Marrott Equine

08/22/2026

Dr. Marrott will be celebrating his anniversary over the weekend 8/22 and 8/23 and will not be available for emergency services. If you are experiencing any equine emergencies please contact Littleton Equine Medical Hospital for their 24/7 emergency service. Dr. Marrott may be available to take phone calls but may be in poor phone service during this time. Thank you!

07/03/2026

Now is the time to make preparations to keep your horses, farm animals and pets safe during any fireworks that will be happening in your area in celebration of July 4th.

The AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee offers these essential tips to get you started. If you have any questions or requests for your veterinarian, or if you're not familiar with their after-hours policy or holiday office hours, don't delay and call today!

06/27/2026

Equine asthma is a breathing problem caused by inflammation in the airways. It can range from mild to severe, but across all forms, one thing matters most: reducing dust and irritants in the horse's environment.

What many owners think of as "dust" is more than just visible dirt. It can include bacteria, mold and fungal spores, mites, endotoxins, and other tiny particles that trigger inflammation in the lungs. Some of the worst particles are actually too small to see.

The key is the horse's breathing zone - the air right around the nose. Dust in that area matters much more than dust elsewhere in the barn. Even a stable that looks clean can still have harmful tiny particles in the air.

Common dust and irritant sources can include:
• Hay
• Bedding
• Sweeping or mucking stalls
• Barn blowers
• Round bale feeding
• Very dry, windy conditions
• Pollens or other allergens
• Unusual triggers like nearby manure piles, chemical sprays, chickens, or certain bedding materials

Management often focuses on lowering dust exposure:
• Reconsidering hay and bedding
• Using wood shavings
• Feeding a pelleted diet or hay cubes
• Soaking hay
• Steaming hay correctly
• Considering haylage
• Avoiding round bale feeding in horses prone to severe asthma

Note that medication may help control inflammation or open the airways, but there is no replacement to environmental management. Long-term improvement depends on reducing dust in the horse's environment, especially in the breathing zone.

If you have questions or concerns about your specific equine, contact your veterinarian.

06/18/2026

It is with very heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of Dr. Marvin Beeman.

Our Littleton Equine family has been so lucky to have had three professional “fathers” who taught us how to care for both people and horses. Dr. Beeman lived and practiced with passion and wonder for the horse. His enthusiasm and joy were infectious and inspirational to all of us.

His decades of service, leadership and mentorship will leave a lasting impact on the horse industry and all of the lives that he touched. He will be missed as fiercely as he lived his life.

06/16/2026

Here is some great information about the New World Screwworm. We have gotten a lot of great questions about it and wanted to help spread the information. Don’t hesitate to call if you have any questions.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has provided an important update on New World Screwworm which has been detected in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas. Read the full press release here: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-presence-new-world-screwworm-united-states

General information about New World Screwworm (NWS) can be found in the text below and in the attached infographic.

The adult screwworm fly is about the size of a common housefly (or slightly larger), with orange eyes, a metallic blue or green body, and three dark stripes along its back. It gets its name from the behavior of its larvae (maggots) as they burrow (screw) into the wound, feeding as they go. The maggots (larvae) cause extensive damage by tearing at the hosts’ tissue with sharp mouth hooks. The wound can quickly become enlarged and deeper as more maggots hatch and feed on living tissue.

Because they feed on live flesh, NWS maggots may burrow deep into wounds or openings, while other species of maggots may appear around the outer surface of the wound. In addition, even the smallest wounds have the potential to attract flies, so it is imperative that you keep a close eye on your animals for any signs of wounds.

Lastly, NWS infestations are a reportable disease! Immediately report any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations to a local accredited veterinarian, your State Animal Health Official, or a USDA veterinarian.

For more information, reference this resource from the U.S. Department of Agriculture: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/stop-screwworm

06/01/2026

Emergency services from Marrott Equine will be temporarily unavailable from June 1st through June 14th as Dr. Marrott will be attending some continuing education courses during this time. All other services are still available. If you are experiencing an Equine Emergency you may still call for assistance but if medical attention is needed please call Littleton Equine Medical Center for their 24/7 emergency service. Thank you!

05/31/2026

Last one of the year (that we know of) CONGRATULATIONS Christy on your handsome C**t!!

05/29/2026

This momma AND her mother both checked in foal for some really awesome warlanders coming in 2027! Congrats to the owners and all involved. We can’t wait to see these beautiful friendly babies!

05/25/2026

Happy Birthday to the boss man himself, Richard Marrott!

The man, the myth, the legend — running on sleepless nights, foal watch, midnight mare breedings, suturing faces (and caslicks), fixing feet, and somehow still agreeing to mini horse dentals whom don’t agree with needles.

Nobody works harder, cares more, or gets called more hours of the day than you do. Your employees appreciate everything you do, your clients trust you endlessly, and Jamie, Luke, and Ava are lucky to have such a hardworking, dedicated, and entertaining husband and dad.

Everyone knows they can count on you even if you’re trying to take a vacation for a moment to answer and do all you can for our kids and we all know you work your butt off to ensure our horses are bred, sound, happy and there for us all to enjoy!

We hope your birthday includes good food, some laughs, and at least a few uninterrupted hours!

From your family and your work family at Marrott Equine — we all hope you have the best birthday and an incredible year ahead.

05/21/2026

Marrott Equine will be closed and unavailable for both emergency and routine services on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

We kindly ask for your understanding as the Marrott Equine team takes time to spend the holiday with their families.

Thank you for your continued support, and we hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday.