Coleman Veterinary Clinic

06/12/2026

🚨 NWS Update: Part 4 of 5– Protecting Horses (Equine Care) 🚨

As we continue our series on New World Screwworm (NWS), we’re focusing on horses and equine wound care. Horses are especially at risk because even small cuts or abrasions can quickly become problematic if flies are present.

🐎 Watch closely for:
• Cuts, scrapes, or open wounds
• Swelling, heat, or pain around injuries
• Foul-smelling or abnormal discharge
• Wounds that fail to heal or worsen over time
• Excessive tail swishing, biting, or signs of irritation
• Lethargy or behavioral changes

🔍 Common areas of concern:
• Legs and lower limbs
• Girth or saddle pressure points
• Surgical or injury sites
• Any area where skin integrity is broken
•Any area where a wound could possibly occur

🩹 Wound care is critical:
If wounds can be covered, keep them bandaged and protected until completely healed. Clean, dry dressings help reduce fly access and lower the risk of complications associated with NWS.

💉 Prevention support:
Dectomax® Injectable can be used in horses to help provide protection against New World Screwworm infestations for up to 21 days when used according to veterinary recommendations. This can be an important part of wound care and a appropriate dose should be given when an open wound is found.

The most effective protection includes:
✅ Prompt wound care and cleaning
✅ Keeping wounds covered when possible
✅ Daily inspection of injuries
✅ Good fly control around facilities
✅ Veterinary guidance when wounds are not healing properly

At Coleman Vet Clinic, we’re committed to helping protect all species—especially during high-risk seasons when wounds and fly pressure increase.

📞 If you have questions about wound management or NWS prevention in your horses, contact us today.

06/12/2026

🚨 NWS Update: Part 3 of 4 – Protecting Swine 🚨
As many producers are currently in the middle of farrowing season, now is an important time to discuss New World Screwworm (NWS) prevention in swine.
Newborn piglets can be especially vulnerable because routine newborn procedures can create areas that attract flies. Early monitoring and proper wound management are key to protecting your herd.

🐖 Watch closely for:
• Open wounds or skin injuries
• Swelling or irritation around wounds
• Foul-smelling discharge
• Wounds that are slow to heal
• Excessive rubbing, discomfort, or restlessness
• Piglets that appear weak or fail to thrive

🔍 Pay special attention to:
• Umbilical (navel) areas in newborn piglets
• Castration sites
• Tail docking sites
• Ear notches or identification sites
• Any cuts, abrasions, or injuries

💉 Did you know?
Dectomax® Injectable can also be used in swine to help provide protection against New World Screwworm infestations for up to 21 days when used according to veterinary recommendations. This can be an important tool during farrowing season when piglets may have fresh wounds that require protection.

The first few days of life are critical. Careful observation of newborn piglets and prompt attention to wounds can help prevent serious complications.
✅ Inspect newborns daily
✅ Keep farrowing areas clean and dry
✅ Treat wounds promptly
✅ Consider preventive products when appropriate
✅ Contact your veterinarian if you notice suspicious lesions or wounds that are not healing normally

At Coleman Vet Clinic, we're here to help producers protect their animals and stay ahead of emerging livestock health concerns.

📢 Stay tuned for Part 4, where we'll discuss what horse owners need to know about New World Screwworm and how to protect their equine partners.

06/12/2026

NWS Update: Part 2 of 4 – Protecting Sheep & Goats
In our last post, we discussed New World Screwworm (NWS) prevention and protection in cattle.

Today, we're focusing on sheep and goats and what producers should be watching for.🐑🐐

Inspect your flock regularly for:
• Open wounds, cuts, or abrasions
• Swelling or irritation around wounds
• Foul-smelling discharge
• Wounds that aren't healing properly
• Excessive licking, biting, or signs of discomfort
• Animals that appear restless, weak, or isolated from the flock

Pay special attention to newborn navels, ear tags, castration sites, shearing injuries, and any area where the skin has been broken.

💉 Did you know?
Just like in cattle, Dectomax® Injectable can be used in sheep and goats to help provide protection against New World Screwworm infestations for up to 21 days. It can also be administered to newborn lambs and kids, making it a valuable tool for protecting vulnerable animals from the start. Please remember that you can continue to regularly deworm as normal and to use Dectomax® when a wound is present.

The best defense against NWS is:
✅ Preventing wounds when possible
✅ Treating wounds promptly
✅ Monitoring animals closely
✅ Using appropriate preventive products

If you have questions about protecting your sheep or goats, contact Coleman Vet Clinic. We're happy to help develop a prevention plan that fits your operation.

📢 Stay tuned for Part 3, where we'll discuss New World Screwworm prevention and protection in swine. Then in Part 4, we'll cover what horse owners need to know to help protect their equine companions.

06/11/2026

📢 **Clinic Closure Notice** 📢

Coleman Vet Clinic will be **closed on Saturday, June 13th**, so our team can enjoy the rodeo and spend time with family.

We encourage all of our wonderful clients to do the same—take a break, make some memories, and enjoy all the fun and excitement the rodeo has to offer! 🤠🐎

A veterinarian will be on call for emergencies during our closure. If you have an emergency, please call 325-625-2412 and follow the prompts to reach the veterinarian on call.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you when we reopen with normal business hours on Monday. Have a safe, fun-filled rodeo weekend!

— The Coleman Vet Clinic Team

06/09/2026

⚠️ Attention Livestock Producers ⚠️

With the recent confirmation of New World Screwworm (NWS) activity affecting Texas, now is the time to be extra vigilant when checking your livestock.

Screwworm flies are attracted to open wounds and can quickly cause serious damage. Be sure to closely monitor animals with any fresh wounds, including:

• Calves that have recently been castrated
• Calves that have been dehorned
• Newborn calves, as screwworms can infest the umbilical (navel) area
• Any animal with cuts, injuries, or surgical wounds

Early detection is critical. Inspect wounds regularly for signs of infection, irritation, drainage, foul odor, or maggot activity.

At Coleman Vet Clinic, we recommend the use of Dectomax®/Dectomax-CA1® as an integral part of your parasite control program. Dectomax-CA1® is conditionally approved by the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (FDA-CVM) for the prevention and treatment of infestations caused by larvae of Cochliomyia hominivorax (New World Screwworm myiasis), as well as the prevention of reinfestation for up to 21 days.

This conditional approval applies to:
• Beef cattle
• Female dairy cattle less than 20 months of age
• Pregnant beef cows
• Newborn calves
• Bulls

In addition to screwworm protection, Dectomax®/Dectomax-CA1® has activity against a wide range of external and internal parasites.

We also highly recommend the use of Catron® Spray on open wounds to help protect vulnerable animals and support proper wound management.

If you notice anything unusual or have concerns about your herd, contact Coleman Vet Clinic immediately. Protecting livestock starts with proactive wound care, parasite control, and daily observation.

06/09/2026

The New World Screwworm is in Texas as we anticipated. We urge livestock and pet owners to not panic, but check animals daily and be diligent to treat wounds! The good thing is, it can be treated and it can be prevented! But, awareness is crucial. We have the medications available to treat and prevent. We will be getting more information out through the week.
Who’s at risk?? Any animal with a wound! This does not just pertain to cattle. Horses, wildlife, other livestock species and pets are also at risk.

From umbilical lesions to tick bites, New World screwworm (NWS) infestations can start from many kinds of wounds. Laying eyes on your animals is the key to protecting them from this pest. If you observe these signs in your animals:
1. Do NOT move the animal (even to the vet clinic)
2. Report to the TAHC 1-800-550-8242
3. Don't panic. This is a highly preventable and treatable condition.

Stay updated on NWS here: https://www.tahc.texas.gov/emergency/nws.html

04/25/2026

A bull’s breeding soundness is not only about semen quality. Physical lameness and having to replace a bull, is costly! Just like our performance horses, we have many options to treat lameness in our cattle herds, including regenerative therapies. This bull below was lame at a walk before treatment. Dr. Mark got to the bottom of his joint pain, allowing the owner to keep him and get him back to work. You don’t always have to cull!

04/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Heifer Replacement Program last night! We had an incredible turnout with 185 attendees, and we truly appreciate your time, engagement, and commitment to advancing the industry. Events like this are only possible because of your support—we’re grateful to be part of such a strong and dedicated community!