Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital Equine

10/22/2026

I would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing technicians at Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital for National Vet Tech Week! Please give them a shout out for all of their hardwork that they do to keep all the fur babies happy and healthy!

10/19/2026

It’s National Veterinary Technician Week! 🩺 While we are always thankful for our techs, we are excited to celebrate them extra for the week! Technicians are vital in keeping our clinic running smoothly, and while we aren’t biased we definitely have the best ones! 🤗

Stay tuned for some fun videos highlighting our techs this week!!

10/07/2026

We are excited to announce our first two seminars of the season! 🩺

In November, join Dr. Ott for a seminar on lameness causes, diagnostics, and treatments 💊. This seminar will include a live demonstration of a lameness exam in our on-site arena. More details on this will be coming in the following days, so watch our page for the event post!

In December, join Dr. Young, Dr. Paffel, and our staff for our popular “How-To” seminar📝! Back by popular demand, you’ll spend the evening learning skills every horse owner should know. You’ll have a chance to watch, practice, and ask questions! This is a hands-on experience, so spots will be limited.

All seminars will be posted to our page as events with more details! We hope to see you all this winter! 📋🐴

10/07/2026

Congratulations to our October 2026 Patient of the Month, “Signature”, owned by Abbey Holthusen!

5 fun facts about Signature:
-Signature is a 20-year-old Oldenburg🐴
-His coloring is brown/white tobiano, which is less common in Oldenburgs 🤎
-He LOVES to play, especially a game of "bitey-face" with other geldings 🕹️
-He will raise one front leg to beg for treats 🍬
-We are VERY thankful for Cleary Lake Veterinary for keeping him healthy and helping us manage his Equine Metabolic Syndrome 🩺

Thank you all who commented to nominate your horse! Looking forward to next month! ⭐️

10/01/2026

Great information about caring for senior horses as we head into fall & winter! A discussion with your veterinarian is quick, easy, and vital for ensuring your horse feels their best going into cold temperatures & snow.

We amso recommend paying attention to hoof care and oral health.

Schedule your fall appointment today! 📞

09/27/2026

🚨OCTOBER PATIENT OF THE MONTH🚨
Want to see your horse as our next patient of the month?

RULES:
-Must be a current patient of ours
-Must have been seen by an equine vet since JANUARY 1st, 2026 (and we will check 😉)
-Can be an animal other than a horse, as long as it is seen by an equine vet
-Only one horse per person
-Entries close at 11:59PM on September 30th

The winner will be selected randomly from all entries received. The winner will also receive a FREE F***l Egg Count, redeemable until October 1st, 2027.

To enter, drop a picture of your horse & their name in the comments with one fun fact about them! The winner will be contacted October 1st.

09/23/2026

Happy Fall! 🍂🍁🎃

As we roll into the cooler weeks ahead, it’s time to start thinking about fall appointments and ensuring your horse is feeling their best heading into winter.

🍁Fall Vaccinations: is your horse up to date on all vaccines? The Flu/Rhino vaccine is recommended every 6 months, and your horse may be due for additional vaccines.
🍁Deworming: while we haven’t reached the first hard frost, now is the time to consult with your vet on the best deworming medication for your horse based on f***l egg counts.
🍁Dental Exams: has your horse had their teeth floated this year? We recommend dental exams yearly, and fall is the perfect time before the temperatures hit freezing!
🍁Body Condition: how is your horses body condition going into the winter months? Now is a great time to discuss nutrition and feeding to keep your horse feeling their best!

Call our office to schedule your fall appointment 📞

09/19/2026

As Fall is just around the corner this is a great reminder to ensure your animals are up to date on their vaccines.

Keeping your horse up to date on its rabies vaccination is the easiest way to decrease the risk of exposure and infection. Bats and skunks are the most common carriers in Minnesota. The article lists many good steps to limit the risk of rabies besides the vaccination.

Call our office today to schedule your horse for their fall shots 🩺

NEWS RELEASE: The Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirmed a Brown County Hereford heifer tested positive for rabies Sept. 8. This case highlights the importance of biosecurity, recognizing potential signs of infection, and personal protective equipment for those interacting with animals who may have an unknown infectious disease. Read the full release: https://www.bah.state.mn.us/Rabies-detected-in-Brown-County-cow

09/14/2026

In August some of our team got together for an evening at Canterbury Park! 🏇 We had a fantastic time watching horse racing!
Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital also sponsored a race and got to be in the winners circle for the photo. Do you see some familiar faces? 😜 Congrats to the winner! 🏆