2024 Equine Seminar – Managing Joint Disease in the Horse

At Red Lodge Veterinary Clinic, we are committed to providing the best possible care for your beloved horses. That’s why we are excited to invite you to our upcoming Equine Seminar – Managing Joint Disease in the Horse

 Seminar Topic: Managing Joint Disease in the Horse

 Date: Wednesday, February 28th 

 Time: Doors open at 6pm, presentations from 6:30-9:00 pm 

 Location: Beartooth Elks Lodge 114 N Broadway Ave, Red Lodge, MT

This informative seminar will cover essential topics such as lameness detection, understanding common joint issues, and effective management strategies to keep your horse healthy and happy. Dr. Casey Gruber along with Dr. Scott Hancock of Boehringer Ingleheim will be on hand to share valuable insights, practical tips, and answer any questions you may have.

Attendance is completely free, and dinner will be provided. We believe that by empowering horse owners with knowledge, we can enhance the well-being of our equine companions together.

To reserve your spot at this exclusive event, please RSVP by February 18th via redlodgevet@gmail.com or call 406-446-2815

We look forward to welcoming you to our Equine Seminar and sharing valuable insights that will benefit both you and your horse. If you have any questions or require further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your horses. We can’t wait to see you there!

 

HALLOWEEN with the HORSES 2023

You are invited to Aspen Ridge Ranch for Halloween with the Horses! 
 
This will be our 5th year partnering up with the awesome team at Aspen Ridge Ranch to host a FREE, fun & safe Halloween event!
 
Geared towards kids under the age of 13, yet all horse lovers are welcome! The evening will include Trick-or-Treating, games and the opportunity to meet some of their equine partners.
 
Tuesday, October 31st from 5-7 pm at Aspen Ridge Ranch 144 Fox Road in Red Lodge.
 
Contact us today with any questions! 406-446-2815
 

WE ARE HIRING! VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST

We are seeking a personable, detail-oriented, organized and animal-loving receptionist!

Duties include answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking patients in and out, invoicing, taking payments, opening and closing the office, setting up and maintaining patient files, assisting with inventory management, along with other duties as needed.

The ideal candidate must provide excellent customer service and they should be comfortable and proficient in computer and general office skills. 

Experience working in the veterinary industry is an asset.

Our focus is to provide exceptional client and patient care.

Benefits:

  • CE allowance
  • Paid time-off
  • Discounted veterinary services and products

Wage is dependent on experience.

Please send resume and cover letter attention Dominique to:

dgruber@redlodgevetclinic.com

406-446-2815

Equine and Small Animal Dental Month February 2023

In February we will once again be offering a 20% discount on equine dental floats and small animal dental cleanings. In-clinic appointments only. Call us today 446-2815 to reserve your spot, we fill up quickly!

EQUINE DENTAL HEALTH:

Horses with dental problems may show obvious signs, such as pain or irritation, or they may show no noticeable signs at all. This is because some horses simply adapt to their discomfort.

For this reason, periodic dental examinations performed by your equine veterinarian are essential to your horse’s health. It is important to catch dental problems early. If a horse starts behaving abnormally, dental problems should be considered as a potential cause. Waiting too long may increase the difficulty of remedying certain conditions or may even make remedy impossible.

Look for the following indicators of dental problems from the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) to know when to seek veterinary attention for your horse:

 

  1. Loss of feed from mouth while eating, difficulty with chewing, or excessive salivation.
  2. Loss of body condition.
  3. Large or undigested feed particles (long stems or whole grain) in manure.
  4. Head tilting or tossing, bit chewing, tongue lolling, fighting the bit, or resisting bridling.
  5. Poor performance, such as lugging on the bridle, failing to turn or stop, even bucking.
  6. Foul odor from mouth or nostrils, or traces of blood from the mouth.
  7. Nasal discharge or swelling of the face, jaw or mouth tissues.

 

Oral exams should be an essential part of an annual physical examination by your veterinarian. Every dental exam provides the opportunity to perform routine preventative dental maintenance. Mature horses should get a thorough dental exam at least once a year, and horses 2 –5 years old should be examined twice yearly.

** Discount does not apply to sedation or other recommended services beyond the dental float, in-clinic appointments only and no rainchecks **

CANINE and FELINE DENTAL HEALTH:

The cause of gum disease is the same in cats and dogs as it is in people.

Gum disease is an infection resulting from build-up of soft dental plaque on the surfaces of the teeth around the gums. The bacteria in dental plaque irritate the gum tissue if plaque is allowed to accumulate, which often leads to infection in the bone surrounding the teeth. Hard dental tartar (calculus) consists of calcium salts from saliva deposited on plaque. Tartar starts to form within a few days on a tooth surface that is not kept clean, and provides a rough surface that enhances further plaque accumulation. Once it has begun to grow in thickness, tartar is difficult to remove without dental instruments. – From VOHC.

Once tartar forms on the teeth, mechanical removal with an ultrasonic scaler and hand instruments followed by high frequency polishing is required to return the teeth to a health state. Annual or bi-annual prophylactic cleaning is recommended to prevent the advancement of periodontal disease. 

** Discount does not apply to anesthesia or other recommended services (such as extractions and dental radiology) beyond the dental cleaning/polishing & no rainchecks **

Call us today! 406-446-2815

 

Equine Educational Seminar 2022 – Videos Dr. Gruber

Here are the three videos of Dr. Gruber’s talks from November 10th, 2022. Dr. Keene’s presentations were not recorded.

Video 1 – Dr. Gruber discusses our practice, introduces staff and begins the equine nutrition presentation.

Video 2 – Dr. Gruber continues discussing equine nutrition, supplements and feed recommendations.

Video 3 – Dr. Gruber discusses colic management, when to call the vet and what to do in the meantime.

 

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to catch updates for future seminars! 

Equine Educational Seminar- Nov 10th, 2022

This November 10th join Dr. Rob Keene of Boehringer Ingelheim and Dr. Casey Gruber of Red Lodge Veterinary Clinic for an informative evening discussing equine nutrition and colic.

This year the event will be held at the Beartooth Elks Lodge in downtown Red Lodge on Thursday, November 10th.

Doors open at 5:30 and presentations will start about 6:15-6:30. 

Please RSVP early as we have limited seating and we have filled up each previous year! We will be providing dinner at this FREE event thanks to Boehringer Ingelheim and MWI Animal Health who help sponsor these great evenings.

Topics:

Equine Nutrition 101

  • Facts
  • Myths
  • Best Practices

Equine Colic

  • Risk Factors
  • Treatment
  • Prevention

Prepare some questions as we will have an open Q&A after the presentations as well as some interactive learning.

Can’t wait to see you there! Click HERE to be forwarded to the Facebook Event

 

Halloween with the Horses – October 31, 2022

You are invited to Aspen Ridge Ranch for Halloween with the horses! 
 
For the fourth year in a row, we are partnering up with the awesome team at Aspen Ridge Ranch to host a FREE, fun & safe Halloween event!
 
Geared towards kids under the age of 13, yet all horse lovers are welcome! The evening will include Trick-or-Treating, games and the opportunity to meet some of their equine partners.
 
Monday, October 31st from 5-7 pm at Aspen Ridge Ranch 144 Fox Road in Red Lodge.
 
Contact us today with any questions! 406-446-2815
 
 
Halloween With The Horses!  Click HERE to visit the Facebook Event

Welcome Dr. Tara Griffin!

 

We are thrilled to announce we have added another doctor to our team! 

Dr. Griffin is a New Jersey native, and currently residing in Red Lodge with her husband, two sons, two dogs, cat, and three horses.  After graduating from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA, she pursued a degree in veterinary medicine at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh, in Scotland.  She has been practicing small animal medicine since 2014. 

Dr. Griffin knew from a young age that she wanted to become a veterinarian because she delighted in caring for her own pets.  She quickly recognized that she had a passion and love for animals and an interest in medicine.  Her goals are to keep all pets healthy and educate owners to make good decisions for both their pets and families. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and enjoying the outdoors.

She is currently available part-time for small animal appointments, call us today! 406-446-2815

Equine and Small Animal Dental Month – February 2022

In February we will once again be offering a 20% discount on equine dental floats and small animal dental cleanings. In-clinic appointments only. Call us today 446-2815 to reserve your spot, we fill up quickly!

EQUINE DENTAL HEALTH:

Horses with dental problems may show obvious signs, such as pain or irritation, or they may show no noticeable signs at all. This is because some horses simply adapt to their discomfort.

For this reason, periodic dental examinations performed by your equine veterinarian are essential to your horse’s health. It is important to catch dental problems early. If a horse starts behaving abnormally, dental problems should be considered as a potential cause. Waiting too long may increase the difficulty of remedying certain conditions or may even make remedy impossible.

Look for the following indicators of dental problems from the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) to know when to seek veterinary attention for your horse:

 

  1. Loss of feed from mouth while eating, difficulty with chewing, or excessive salivation.
  2. Loss of body condition.
  3. Large or undigested feed particles (long stems or whole grain) in manure.
  4. Head tilting or tossing, bit chewing, tongue lolling, fighting the bit, or resisting bridling.
  5. Poor performance, such as lugging on the bridle, failing to turn or stop, even bucking.
  6. Foul odor from mouth or nostrils, or traces of blood from the mouth.
  7. Nasal discharge or swelling of the face, jaw or mouth tissues.

 

Oral exams should be an essential part of an annual physical examination by your veterinarian. Every dental exam provides the opportunity to perform routine preventative dental maintenance. Mature horses should get a thorough dental exam at least once a year, and horses 2 –5 years old should be examined twice yearly.

Call us today! 406-446-2815

 

** Discount does not apply to sedation or other recommended services beyond the dental float, in-clinic appointments only and no rainchecks **

 

CANINE and FELINE DENTAL HEALTH:

The cause of gum disease is the same in cats and dogs as it is in people.

Gum disease is an infection resulting from build-up of soft dental plaque on the surfaces of the teeth around the gums. The bacteria in dental plaque irritate the gum tissue if plaque is allowed to accumulate, which often leads to infection in the bone surrounding the teeth. Hard dental tartar (calculus) consists of calcium salts from saliva deposited on plaque. Tartar starts to form within a few days on a tooth surface that is not kept clean, and provides a rough surface that enhances further plaque accumulation. Once it has begun to grow in thickness, tartar is difficult to remove without dental instruments. – From VOHC.

Once tartar forms on the teeth, mechanical removal with an ultrasonic scaler and hand instruments followed by high frequency polishing is required to return the teeth to a health state. Annual or bi-annual prophylactic cleaning is recommended to prevent the advancement of periodontal disease. 

 

** Discount does not apply to anesthesia or other recommended services (such as extractions and dental radiology) beyond the dental cleaning/polishing & no rainchecks **

 

 

Holiday Closure Dec 24th – January 3rd – Emergency Only

We at Red Lodge Veterinary Clinic want to thank all of our clients for their business and trust in us. We’re also fortunate to have a great team that goes above and beyond for our clients and patients. 

2021 was a very busy year and in honor of our hard working team, we will be providing a well deserved break. Our office will be CLOSED from Friday, December 24th at noon until Monday, January 3rd at 8:30 am to EMERGENCY ONLY.

If you have an urgent question or emergency during this time, please call the clinic 406-446-2815 to speak with Dr. Casey Gruber who will do his best to be available to address your concerns.

Please schedule all non-urgent appointments including prescription / pet food refills before or after this time. 

We hope you have a safe, healthy and happy holiday and we look forward to 2022!

Dr. Casey and Dominique Gruber