Windy Ridge Veterinary Services

07/01/2026

Stay cool this week!

Overheating can be a serious and life-threatening emergency in this hot temperatures. Here is some great information from the AAEP about how to determine if it's safe to ride your horse in hot temps and what to do if your horse overheats.

For small animals, it's not much different. Pavement heats up quickly to significantly higher temps than the air temperature, and even a short-coated dog can develop heat stroke playing outside or having limited access to shade. Brachycephalic dogs- short-faced dogs such as Pugs, Frenchie's and Bulldogs are especially vulnerable to over-heating due to their anatomy, and can even over-heat on a relatively cool day. Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency and require prompt veterinary attention, since it
(Images shared from the AAEP and MVMA)

05/04/2026

Our pets are always there for us, and we want what’s best for them. There are certain actions we can take to keep pets happy and healthy for as long as possible and build the bond we share with them. Your veterinarian can answer any questions you have and make recommendations tailored to the needs of your current or future pet, you, and your family.

In today's National Pet Week theme of "Choose Well: Commit for Life", here are the 🔟 pillars of pet ownership: https://bit.ly/4vypqbd

01/19/2026

Carrot stretches done properly are a great addition to any horse owner's toolbox!

Carrot stretch between the front legs is the equine equivalent of a human sit-up. It’s great for better back flexibility and core stability.

How to do it
I suggest using two carrots. Use the first carrot to encourage your horse to lower his head to about fetlock height. Hold the second carrot between your horse’s front legs and move it backwards to create the stretch.

To stop your horse snatching at the carrot, and to keep the stretch smooth, keep the carrot touching your horse’s chin.

Hold the stretch for 5-10 seconds before allowing your horse to take a nibble of carrot.
Repeat 2-3 times gradually increasing the stretch by taking the head further back.

Comment Pilates for more exercises to try.

01/07/2026

Learn how veterinarians differentiate neurologic conditions in horses from musculoskeletal lameness and how exams, imaging, and technology help guide diagnosis.