Triangle Holistic Veterinary Service PLLC

10/07/2024

PLEASE HELP WITH VETERINARY SUPPLIES FOR THE SMALL AND LARGE ANIMAL VICTIMS OF HELENE!

I have created a "wish list" through my non-profit practice, the Spay-Neuter Spay Neuter Assistance Program of North Carolina. I am gathering these supplies for those already on the ground (much has also been requested from pharmaceutical companies through the NCVMA). But these "every day" items are in huge demand. Many large animals will have to shelter in place due to their remote location or serious injury. A lot of items will have to go out with a veterinary professional on the back of a 4-wheeler. If you want to purchase elsewhere (like Walmart or a warehouse club), PM me and I will either pick up or you can deliver to me in New Hill, NC. Thank you so VERY much.

05/20/2024

Great advice.

Before backing your youngster please read -

A horse ages roughly 3 times faster than a human.

So a 90 year old human is a 30 year old horse. Both very old, usually arthritic, don’t have many of their original teeth left, and very likely retired and enjoying the finer things in life.

A 25 year old horse is a 75 year old human. Still works so far.

A 20 year old horse is a 60 year old human. At that point where the body doesn’t work like it use to but the brain is all there and wants to be active.

A 13 year old horse is a 39 year old human. Middle aged, prime of their life where their knowledge and physical ability are about equal.

So let’s get down to the babies and work our way up.

A 3 year old horse is a 9 year old child. A child. Not ready for work by a long stretch. We have moved past sending children down the mines.

A 4 year old horse is a 12 year old child. Often will do odd jobs for pocket money, maybe a paper round, mowing lawns etc. Basically a 4 yo horse can start a bit of light work to earn their keep.

A 5 year old horse is a 15 year old teenager. Think they know it all, cocky, and ready to up their work and responsibilities. Still quite weak and not fully developed so shouldn’t be at their physical limit but can start building strength.

A 6 year old horse is an 18 year old human. An adult. Ready to work hard.

Pushing your youngster too hard too young will result in failure of many body parts. Joints, tendons, ligaments as well as their brains. Waiting one year at the beginning can give a horse another 10 years of useful working life. Be patient with your pride and joy!

05/07/2024

04/05/2024

THVS offers in home/on farm euthanasia for small animal and equine companions. PM or call/email for an appt.

03/24/2024

This is a great podcast on Equine allergies and the microbiome in the gut. As someone who has a horse that tested severely allergic to 87 of the 91 allergens, I sat up and listened. His gut was so compromised that he had full body inflammation. Does he have allergies? Most likely yes. But by changing his diet alone, his gut is healthier, his coat is shinier, and overall, he is much more settled. I have the StableFeed line of products to thank for that.

‎Show Tack Box Talk, Ep My Horse Has What?: The story of allergy and microbiome testing - are they really worth it? - Dec 13, 2023

03/24/2024

Testing your horse for allergies? Listen to this first!

‎Show Tack Box Talk, Ep My Horse Has What?: The story of allergy and microbiome testing - are they really worth it? - Dec 13, 2023

01/14/2024

https://www.facebook.com/laureen.bartfield/posts/pfbid0NGi35k7xxs96r2EwtrG7snZQxFafTBSgnWpyMxFg6ng2doGBHcH5D42WpvtMn95vl

12/20/2023

Excited to be able to offer StableFeed's line of equine forage, SainFoin, and other products and supplements! I have fed this to my horses for a few months now and not only has it changed their coats for the better, but I am seeing less GI issues and they are generally more content and easy to manage. Allergic horse? Pfftt - not anymore! Stay tuned for more goodness!

12/19/2023

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After skimming through some comments on a few shared posts I’d like to add this:

This study was to determine whether or not horses have a preference for water temp, not specifically which temperature, or under any specific conditions.

Horses will drink water outside of ideal water temps, but similar studies have shown they drink more water within a certain temperature range. Ex- I’ll drink warm water if I’m really thirsty, but I’ll drink significantly more if it’s room temp or slightly chilled.

Every horse’s preference will be slightly different.

Ever stick your hand in 66 degree F water? It’s not warm😅

12/09/2023

Baby it’s cold outside! ❄️⛄️

Many people think of donkeys as hardy, low-maintenance “small horses.” However, while they have similarities, donkeys are a completely different species and as such have a different physical, mental, and emotional make-up.

As the weather gets colder, it’s important to remember that donkeys are more sensitive to changes in temperature than their equine friends. They don’t grow a winter coat like horses and their hair is less waterproof, so they require shelter from the elements (like a run-in shed or a waterproof blanket). Being stoic animals, they also won’t show signs of discomfort and hypothermia until they are very sick.

Remember that every animal is different depending on age, breed, and other health conditions, so be sure with your primary veterinarian to address any concerns or questions!
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Brough to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.