Callahan County Veterinary Clinic

12/03/2025

We will be closing today , Wednesday, December 3rd at 5:15 pm. We will be in the Baird Lighted Parade starting at 6:00 pm this evening. Hope to see you there!

11/30/2025

We are so Thankful for our clients and the fur babies (our patients). We love the family we have created and look forward to many more years of making your fur family healthy and happy! We will reopen tomorrow morning (12/1/2025). Doors open at 7:45 am for surgery and drop offs and phones turn on at 8:40 am.
We hoped you gobbled until you wobbled! ❤️

11/25/2025

Friendly reminder: we will be closed Thursday, 11-27-2025 and Friday, 11-28-2025 in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen Monday, December 1st.

11/20/2025

Neurologic Form of Equine Herpes Virus Confirmed Following Event in Waco

AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), the neurologic disease linked to equine herpes virus (EHV-1), in a Texas Quarter Horse on November 18, 2025.

The horse attended the 2025 WPRA World Finals and Elite Barrel Race event in Waco, Texas on November 5-9, 2025. TAHC staff are working closely with event coordinators, equine owners, and veterinarians to respond to the outbreak, take measures to protect equine, and prevent the further spread of the virus. Additional participants of this event have been notified by the TAHC and are currently being monitored under hold orders.

Owners of horses that may have been in contact with these horses or exposed to EHM should work with their veterinary practitioner to establish appropriate monitoring and diagnostic plans to take precautions.
• Clean and disinfect tack, boots, equipment, and grooming supplies.
• When you return to your premises, isolate the horses that attended the event for at least two weeks.
• Have the temperature of returning horses monitored twice daily for at least 14 days after last known exposure. If a fever (>102.5°F) or other signs consistent with EHM develop, contact your veterinarian.
• When doing feeding and chores, work with the returning horses last, wear boots and coveralls, and remove them before working with your other horses.
• Don’t forget to wash your hands.
• Submit laboratory samples for clinical horses to Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) or other American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD) accredited laboratory.

Clinical signs of EHM in horses may include: fever of 102.5°F or greater (fever most often comes before neurologic signs), nasal discharge, lack of coordination, hindquarter weakness, leaning or resting against a fence or wall to maintain balance, lethargy, urine dribbling, head tilt, diminished tail tone, and pe**le paralysis.

It is important to remember these signs are not specific to EHM and diagnostic testing is required to confirm infection. If you suspect your horse has been exposed to EHV-1, contact your local veterinarian. Additional resources for equine owners can be found here:
•WHAT IS EQUINE HERPES
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• Equine Biosecurity Guide
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The extent of this EHV-1 outbreak is not yet fully known. Presentation of EHV-1 in these horses has been acute with rapid progression and high clinical severity. A concerning number of mortalities in horses suspected to have EHM have been reported. Investigation into the character and epidemiology of this disease event is ongoing but the need for rapid and proactive actions to curb the spread is clear. Measures to prevent contact of horses from exposure to the virus and increased biosecurity overall are recommended.

TAHC encourages event sponsors to take all necessary precautions to prevent further spread of this virus and protect equine health. Given the nature of this virus and routes of transmission, and out of an abundance of caution, TAHC recommends canceling or postponing equine events as the best method to protect horses from further exposure until such time as the extent of the current outbreak has been determined.

“Equine owners are encouraged to stay vigilant and monitor animals closely,” said Dr. Bud Dinges, TAHC executive director and state veterinarian. “Based on current evaluations and the evolving situation, we highly recommend equine owners take this virus seriously and weigh potential risks when commingling equine.”

The equine industry is encouraged to obtain the latest information on equine disease events nationwide on the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) website. Subsequent Texas EHM cases will be posted on the EDCC.

11/20/2025

We will be closing today from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm for training.

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

We sincerely appreciate your sacrifice. We know freedom isn’t free. Thank you!

11/11/2025

We have several options for preventing heartworms. Monthly chews, injections that last 6 or 12 months. We can even add flea prevention as well!

Did you know ALL of these animals can get heartworms?

11/11/2025

We LOVE being part of Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine!!

11/09/2025

11/02/2025

Come out and see some of the fun animals we get to work with! Our entire staff will be there! ❤️

🦓 This baby zebra is kicking up her heels in excitement — the Picnic at the Preserve is only days away! 🧺
She can’t wait to meet y’all in person and show off her stripes! ❤️

Come enjoy food, music, and wildlife while supporting conservation right here in Texas.

There are still a few spots up for grabs, so get yours before this little one kicks off without you!
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