377-4540

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