Willow Creek Equine Veterinary Services

06/16/2026

Tuesday Truth!

06/13/2026

Saturday morning funny!

06/11/2026

We have been seeing a TON of this already this year!

It's MYTHBUSTERS time! 📢

❌ MYTH: Sweet itch is just normal summer itching.

✅ FACT: Sweet itch is usually insect bite hypersensitivity - an allergic reaction to bites from Culicoides midges. The hallmark sign is intense itching.

Sweet itch is the common name for an allergic skin reaction to bites from tiny midges, most often Culicoides. The biggest red flag is intense itching. Horses may rub the mane, tail, and other areas enough to damage the skin.

In many horses, the problem is seasonal, so prevention focuses on limiting insect exposure: stable during peak feeding times at sunrise and sunset, use fans and fine screens, reduce exposure to standing water, and work with your veterinarian on repellants and treatment options.

If you suspect that your horse is suffering from sweet itch, contact your veterinarian.

📸 Dr. Melinda Freckleton

06/10/2026

A great time was had by all! Thanks again to Boehringer Ingelheim for sponsoring our “Sugar Rush” day!

06/09/2026

It’s here! Come and get it!!

06/09/2026

Today is the BIG DAY!!! Who wants a sugar rush? You may have missed your chance for your horse to have discounted endocrine bloodwork done, but please stop by our office between 2pm and 5pm today for a free ice cream and awesome deals on Prascend and Gastrogard, courtesy of Boehringer Ingelheim!

06/09/2026

Tuesday Truth! (We hope!)

06/08/2026

Tomorrow is the BIG DAY!!! Who wants a sugar rush? You may have missed your chance for your horse to have discounted endocrine bloodwork done, but please stop by our office between 2pm and 5pm tomorrow for a free ice cream and awesome deals on Prascend and Gastrogard, courtesy of Boehringer Ingelheim!

06/03/2026

Congratulations to the whole SHOWTIME family!!