Bluegrass Equine Emergency Service

Are you prepared for an emergency?
Equine emergencies can happen at any time. Here are some things that you should have on hand. Keep these items in a clearly labeled container with your name and horses information. Feel free to share in the comments what you keep in your emergency kit!

Information:
Laminated card with owner contact information, primary veterinarian contact information, as well as an additional veterinary/hospital contact in case of emergency.

Equipment:
- A stethoscope
- A pair of bandage scissors
- Another pair of small sharp scissors
- Digital Thermometer
- Duct tape
- Flash light
- Hoof pick
- Latex gloves
- Tweezers

Bandaging:
- A roll of sterile cotton
- Elastikon
- Gauze squares of multiple sizes
- Gauze roll
- Instant cold pack
- Polo wrap & quilted cotton wrap
- Vetwrap

Antiseptic:
- Alluspray
- Alcohol swabs
- A bottle of rubbing alcohol
- A poultice such as Animalintex
- Betadine or Nolvasan
- Epsom salt
- Neosporin
- Saline solution

Medications:
- Bute
- Banamine paste
- Neo-poly-bac eye ointment

Normal vitals for the adult horse:
Temperature 98.0-100.8° F
Heart Rate: 28-44 beats per minute
Respiratory Rate: 12-18 breaths per minute

As always, we are here to help with any equine emergencies, day or night. Our emergency hours begin at 5 PM on weekdays, and continue around the clock throughout the weekend. For emergency service call us at 502-377-3327.

KVMA has grave concerns regarding the Murray State proposal to build a distributive model veterinary school in Kentucky. This will ultimately endanger the contract seats @ Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine that has been in place for 73 years with over 76% of KY residents returning to KY to practice. Please read below our list of main concerns. KVMA will make daily posts breaking down each of these points and feel free to share this in your own FB feed.
Contact your Legislators if this also concerns you!

An exciting weekend for Bluegrass Equine Emergency Svc🤪
A big shout out to Simpsonville and Worthington Fire and Rescue for their help!

Hey horse peeps! Gas Light Equine has an open position for a veterinary technician / assistant. Full time, Tuesday through Friday. We work hard and have a good time- every day is an adventure. If you’re interested in joining the team, please send your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]

Foaling Time! As we gear up for foaling season, please remember that Bluegrass Equine Emergency Service is available after 5pm during the week, and anytime on weekends! Give us a call. 502-377-3327

Thank you to everyone that used BEES in 2023!! Don't forget that we are available for all your Equine Emergencies starting at 5PM during the week, and 24/7 on the weekends!! And be sure to tell your primary DVM that we still have subscription availability!

***Save the date!

Hello everyone, I was chatting with joker this morning and he want to be sure to remind you that it's a beautiful day and all of those horses out there are not going to ride themselves! We hope that you all have a safe and beautiful ride this weekend. If something happens, know that we are here for you all weekend. We can sew them up, rehydrate them and treat the soreness. Of course, I'm talking about the horses. You humans are on your own! Have a great ride!

Joker says good morning! He is a wise... donkey. With the significant weather changes over the next few days there will be a large amount of horses with digestive upset. If your horse is showing signs of colic don't wait. Give us a call. The vast majority of these colics when treated quickly never mature into a life threatening or surgical colic. Our Vets are highly trained to diagnose and treat these colics to keep our friends happy and healthy. We are available for all of your afterhours needs in and around the Louisville area. 502-377-3327

It's that time of year! The mares are getting round and babies are on their way. This is a common time for mares to get colicky. If your mare is not acting right don't wait. When she has her baby let us know. Remember the 123 rule: Stands at one hour, nurses at two hours, and passes placenta at three hours. If they miss any of these makers give us a call no matter what time it is. Have one of our emergency vets check them out and make sure all is well. When you have your new bundle of joy send us some pics! Everybody loves baby horse pictures!

Bluegrass Equine Emergency Service Emergency equine veterinary services after-hours and on weekends. Serving the Louisville, Kentucky