Bastrop Vet Hospital

06/06/2026

A little 👌STYLE 😍 going into the weekend🥰🙌 Anyone else rocking some fashion trends!?

06/06/2026

New World Screwworm: What to look for:

06/06/2026

Okay folks…we have a second case of New World Screwworm confirmed. Please continue to be vigilant in watching for signs, and contact a veterinary professional asap if you have any concerns. Thank you!

On June 5th, a sample collected from a 30-day-old calf in Zavala County was confirmed to be New World screwworm (NWS). This is the second confirmed case of NWS in Texas, and is located within the existing infested zone. Animal health officials are actively working the case and continuing to expand fly trapping and surveillance efforts to identify additional flies in the area.

Animal owners and livestock producers in Texas should actively monitor their animals and quickly treat and cover any wounds. This area is currently under movement restrictions through the Executive Director Order issued on June 3rd.

Stay updated on the pest's current status here: https://bit.ly/USDA-NWSConfirmedCases

06/04/2026

BVH fam…we do have a confirmed case of New World Screwworm in TEXAS. Stay tuned for updates, and contact us or TAHC with any suspected cases immediately. The Texas Animal Health Commission is actively addressing this concern and will continue to update us as this unfolds.

AUSTIN, TX- On June 3, 2026, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of a detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Zavala County, Texas. A sample collected from a three-week-old calf with an umbilical lesion was identified and confirmed as NWS by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. There are currently no further confirmed detections in animals in Texas.

Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/6-3-26NWS

06/02/2026

For all our horse people out there! Gastric ulcers are something we deal with frequently! Learn how to reduce the risk!

HOW AND WHY DO HORSES GET ULCERS?

Equine gastric ulcers can affect any horse of any age. Up to 90% of racehorses and 60% of show horses, as well as non-performance horses and even foals are affected by equine gastric ulcers. Gastric ulcers result from the erosion of the stomach lining due to a prolonged exposure to the normal acid present in the stomach.

Unlike ulcers in humans, bacteria do not appear to cause equine gastric ulcers. Instead, this condition is often a man-made disease. Stall confinement alone can lead to the development of ulcers. A horse’s feeding schedule and high-grain diets can also contribute to the development of ulcers.

Stress, both environmental and physical, can increase the likelihood of ulcers, as can hauling, training, and mixing groups of horses. Strenuous exercise can decrease the emptying of the stomach as well as the blood flow, thus further contributing to the problem.

The treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers is directed at removing these predisposing factors, therefore decreasing acid production within the horse’s stomach. Prevention of ulcers is the key in helping your horse, as neutralizing the production of stomach acid is nature’s best antacid.

Please note that the only way to definitively diagnose ulcers is through a gastroscopy. An equine veterinarian should always be consulted in any case of suspected gastric ulcers to determine the best course of action and treatment for the individual horse.

05/25/2026

BVH is CLOSED today in observation of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow. Thank you for your service!🙏

05/25/2026

HOORAY for the holiday-let’s hear your plans BVH fam!🙌. Happy Memorial Day to all of our BVH fam, and a huge thank you to all of those who have served and are serving our country🙏. Reminder we are CLOSED today in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow!

05/21/2026

They know who the lobby couch is really for😂❤️🥰 Where are all of our furniture claiming pets, BVH fam?! We want to see them!! bvh

05/17/2026

YIKES! Here’s your reminder to keep those pets on prevention YEAR ROUND🙌. We are seeing multiple cases a WEEK right now. Schedule today and ask us about how to prevent (and/or treat) heartworm disease!

05/14/2026

Kitten season is here! Whether you are adopting/purchasing a new kitten, rescuing one left in need, or simply monitoring a feral cat colony, it’s important to focus on HEALTH and get these precious little ones off to a good start! Call BVH today to get that first kitten exam underway! Have a feral cat colony that is needing help with spaying/neutering and health care? Contact Bastrop Cats🙌. Contact BVH for more info!