Beckett & Associates Veterinary Services, LLC

07/27/2026

We got some exciting news this weekend, in the most adorable way. Happiest 14th Birthday Jada! We hope your special day was as sweet as you! ❤🐾🥳

07/11/2026

Happy National Kitten Day! Here are just a few of our little friends. Show us some of your lovable kittens!

07/08/2026

☀️🏊 Make a splash safely this summer! 🐾
Whether your pet loves the pool, lake, river, or beach, a little preparation goes a long way. Check out our 10 Pet Swimming Safety Tips to help keep your furry friends safe while they enjoy the water.

Stay cool, stay safe, and have a pawsome summer! 💙🐶🐱

07/06/2026

🐴 Happy National Farriers Week! 🐴
This week, we're celebrating the skilled farriers who play a vital role in keeping horses healthy, comfortable, and performing their best!
Did you know? Healthy hooves are the foundation of a healthy horse. Regular hoof care helps:
• Prevent cracks, abscesses, and infections
• Maintain proper balance and movement
• Detect early signs of conditions like laminitis or white line disease
• Reduce the risk of lameness and long-term joint stress

Most horses benefit from a farrier visit every 6–8 weeks, though individual needs can vary based on age, activity level, hoof growth, and environment.
Did you know your veterinarian and farrier make a great team? They work together to identify concerns early, develop corrective trimming or shoeing plans when needed, and help keep your horse sound.

Thank you to all the dedicated farriers for your expertise, hard work, and commitment to equine health. We appreciate everything you do!

🐎 Happy National Farriers Week!

07/01/2026

Just a friendly reminder that our office will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. We will be available for Large Animal Emergencies only.
If your pet needs a medication refill, please be sure to request it before the holiday weekend so we have plenty of time to get it ready for you.

07/01/2026

☀️🐾 Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips 🐾☀️
Summer is here, and the heat can be dangerous for our furry friends! Help keep your pets safe with these simple tips:

06/26/2026

06/24/2026

Equine encephalitis is a reminder of how important prevention and early action are in protecting our horses. If you need to update vaccines, an equine exam or have additional questions, feel free to give us a call.

DO YOU KNOW THE DIFFERENCES IN EQUINE ENCEPHALITIS?

Eastern (EEE), Western (WEE), and Venezuelan (VEE). All are mosquito-borne viruses that can cause brain inflammation and severe neurologic disease.

Where Do They Occur?
• EEE (Eastern Equine Encephalitis): Historically in the U.S., it has occurred in all states east of the Mississippi River, with particular prevalence in the Southeastern U.S. More recently, cases have been identified as far west as Texas and north into eastern Canada.

• WEE (Western Equine Encephalitis): Recorded more commonly in the Western U.S.; historically had large outbreaks, but no equine cases have been reported in the last two decades.

• VEE (Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis): Causes outbreaks in Central and South America and Mexico, and only occasionally in the southern U.S.; last occurred in the U.S. (Texas) in 1971, but there is continuing concern about re-introduction.

How Do They Spread?
• EEE & WEE: Spread primarily by mosquitoes, with birds (and some snakes) helping keep the virus cycling in nature. Horses are “dead-end hosts”—they typically do not develop enough virus in their blood to infect mosquitoes.
• VEE: Also spread by mosquitoes, but horses can develop a high enough viremia to infect mosquitoes, meaning horses can help amplify outbreaks. This is a major difference from EEE/WEE.

All three can cause fever and neurologic signs. Signs can vary, but may include behavior changes, incoordination, blindness, seizures, and coma.

Mortality Rates in Unvaccinated Horses?
• EEE: 75–95% (often within 2–3 days of signs starting)
• WEE: 20–40% (generally less severe than EEE)
• VEE: 40–90%

For surviving patients, any of these infections can leave long-term neurologic deficits; this is especially noted with EEE and VEE.

Reportability:
All three (EEE, WEE, VEE) are reportable diseases—your veterinarian will notify animal health officials of suspected and confirmed cases.

How Can We Help Prevent Disease?
• EEE and WEE vaccines are considered “core” for horses living in or traveling to North America, because these diseases are severe and mosquito-borne.
• VEE vaccination is risk-based (depends on likely exposure).
• Reducing mosquito exposure matters because these viruses are primarily mosquito transmitted.

If you have questions or concerns about Equine Encephalitis, contact your veterinarian.

06/10/2026

It is important to be aware, especially when considering to travel with or transporting animals.

05/27/2026

Choke is a common emergency in equine when the esophagus is obstructed. Some of the possible causes of choke may include quick ingestion of feed, improper chewing due to dental disease, inadequate water intake, ingestion of a foreign body, etc.

Possible signs of choke may include distress, stretching the neck out, nasal discharge containing saliva and feed. In some cases, choke may resolve on its own within 10-15 minutes. If you suspect your horse may be choking, remove all food and water immediately and contact your veterinarian as some cases may require intervention such as a nasogastric tube to break up and remove the impaction or antibiotic treatments for aspiration pneumonia secondary to choke. You can gently massage the left side of the neck while you wait for our arrival.

Pictured below is a diagram of a choke and our farm team promptly treating a recent choke.