Equine Veterinary Care

06/24/2026

Prepare for a happy and less anxious 4th of July! Learn about Dormosedan® Gel (detomidine hydrochloride). See full prescribing info: here. It’s the only oral sedative of its kind, ideal for providing extra support to keep horses and their handlers safe. Contact your veterinarian ahead of time to inquire about obtaining a prescription.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Do not use DORMOSEDAN GEL in horses with pre-existing atrioventricular (AV) or sinoatrial (SA) block, with severe coronary insufficiency, cerebrovascular disease, respiratory disease, or chronic renal failure. Do not use in anesthetized or sedated horses, or in conditions of shock, severe debilitation or stress due to extreme heat, cold, fatigue or high altitude. Handle gel-dosing syringes with caution to avoid direct exposure to skin, eyes or mouth. See full prescribing information at DormGel.com/PI

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06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all of the dads of both two and four-legged children! Give thanks today for all of the wonderful fathers in your life today, and every day!

06/18/2026

Equine Veterinary Care appreciates the opportunity to provide your horses with the best medical care! 🐎💞🩺

It's ! Help us celebrate all the veterinary professionals that help our animals (especially our equine friends) thrive and live long, happy lives!

If you are looking for ways to say “thank you” to your veterinary team, there are plenty of options. However, it’s very possible that the best way to thank your horse doctors and equine vet techs and assistants is to make their job easier.

Some small things can make the biggest difference; check out this graphic for a few simple ways you can ease the strain on your veterinarians and show them your appreciation. No matter how you choose to say thank you today, there is no doubt you will brighten your vet team’s day!

Lastly, show some love for your veterinarian in the comments below and tag them, some words of encouragement and appreciation are sure to bring a smile to their face! ⬇️

06/18/2026

🐴✨ It’s National Microchip Awareness Month!
Microchipping your horse is a simple, permanent way to protect them. Unlike tags or halters, a microchip can’t be lost—making it a reliable form of identification if your horse is ever stolen, lost, or displaced during an emergency.
Peace of mind starts with preparation. Ask our team about microchipping today!

Find out more about US Equestrian's rule on Equine Microchipping, as well as FAQs, how to report a microchip, myth busters, and more!

06/17/2026

Tick Awareness for Horse Owners 🕷️

As the weather warms up, ticks become more active, and our horses are at risk. Here are some essential tips to keep your horses safe:
Tick Removal: If you find a tick on your horse, ensure you remove it properly. Wearing gloves, use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Pull upward with steady pressure, making sure to extract the entire tick, including its head and mouthparts. Dispose of the tick by crushing it or placing it in a jar with alcohol.
Groom Regularly: Regular grooming is your first line of defense. Brush your horse daily to check for ticks. Ticks that haven’t engorged with blood are tough and mobile, so thorough grooming helps prevent infestations.
If you discover a tick infestation on your horse, call our team for help.
📞 Contact Us Today
Call us at 410-392-6646 if you have any questions or are interested in booking your next appointment.

06/17/2026

WHAT IS CELLULITIS? 🔎

Cellulitis is a common condition in horses where there is infection/inflammation in the tissues of the limb, most often the distal limb.

WHAT MIGHT YOU NOTICE?
Owners often first notice a leg that suddenly looks and feels “not right.” While the exact signs can vary case to case, rapid-onset limb swelling is a classic sign. Fever is also a sign to watch for with cellulitis. If your horse's temperature is elevated, contact your vet.

DIAGNOSIS:
Because a swollen, painful leg can have different causes, your veterinarian may use a combination of:
• Physical exam and patient history
• Imaging, including ultrasound, to help assess what’s happening in the tissues and whether there are complicating factors.

HOW IS IT TREATED?
There is limited scientific evidence that definitively tells us the single “best” treatment plan for every horse, and more research is needed (especially to support responsible antibiotic use). Your vet may tailor the plan to your horse’s severity, comfort, and response to therapy.

QUICK ACTION MATTERS:
• Cellulitis can be more than “just swelling.” It can become serious, and in rare severe scenarios, cellulitis/lymphangitis has been reported to progress to distal limb ischemia (loss of blood supply) with catastrophic tissue damage.
• Cellulitis can also lead to a condition called lymphangitis where the lymphatic system is affected, so resolution becomes more difficult. Multiple episodes of cellulitis/lymphangitis in the same leg can cause scarring, which makes recurrence more likely and recovery more difficult.

⚠️Cellulitis needs individualized diagnosis and treatment:
• Call your veterinarian promptly if your horse develops sudden, significant lower-leg swelling, heat, pain, or lameness.
• Don’t self-treat with leftover antibiotics. The evidence base is limited, and appropriate antibiotic choices/duration matter for both patient outcomes and antimicrobial stewardship.

06/17/2026

Equine Endoscopy: Peek Inside Your Horse's Health! 🐴

Ever wondered what's going on inside your horse? Our equine endoscopy service lets us take a closer look at their respiratory and digestive systems to diagnose and treat issues effectively.

Did you know that endoscopy can help detect gastric ulcers, which are common in performance horses? 🏇

📞 Contact Us Today
Call us at 410-392-6646 if you have any questions or are interested in booking your next appointment.

06/14/2026

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06/14/2026

Fair Hill was represented well in Laurel Park’s third race today, with runners trained by Graham Motion, Danielle Hodsdon, Mike Stidham, Brittany Russell and Madison Meyers, whose Ballyerin Racing scored their first win since relocating to Fair Hill from Middleburg, Va. on June 1.

Congrats to the Ballyerin team on Pendar’s victory! Herringswell’s Joy Division finished third.

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06/09/2026

🏇 What a fantastic weekend for our clients and trainers at Delaware Park, Finger Lakes Racetrack and Laurel Park! Congratulations to the connections behind some outstanding performances and trips to the winner's circle. 🏆

👏 Congratulations to Tim Woolley Racing on another successful weekend!

👏 Congratulations to Brittany Russell Racing and her team on their continued success on the Mid-Atlantic circuit!

👏 Congratulations to Mike Trombetta and his team with Go Grey and Determined Kingdom!

👏 And another special shoutout to our own Fenneka Bentley, who wears many hats as EVC's Laboratory Director and horse trainer. Her trainee Elon captured the first race on the June 7 card at Laurel Park! 🐎

🏆 Worker Bee – trained by Gary Capuano – winner at Delaware Park!

🏆 Embrace the Moment and Tracking Error – trained by Greg Compton – winners at Delaware Park!

🏆 Just Jo Jo – trained by Mac Robertson – winner at Delaware Park!

🏆 Elon – trained by our own Fenneka Bentley – captured the first race on the June 7 card at Laurel Park!

🏆 Isola d'Oro – trained and owned by Lisa Lugovich – scored a victory Monday evening at Finger Lakes Racetrack just last night!

Success on the racetrack is the result of countless early mornings, exceptional horsemanship, and tremendous teamwork. We are honored to partner with so many talented horsemen and horsewomen and are proud to play a role in keeping these equine athletes performing at their best.

🎥 Check out some of the winning race replays below and join us in congratulating these outstanding connections! (links in the comments)

Belle ofthe Wood (Brittany Russell)
Race 8 on 6/5
Live Horse Racing Simulcast & Online Replays | Charles Town Races

Go Grey (Mike Trombetta)
Race 5 Master 2026 06 06

Determined Kingdom (Mike Trombetta)
Race 8 on 6/5
Official Saratoga Race Replays | New York Racing Association