Peterson Smith Equine Hospital + Complete Care

03/25/2026

Small changes, big impact! 🐎 We asked three of our vets: What’s ONE management change that can make a big difference in your horse’s health?

👉 See the images in this post to find out, and let us know, what’s one change that’s helped your horse?

03/23/2026

🏃‍♀️🐎 Race week is here!! The Love of the Horse 5K is this Sunday, and there’s still time to be part of something that truly matters. As a proud hosting sponsor, Peterson Smith Equine Hospital would love to see our clients, friends, and the entire horse community come together for this event.

This is a perfect chance to directly support the Foundation for the Horse and their programs that protect, care for, and advance equine well-being. Whether you run or walk, every step is a way to give back to the animals that give us so much. Plus, stay after the race for an incredible Polo match! Bring a friend, bring your family, and join us for a meaningful morning in support of horses!

Don’t wait!! Sign up now and be part of it this Sunday. 👉https://loveofthehorse5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=13083

03/12/2026

🐎⏰ Last call for race shirts!

We’re officially in the final 24 hours to register for the Love of the Horse 5K and guarantee your race t-shirt!

Grab your barn friends and come join us! We hope to see a lot of familiar faces from the Peterson Smith community out there. 💙

🚨🐎 FINAL 24 HOURS TO GET A RACE T-SHIRT! 🐎🚨

The clock is ticking! There are less than 24 hours left to register for the Love of the Horse 5K and guarantee your official race t-shirt! 👕

If you’ve been meaning to sign up, this is your moment. Register by March 13 to lock in your shirt and get ready for an amazing morning celebrating the horses and the incredible community that surrounds them.

Good news: race registration will stay open all the way until race day, so you can still join the fun later if needed. But race shirts are only guaranteed for participants who sign up by March 13, so don’t miss your chance to grab the official swag!

✨ Don’t wait! Sign up today and be part of something special.

👉 Register here: https://loveofthehorse5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=13083&fbclid=IwY2xjawPgWAhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZaUFRRGZYWXdGNGpiTExac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlkcRgjIX3P2cCBlE19fWy9EsNvp-9jfsFhWxYI3MGnYgFzDdlqp0xitNVTN_aem_mAK0WdwS9Grv4tYM6XIHpQ

03/10/2026

We’re getting excited for the Love of the Horse 5K, and the countdown is on! 🐎🏃‍♀️

If you’re planning to join us, be sure to register by March 13 to receive an official race t-shirt. It’s going to be an incredible morning celebrating the horses who inspire us and the amazing community that cares for them. We would love to see our clients, colleagues, and friends out there with us!

Grab your barn friends, family, or coworkers and come be part of the fun.

👉 Register here: https://loveofthehorse5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=13083

Don’t miss your chance to snag an official Love of the Horse 5K race t-shirt!!! 👕

Register by March 13 to guarantee your shirt and be part of the herd showing up in style on race day. Whether you’re running, walking, jogging, or cheering friends across the finish line, this event is all about coming together to celebrate our shared love of horses and the incredible community built around them.

The countdown is on, and race day will be here before we know it! Sign up by March 13 to secure your shirt and your spot!

👉 Register here: https://loveofthehorse5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=13083

We can’t wait to see everyone out there celebrating the love of the horse! 🐎🏃‍♀️

03/03/2026

Now Offering Acupuncture at HITS with Dr. Rhiana Ryan!

Looking for a simple, effective way to help your horse feel their best during circuit? Acupuncture with Dr. Rhiana Ryan is now available every Wednesday at HITS Ocala! This drug-free therapy helps reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and support overall mobility, so your horse can move more comfortably and perform more consistently. It’s the perfect midweek reset: after a demanding show week, acupuncture helps your horse recover from accumulated muscle fatigue and strain while preparing their body for the rides and rounds ahead.

Thoughtful recovery is what keeps horses feeling fresh, loose, and ready to compete, and this is an easy way to build that into your routine! Dr. Ryan can meet you right at your stall, or you can bring your horse to the vet area for a session. Scheduling is available starting 3/11, and appointments are $200.

Ready to get on the books? Just click this link to easily book online, or call us at 352-237-6151! EquineAcupuncturewithDrRhiannaRyan@PetersonSmith.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/EquineAcupuncturewithDrRhiannaRyan@PetersonSmith.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true

01/30/2026

This weekend, winter is coming. ❄️⚔️

Temperature swings can be tough on horses. Sudden cold snaps, like the one Ocala is set to experience this weekend, can increase the risk of colic, especially when water intake drops and routines change. Set your barn up for success with our tips below! 👇👇👇

01/28/2026

The clock is officially ON! ⏰🐎

In just 60 days, we’ll be kicking off the Love of the Horse Ocala 5K, a morning of coming together for the horses and horse people who keep this community strong!

Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking with friends, or joining your very first 5K, there’s a place for you on this course. Registration is open, the countdown has started, and the excitement is building!

Sign up here! https://loveofthehorse5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=13083

01/23/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome the first foal of the year at our Advanced Fertility Center in Summerfield! A gorgeous, healthy c**t was born to Midnight Reign, and both mare and foal are doing wonderfully. Huge congratulations to their owner on this happy little Gypsy foal!

If your mare’s due date is approaching, we offer foaling services at the AFC! Our veterinary staff will be on standby to assist your mare, giving you added peace of mind during this special time.

To learn more about our foaling out options, call our Advanced Fertility Center team at 352.307.3000!

01/22/2026

We’re incredibly thankful for the support of Peterson Smith Equine Hospital + Complete Care and their role in making the Love of the Horse 5K possible! As a full-service equine practice, their team provides thoughtful, comprehensive care, from routine wellness and preventive medicine to advanced surgeries and emergency support, always with the horse’s best interest at the center.

We’re proud to have Peterson Smith Equine Hospital & Complete Care alongside us, supporting the horses and horse people who make this community what it is!

01/16/2026

Join us for this incredible community event benefiting The Foundation for the Horse, an organization dedicated to advancing equine health, welfare, education, and research!

We’re proud to share that this year’s Love of the Horse 5K will once again benefit The Foundation for the Horse, the leading charitable organization advancing the health and welfare of horses around the world. 🐴❤️

For more than 25 years, the Foundation has funded critical programs in equine research, education, and disaster support, helping horses live healthier, safer lives and supporting the veterinarians who care for them. Their impact reaches from local communities and scholarships all the way to international relief efforts, providing everything from emergency resources during natural disasters to long-term research that shapes the future of equine medicine.

Whether you run, walk, sponsor, or cheer from the sidelines, your involvement helps make a difference for horses everywhere! 🐎💙

01/13/2026

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Bridge to Peterson Smith Equine Hospital as one of our 2026–2027 Hospital Interns, joining us for 18 months!

Originally from California, Dr. Bridge relocated to North Carolina in 2010, where she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She went on to earn her DVM from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, completing her clinical year at Texas A&M University. After an externship at Peterson Smith, Dr. Bridge knew she wanted to return to continue her training as an intern, and we’re thrilled to have her back.

Dr. Bridge began riding at the age of seven and spent more than two decades competing on hunter/jumper circuits across the country. Her professional interests include internal medicine and neonatology, with growing interests in ophthalmology and dentistry. Outside of the hospital, Dr. Bridge enjoys spending time with her husband and helping manage their family farm, home to two dogs, six cats, eight retired horses, and a flock of ducks. She’s also a fan of large-scale jigsaw puzzles and loves to travel.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Bridge to the Peterson Smith family, we’re excited to have her with us this year!

01/09/2026

At Peterson Smith, we take pride in recognizing team members whose expertise and dedication keep our hospital operating at the highest level. This month, our Star Award honors Chris Mareina! Chris consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the condition of our CT unit remains top notch! As a result of his thoroughness, external inspection professionals recently recognized our Qalibra system as one of the best maintained platforms in the country.

Because of Chris’s diligence and oversight, our CT machine remains reliable, downtime is minimized, and our imaging team can focus fully on providing the highest standard of care for our patients. Thank you, Chris, for your outstanding work and for setting an exceptional standard for hospital operations!