Highland Equine Hospital

Highland Equine Hospital Full service equine hospital. Veterinarians: Chad Baumwart DVM, DACVS and Brittany Hellem, DVM

EQUINE SERVICES
• Preventative Medicine
• Clinical Diagnostics
• Surgery
• Radiology
• Ultrasonography
• Pharmacy
• Dentistry
• Breeding/Reproduction
• Nutrition
• Pre-Purchase Exam
• Hospital Care
• Sports Medicine & Lameness Evaluation
• Coggins & Health Certificates
• Upper Airway/ Endoscopy
• Gastroscopy
• Farm Calls

We will be closed Christmas Eve 12/24 and Christmas Day 12/25. If you have an emergency call the main clinic phone 580-3...
12/22/2025

We will be closed Christmas Eve 12/24 and Christmas Day 12/25. If you have an emergency call the main clinic phone 580-323-0150 and you will be directed to our technician on call.

12/20/2025

🎅🍔 HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS, WHATAburger STYLE! 🍪🥛

Mark your calendars, Weatherford! Santa Claus is making a special stop at Whataburger this Saturday, December 20th 🎄

📍 1320 E Eagle Rd
📸 Santa will be stopping by to take photos with the kids and spread some holiday cheer!
🍔 Rumor has it he’ll be enjoying his favorite, a #1 Whataburger Meal, with milk & cookies, of course!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family, snap a photo, and celebrate the season with us. We can’t wait to see you there!

🎁 BONUS:
✨ ALL DAY December 20th = Free Kids Meal with the purchase of an adult meal!

Ho ho ho… see you soon! 🎅🎄

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12/10/2025

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Happy Thanksgiving! We are closed for the holidays and will open again on Monday! If you have an emergency please call 5...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! We are closed for the holidays and will open again on Monday! If you have an emergency please call 580-445-0150

11/21/2025

As we continue to monitor the current outbreak of the neurologic form of equine herpesvirus (EHM) infection, let's take this opportunity to discuss once more the importance of biosecurity measures to stop disease spread. We recommend the following biosecurity precautions for horse owners, particularly if their horses have recently traveled to horse shows or were exposed to horses that have traveled:

1) Monitor horses for clinical signs (including fever, discharge from the nostrils, toe-dragging or a lack of balance) and take the temperature twice daily. Temperature greater than 101.5 F is considered a fever.

2) Immediately isolate any horse(s) showing clinical signs. Equine herpesvirus is an aerosolized virus and is spread through shared airspace, direct contact, and contaminated caretakers or equipment. A good isolation area is a separate barn or shelter that does not share airspace with healthy horses.

3) Implement movement restrictions until the situation is evaluated.

4) Contact your veterinarian to evaluate your horse and to propose a comprehensive biosecurity protocol.

5) Increase biosecurity measures that include extensive cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and equipment that come in contact with affected horses: wash or sanitize your hands between interacting with horses; take time while filling water buckets and feed tubs, do not cross contaminate; minimize the use of shared equipment and tack.

6) Make sure your horse is up to date on vaccinations.

7) Establish communication with all parties involved (owners, boarders, trainers, etc.).

More resources and information regarding biosecurity are available on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website at https://equinediseasecc.org/biosecurity

To learn more Equine Herpesvirus (EHV), visit: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-herpesvirus

Attn. Horse Owners!!!Barrel Futurities of America Suspends Oklahoma Event Due to EHM PositivesTwo positive cases of Equ...
11/20/2025

Attn. Horse Owners!!!

Barrel Futurities of America Suspends Oklahoma Event Due to EHM Positives

Two positive cases of Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy have caused the cancellation of the remainder of the Barrel Futurities of America (BFA) World Championship. The event was scheduled to run Nov. 17-22 at Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, OK.

The event cancellation comes after the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry confirmed two cases of the neurologic form of EHV-1, Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy. Both of those horses traveled to Oklahoma from Waco, Texas after participating in the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) event Nov. 5-9.

The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry is concerned that some of the same horses from the WPRA could have traveled to Oklahoma for the BFA World Championship. The Oklahoma state veterinarian’s office is recommending any horse that was present at the Lazy-E or at the WPRA to be isolated for 14 days upon returning home, mandatory performing and recording twice daily temperature checks to check for spikes of 101.5 or higher and increased biosecurity measures around their home premises.

EHM is a neurologic syndrome caused from the EHV-1 virus. While EHV-1 is common in equine populations, the neurologic form of the disease is rare. EHV-1 is spread from horse to horse through contact with nasal discharge or inhalation of aerosolized respiratory droplets. Horses can contract the virus by encountering contaminated surfaces such as stalls, water, feed, tack, and transport vehicles. Humans can spread the virus from horse to horse through contaminated hands, clothing, and equipment. Proper biosecurity measures include extensive disinfection of surfaces and equipment.

Horses can shed the virus during the two-to10-day incubation period before developing clinical signs. EHM is a life-threatening condition. Owners that have horses that may have been exposed to horses at the WPRA in Waco, Texas should contact their veterinarian.

11/19/2025

What is Equine Herpesvirus (EHV)?

You've probably heard it called Rhinopneumonitis, a respiratory tract disease that results in "snotty noses," but EHV is more than that. Depending on the strain, this virus can also cause abortion in broodmares, and equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM) — the often-deadly neurologic form of the disease.

Because EHV is endemic in many equine populations, most mature horses have developed some immunity through repeated natural infection. However, they remain a source of infection for other susceptible horses, like weaned foals and yearlings, who usually display symptoms of the respiratory form of the disease in autumn and winter. Performance and show horses are also more vulnerable to the disease, as they commingle with unfamiliar equines in close quarters while under stress from travel and competition.

Proper biosecurity protocols can help reduce EHV outbreaks and other disease transmission. A variety of vaccines are also available for protection against both the respiratory and abortive form of the disease, but there is no equine licensed vaccine at this time that has a label claim for protection against the neurologic form (EHM).

Consult your primary equine veterinarian to learn more about this disease and work with them to determine the optimal vaccine protocol for your horses.

You can learn more about all three forms on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website here: https://equinediseasecc.org/infectious-diseases

11/04/2025

Did you know that sound travels further in water than light? 🔊 That's why PulseVet technology is so effective at getting to the source of your pet's pain and/or lameness.

Made primarily out of water, the body receives the healing acoustic energy from the PulseVet shock wave system and immediately stimulates the body's healing processes, leading to reduced inflammation, increased blood flow, and enhanced healing.

So, what are you waiting for? Ask your vet about therapy today!

Find a vet who provides PulseVet therapy near you: ⁠https://sholink.to/findavet

It’s Round Bale Feeding Season in Oklahoma! 🍂🐴As we head into cooler weather, it’s time most horse owners start feeding ...
11/02/2025

It’s Round Bale Feeding Season in Oklahoma! 🍂🐴

As we head into cooler weather, it’s time most horse owners start feeding round bales — but this season often brings an increase in colic and asthma cases in horses.

✅ For colic prevention: We recommend using Hay Chix round bale nets to help slow feed intake and reduce waste.
We also recommend to place round bales out before your horses run out of forage in the pasture so they can slowly acclimate to the change in their diet.
Its also a great time to check and clean water tanks and prepare for tank heaters

🫁 For asthma: Keep an eye out for coughing, increased respiration rate, and decreased performance. Contact your vet if you notice any of these signs.

Stay safe and keep your horses healthy this fall! 🐎💨a

11/02/2025

“I kept my horse”
We rode many miles, won many shows, and we spent hundreds of hours side by side.
Now you’re old, you’re retired, and you’re my old man.

I kept my horse when he went lame- every damn time.
I kept my horse when I fell off - it wasn’t his fault anyways.
I kept my horse when I thought it shouldn’t be this hard- I didn’t know that’s how I would learn.

I kept my horse when he told me he couldn’t be ridden anymore - because I know compassion.
I kept my horse when I moved away for college and struggled with time- because he’s family.

I kept my horse when I was broke- because sometimes times are tough.
I kept my horse when he couldn’t jump high and run fast because I could see that he still would try if If I asked but he shouldn’t.

I kept my horse when I bought a new one- 3 actually, because he’s irreplaceable.
I kept my horse when I wished I had room for one that was sound- because I owe it to him.

I kept my horse when he was costing me more money to feed then any of my riding horses, because money isn’t everything.
When his legs had enough- and all he could bare to carry was his own weight, I still kept my horse.

When his career as a riding horse was over- I knew I had to keep my horse.
No one owes this horse a retirement except for me, and shame on anyone who selfishly convinces themselves otherwise. I owe him so much more for what he has done for me, but I plan to try and make it up to him when he has nothing more to offer me.

Because that’s how it should be be ❤️
photo credit: Missi Spiker

Address

10078 US Highway 183
Arapaho, OK
73620

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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+15803230150

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