Weatherford Equine in Emerald, Queensland | Veterinary surgeon

Weatherford Equine

Locality: Emerald, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4987 7478

Address: "Weatherford" 400 Wills Road 4720 Emerald, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.weatherfordequine.com.au

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25.01.2022 WANTED: Embryo Recipient Mares Do you have any mares sitting in the paddock that you are keen to sell. ... This season we are overwhelmed with an increased number of bookings for Embryo Transfer at Weatherford Equine creating the need to expand our Recipient herd. Our Recip mares are treated like queens After receiving an embryo from a donor mare they are cared for to carry and feed the embryo foal through to weaning. Mares must be: - Young (preferably under the age of 10) - Fertile & Reproductively sound - Easy to handle If you have any suitable mares that meet our criteria please contact Dr Joanne Smith Please Phone: 07 49877478 or 0417606911 or Email: [email protected]

25.01.2022 It’s been a journey. Congratulations to our lovely clients Tiff & Debbie Walter Sure to be a future champion

25.01.2022 Congratulations to Brooke Sestero on the arrival of her Lil Joe Cash colt born this morning out of her superstar mare Jessies Dreamchaser! #LJCbaby2019 #LilJoeCash This mare was the best in the business & now seeing her with her beautiful progeny is just awesome!

24.01.2022 Are your younger weaners, yearlings or 2yos looking rough in the coat and pot bellied??? Internal parasites are small organisms that live a portion of their life cycle in a host animalin this case, the horse. They live in internal organs, body cavities, and tissues while gaining their nutritive source by feeding on the host animal. The horse is affected by many different species of parasites. The nature and extent of damage varies with the parasite. Parasite infestation caus...es loss of nutrients or blood from the host, resulting in serious medical problems. Horses heavily burdened with parasites will have a loss of condition due to a depletion of nutrients and blood, decreased growth, and reduced reproductive and athletic performance. Ascarid Numerous internal parasites infect horses, but there are only a few that commonly cause significant health problems. To establish an effective parasite control program, it is important to first understand the life cycle of parasites. Successful prevention and control programs are effective because they interrupt the life cycle of parasites. In some areas of the country, the primary class of internal parasites that cause health problems for horses are nematodes, such as large and small strongyles, ascarids, and tapeworms. Other internal parasites perhaps of lesser significance, such as pinworms and botfly larvae, are also often considered when designing a parasite control program. Ascarids, Parascaris equorum, the horse roundworm, is a very large (females may be up to 15 inches long), yellowish white parasite that may pass out in the feces of foals and young horses. Typically, adult horses develop an immunity to this parasite; therefore, roundworms primarily infect young horses less than 2 years of age. Ascarid life cycle The life cycle of the roundworm starts when the susceptible horse consumes grass, feed, or water contaminated with the infective eggs. The eggs hatch larvae that burrow into the small intestines, migrating through veins to the liver, heart, and eventually the lungs. After migrating in the air spaces of the lungs, the parasite larvae are coughed up and swallowed. The roundworm larvae are returned to the small intestine, where they mature to egg-producing adults, completing the life cycle. The life cycle takes about three months. Physical damage, such as inflammation and scarring of liver and lung tissue, occur in the horse during migration. Adult roundworms can cause physical damage due to intestinal blockage or intestinal rupture. The damage ranges from mild digestive upset and lower feed absorption to severe colic. Clinical signs of ascarid infection may include unthriftiness, potbelly, rough hair coat, and slow growth. Some young horses develop nasal discharge accompanied by a cough as a result of larvae migration. Article: Craig Wood, University of Kentucky

24.01.2022 A mare was euthanized on the surgery table due to a ruptured bowel on May 28, 2020. The ovaries were removed and brought to InFoal, Inc. 12 eggs were recovered ...of which 7 matured and were injected with sperm. On June 8, a resulting embryo was transferred into a recipient mare, which was pronounced InFoal yesterday. See more

24.01.2022 #chcmotivatemonday

24.01.2022 Congratulations Steve & Louise Comiskey on the arrival of your 2 gorgeous One Stylish Pepto roan fillies!!! We know how special these girls are from 2 of your favourites Lyra Park Glow & Lyra Park Dream!! Worth the wait

22.01.2022 Extremely exciting research at Cornell University reveals potential therapy for Osteoarthritis.

21.01.2022 Over the last 20 odd years I have been blessed with some incredible Vet nurses to join my team. Happy Vet Nurse Day to those beautiful nurses! The work Our nurses put in behind the scenes looking after mares/foals/patients in our hospital. assisting at all hours. I am forever thankful for all the vet nurses in this country. Our profession would not be able to function without you. Personally they have held me up when I needed it & assisted well beyond any job description.

20.01.2022 Movimentao esqueltica do cavalo e cavaleiro! Show!!!

19.01.2022 This filly is just perfect Sire: Quicksilver Cat Dam: Destinys Fancy Freckles Owners: Jeff & Nicole Nairn

19.01.2022 Looking back at some imported frozen semen breeds performed here by Dr Smith! Just a reminder to all our clients breeding with frozen semen this season. To ensure your frozen semen arrives safely at the clinic prior to your mares arrival, Please email the office: [email protected] Our office staff will organise Genemovers Frozen Semen delivery.

17.01.2022 Congratulations Campbell Hodson!!! Australian All Round CHAMPION !!!

15.01.2022 For those that remember last season We had triplets flushed from Sasha’s beautiful mare Jewel. 2 embryos resulted in successful pregnancies. Perfect result for Embryo 1- Filly Congratulations Sasha Smith

15.01.2022 Our eight service fee to auction is QUICKSILVER CAT, kindly donated by the Comet Downs Cattle Trust. Quicksilver Cat is the current Comet River Cutting Open... Derby Reserve Champion. This lovely Metallic Cat stallion is unmistakable with his beautiful flowing mane and tail, it is a picture to watch him cutting! With bloodlines of Metallic Cat and his dam, This Girl Has Time (IMP), being full sister to One Time Pepto, Its easy to see why Jamie Seccombe and Quicksilver Cat have been performing very consistently this year. If you are chasing these amazing bloodlines, athletic ability and above all a super cow horse Quicksilver Cat is the sire for your next foal! Standing at Weatherford Equine, Emerald for the 2019 breeding season. Chilled semen available . Contact Dean Armstrong or Jo Smith for more information. See more

15.01.2022 We were extremely excited to scan a Metallic Cat pregnancy in this imported mare a few days ago. Congratulations Pete! We wish you all the best of luck in the USA at the Futurity

14.01.2022 The health and well-being of our staff and clients is Weatherford Equines first priority. As a precautionary response to slow the rate of community transition of COVID-19 and to continue servicing the community, we have made a decision to put several precautionary measures in place here at Weatherford Equine....Continue reading

14.01.2022 Happy Easter Take a guess at Interpaths Easter Egg bucket As the cooler weather approaches all our valued equine partners are grateful for their 4cyte Joint Supplement. 4cyte provides the ultimate joint protection for your horse! Contains Epiitalis, a soya gel and apple flavouring - no hidden ingredients. For stiffness, joint health and recovery. Assists in reducing joint inflammation. For bulk buy discounts on 4cyte Epiitalis Gel contact the office 074877478

14.01.2022 There has been a positive Hendra virus case south of Murwillumbah (North-East NSW). Now is a very important time to check and ensure that your horses vaccinations are up to date. Vaccinating is the single most effective way to prevent Hendra and ensure the safety of not only your horse but yourself, your family and anybody else that may need to come into contact with your horse (vets, farriers, stable hands, riders etc). For those clients who would like to ensure veterinar...y treatment or referral will be provided to their horses with colic, need to ensure Hendra vaccination status is current. The AVA advises that there is a confirmed Hendra virus case in an unvaccinated 17 y.o. gelding at a property south of Murwillumbah in N.E. NSW. Diagnosed by a private veterinarian, the horse presented as ataxic and cyanotic, but importantly was NOT febrile. Hendra researchers have advised that the weather conditions this year, could result in a significant spike in Hendra Cases.

12.01.2022 Funny Friday Who smell like horses ??

12.01.2022 Metallic Cat frozen semen available again this season in Australia!!

12.01.2022 Thanks Hewitt Consulting

10.01.2022 Its been raining embryos at Weatherford this week !!

08.01.2022 I thought we would share this beautiful image taken A few years ago now.... So many incredible memories of this amazing equine nurse Miss Erin Morgan. Her passion for horses flowed through everything

07.01.2022 Twin embryos last season .... this season a filly & a colt! Congratulations Sasha Smith Kenny made a big impact on all the team while visiting

07.01.2022 Our Weatherford team thank you for the privilege of breeding & caring for your beautiful mares & sharing in the special times with you this season. Wed like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Along with all of you, we prayer God please send the greatest gift of all, rain !! Im forever grateful for this incredible team!

06.01.2022 Embryo morphology Oh to be grading embryos again...

06.01.2022 More John Brekelmans - Ducks

05.01.2022 Bit excited about this one.... Yearling Colt - METALLIC REBEL X SCOTCHMIST

05.01.2022 QUICKSILVER CAT will be standing at Weatherford Equine this season. There are only 4 horses in the country that have been DERBY FINALISTS at Tamworth, Toowoomba & St George Futurity!

05.01.2022 Congratulations Liss Kenny Leanne Kenny ALL ROUND CHAMPION OF AUSTRALIA!!!

05.01.2022 Magic Monday! Triplets flushed by Dr Smith and her team this morning. These 3 embryos were transferred into 3 lovely standardbred recipient mares. #equineembryotransfer #weatherfordequine

03.01.2022 We have received clarification from the Government this evening that Vet Science has been declared an essential service during the Covid-19 crisis. this gives us some comfort if there is a lockdown our clients horses will be able to receive veterinary care if required following safety guidelines implemented by our clinic.

03.01.2022 FOSTER MARE We have a beautiful Recip mare available who has lost her foal. anyone requiring a mare to raise a foal please contact us ASAP. 0749 877478

03.01.2022 Congratulations Mark & Lou Hinman on the safe arrival of your beautiful Metallic Cat embryo filly I know her dam Annie is extremely special to your family. Happy Sunday

02.01.2022 Awesome paintwork to display the anatomy of our equine athletes

02.01.2022 Parasite burdens in our weaners/yearlings & young horses can lead to poor body condition, pot belly, rough coat, colic and death. Contact the office for our deal on Promectin Mini 150-300kg Check out this colic surgery at Westvets!

02.01.2022 COLONIC ULCERATION IN HORSES...

02.01.2022 When we are allowed to go to our first horse show!!

01.01.2022 Dr Ric Redden is not only a farrier but an equine veterinarian. In 1983, he built the International Equine Podiatry Center the first podiatry center dedicated exclusively to the equine foot in Versailles, Ky. He is a member of the International Equine Veterinarian Hall of Fame. He has kindly offered FREE access to his video collection. I would highly recommend taking this opportunity to increase your knowledge on the equine foot and all things shoeing related.

01.01.2022 2 very special mares bred here at Weatherford by our great friend and client Pete Ryan. We look forward to watching their journey.

01.01.2022 Are your weaners, yearlings or 2yos pot bellied, rough coat, not growing well? You may have a parasite problem on your farm. Internal parasites are small organisms that live a portion of their life cycle in a host animalin this case, the horse. They live in internal organs, body cavities, and tissues while gaining their nutritive source by feeding on the host animal. The horse is affected by many different species of parasites. The nature and extent of damage varies with th...e parasite. Parasite infestation causes loss of nutrients or blood from the host, resulting in serious medical problems. Horses heavily burdened with parasites will have a loss of condition due to a depletion of nutrients and blood, decreased growth, and reduced reproductive and athletic performance. Ascarid Numerous internal parasites infect horses, but there are only a few that commonly cause significant health problems. To establish an effective parasite control program, it is important to first understand the life cycle of parasites. Successful prevention and control programs are effective because they interrupt the life cycle of parasites. In some areas of the country, the primary class of internal parasites that cause health problems for horses are nematodes, such as large and small strongyles, ascarids, and tapeworms. Other internal parasites perhaps of lesser significance, such as pinworms and botfly larvae, are also often considered when designing a parasite control program. Ascarids, Parascaris equorum, the horse roundworm, is a very large (females may be up to 15 inches long), yellowish white parasite that may pass out in the feces of foals and young horses. Typically, adult horses develop an immunity to this parasite; therefore, roundworms primarily infect young horses less than 2 years of age. Ascarid life cycle The life cycle of the roundworm starts when the susceptible horse consumes grass, feed, or water contaminated with the infective eggs. The eggs hatch larvae that burrow into the small intestines, migrating through veins to the liver, heart, and eventually the lungs. After migrating in the air spaces of the lungs, the parasite larvae are coughed up and swallowed. The roundworm larvae are returned to the small intestine, where they mature to egg-producing adults, completing the life cycle. The life cycle takes about three months. Physical damage, such as inflammation and scarring of liver and lung tissue, occur in the horse during migration. Adult roundworms can cause physical damage due to intestinal blockage or intestinal rupture. The damage ranges from mild digestive upset and lower feed absorption to severe colic. Clinical signs of ascarid infection may include unthriftiness, potbelly, rough hair coat, and slow growth. Some young horses develop nasal discharge accompanied by a cough as a result of larvae migration. Article: Craig Wood, University of Kentucky