Hunt Country Equine Mobile Veterinary Service PLLC

Hunt Country Equine Mobile Veterinary Service PLLC Dedicated to exceptional service, compassionate patient care and strong client education

We are closed today and will reopen our office tomorrow. If you need to reach the doctor on call, please call (866)397-8...
09/07/2026

We are closed today and will reopen our office tomorrow. If you need to reach the doctor on call, please call (866)397-8312. Thank you!

Gastroscopy is a procedure used to view the inside of your horse's stomach. We schedule them first thing in the morning ...
09/04/2026

Gastroscopy is a procedure used to view the inside of your horse's stomach. We schedule them first thing in the morning because the patient needs to be fasted the night before the procedure so the stomach can be visualized in its entirety, free of feed material. Standing sedation is utilized to minimize stress on the patient and to keep them comfortable and relaxed for the procedure, which usually takes around 30 minutes. A 3-meter long endoscope with a camera is passed through the nose into the esophagus and down to the stomach, where we can objectively assess the health of the stomach lining. Gastroscopy is the only way to accurately diagnose stomach ulcers and monitor their treatment response. Stomach ulcers can be a common cause of girthiness, teeth grinding, behavior changes and performance issues.

If you have concerns about ulcers with your horse, now is the time to schedule your scope! We are offering a 20% discount off gastroscopes now through September 30th! Call our office today for more info or to schedule!

Wondering where to start with supplements? Let’s break down a few key ingredients to look for in a couple of the most co...
09/02/2026

Wondering where to start with supplements? Let’s break down a few key ingredients to look for in a couple of the most common supplement types: hooves and gastrointestinal.

For gastrointestinal and digestive support, look for ingredients such as
- Prebiotics and Probiotics: preferably from horse specific formulations and sources to get the most benefit
- Butyrate and Zinc: supports intestinal cell integrity
- Calcium: can be derived from algae and helps buffer the stomach
- Organic acids: contribute to overall gut health and immune support

For hoof conditions, look for ingredients such as
- Biotin: a B-complex vitamin that aids in metabolism of amino acids for keratin production
- Omega-3 fatty acids: are a part of cell membranes, regulate inflammation, and support hoof growth
- Trace mineral amino acids: zinc, copper, and manganese for hoof growth, structure, and maintenance
- Methionine: an amino acid used to build keratin which provides stability and strength to hooves

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When performing a gastroscope, we are looking at three different areas in the stomach. First is the fundus which is comp...
08/27/2026

When performing a gastroscope, we are looking at three different areas in the stomach. First is the fundus which is composed mainly of squamous or non-glandular epithelium and a small portion of glandular epithelium. The two epithelial types are separated from each other by a structure called the margo plicates. Next is the pylorus which is the end of the stomach and is composed of glandular epithelium only. Lastly, by passing through the pylorus, we can see the beginning of the duodenum which is the first segment of the small intestine.
The most common place that horses develop gastric ulcers is the non-glandular portion of the stomach near the margo plicatus since this type of epithelium has less protective mechanisms from stomach acid. Less commonly, horses can develop ulceration on the glandular mucosa either in the pylorus or duodenum which may be referred to as “hindgut ulcers”.
Since both types of ulceration are treated differently, it is important to perform a gastroscope to determine the type and severity of ulcers present so correct treatment can be started. Most treatment courses last 28-30 days and a repeat gastroscope is performed to confirm the ulcers have healed completely.

Call our office to schedule your gastroscope for 20% original pricing during our Gastroscopy special! The special runs now through end of September.

Did you know that 60% of show horses and pleasure horses have gastric ulcers? Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) has a...
08/24/2026

Did you know that 60% of show horses and pleasure horses have gastric ulcers? Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) has a wide range of clinical signs such as:
○ Decreased appetite
○ Weight loss
○ Behavioral changes (girthiness, resistance under saddle)
○ Colic symptoms
○ Poor performance
○ Poor haircoat

Because these signs can vary, the best way to diagnose a horse with ulcers is through gastroscopy. Gastroscopy is the safest way for us to directly visualize a horse’s stomach so that we can confirm if ulcers are present and determine their severity. Based on the gastroscope findings, a tailored treatment plan is developed depending on what areas of the stomach are affected and their severity.

If you are concerned about potential ulcers in your horse, now would be a great time to take care of our Gastroscope special for 20% off! The special is running this Wednesday-end of September!

08/21/2026

Our power is out and phones are down! Please call our office cell for assistance at 828-817-3264. We are hoping for power to be restored soon and will keep you updated. So sorry for the inconvenience

Thank you to everyone that attended our client education seminar last night on Poor Performance Causes with Dr. Buchanan...
08/21/2026

Thank you to everyone that attended our client education seminar last night on Poor Performance Causes with Dr. Buchanan and Dr. Benfield. And a very special thank you to Tryon Riding and Hunt Club for sponsoring our talk! We are so appreciative of your support!

Phovia is a light therapy used to enhance wound healing. It uses a combination of LED light and chromophore gel which ab...
08/18/2026

Phovia is a light therapy used to enhance wound healing. It uses a combination of LED light and chromophore gel which absorbs photons of the light to create fluorescent light energy. These photons of light are absorbed by the cells and promotes more efficient cellular function which leads to increased healing times. This modality is great for non-healing wounds, large wounds that cannot be wrapped, summer sores, and other skin conditions. If you are curious if it can help your horse, give our office a call!

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