High Sierra Fieldworks

11/27/2025

Last night, AAEP and EDCC hosted a webinar on the current state of affairs regarding the EHV-1 outbreak(linked below). It is an hour and a half watch and definitely worthwhile.

I have refrained from making any comments on the matter given the continuously evolving situation which can be hard to keep up with. At this time, questions regarding your personal horses should be directed to your veterinarian.

What I will say is this, I encourage everyone to remain vigilant in their efforts to stop the progression of this virus. The current reporting is likely behind actual case numbers due to the demand on the laboratories running PCRs on submitted samples. We are also up against the normal delays associated with the holiday season.

The equine community has long been familiar with being shorthanded on veterinarians and all associated veterinary staff. The limitations on resources for sick horses with EHV-1, let alone those that develop EHM, cannot be overstated. With very few ICU stalls available even on the West Coast, a spike in case numbers could very well overwhelm our already overloaded veterinary hospitals and teams. I cannot speculate on the implications for care of horses experiencing colic or requiring hospitalization should EHV numbers rise locally, but that is a situation we all would like to leave as a mystery.

There is a lot of information out there to see regarding this outbreak, please exercise caution when viewing… I recommend discussing your questions and concerns with your trusted veterinary team. Stay safe, stay home (for now), stay healthy. It’s all for the horse 🐴❤️

For the most accurate case reporting, you should refer to the EDCC website which is updated as reports are made: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/

This is the recording of a webinar held November 25, 2025. Please note that the current EHV-1 situation is changing rapidly. To get the most updated informat...

10/30/2025

Pencil this webinar in on your calendar!

DON’T MISS OUR LAST HORSE OWNER EDUCATION WEBINAR OF 2025! 📢

Join us next Wednesday, Nov. 5, for “Care and Management of the Elderly Equine”.

Just like people, the needs of horses change as they continue to age. Members of the AAEP Horse Owner Education committee will present on a wide range of topics to help you properly care for the elderly equine in your life. Discussion points will include diet, dentistry, common diseases and illnesses, preventative care, and more. Do not miss this informative session on how to help your older horse live its best life!

Registration is FREE but required. A recording of the webinar will be available if you miss the live event.

Register here: https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ah5yOsCebSifxMhDsKU4IL28l58V2uXLCCZy2BJfr1cVGkPrhte-~AkTrbyktZL-X6LN0LpntEqMChUPte_sAlD_Vc22m-q6fZUf_K_Bby90XhQ

This informative session is brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

10/28/2025

Almost a year of planning went into the Equine Neck and Spine Dissection Event at Tahoe Equine last weekend.

Equestrians from all walks of the horse and veterinary industry came together to learn from Dr. Shane Miller. What an incredible privilege to have the opportunity to study on a fresh cadaver, something that none of us took for granted.

I want to extend my sincere thanks to the entire Tahoe Equine team (and the amazing volunteers!) for not only hosting and organizing this event, but for the dignity and respect they show to every horse that comes through their facility, including our donated cadaver.

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Miller for dedicating his entire Saturday to teaching. Not a single question was left unanswered, and the open forum discussions helped spark meaningful conversations around performance, biomechanics, and quality of life.

And finally, thank you to everyone who invested their weekend in expanding their understanding of the equine body. It was inspiring to see such a diverse group of individuals from veterinarians, therapists, riders, and owners - all committed to deepening their knowledge for the betterment of the horse.

Our Northern Nevada equestrian community continues to impress me with its curiosity, collaboration, and care for the horse. This event was a true reflection of that spirit. 🐴❤️

10/15/2025

Circulation is vital for life; every stride, breath, and heartbeat your horse takes depends on it.

The cardiovascular system delivers oxygen and nutrients to the tissues in exchange for CO₂ and metabolic waste.

It operates through two highly organized systems:
❤️ Pulmonary circulation: Deoxygenated blood travels from the right side of the heart to the lungs through the pulmonary artery, the only artery in the body that carries deoxygenated blood. In the lungs, red blood cells (RBCs) exchange CO₂ for fresh oxygen, returning to the heart through the pulmonary vein, the only vein that carries oxygenated blood.

🐴 Systemic circulation: The left side of the heart then pumps that oxygen-rich blood through the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to muscles, organs, and connective tissues before returning it for another round.

🩸Red blood cells are imperative in this process. Their unique, flexible shape allows them to navigate even the tiniest capillaries, delivering oxygen to hard-working tissues and carrying waste away. Without optimal blood flow, this exchange slows down which leads to fatigue, stiffness, and slower recovery.

This is why supporting circulation is one of the most powerful things we can do for a horse’s health, comfort, and performance.

At High Sierra Fieldworks, I use PEMF therapy, red light, and myofascial release techniques to help improve systemic circulation which enhances the delivery of oxygen, aids in toxin removal, and promotes cellular recovery and relaxation.

When circulation improves, muscles loosen, inflammation decreases, and the whole body begins to balance itself naturally.

📸 I took these photos to show just how incredible equine vasculature really is: a reminder that wellness depends on even the smallest of factors functioning optimally.

09/12/2025

I just returned from a trip to Rome with my husband and have been completely blown away by how beautiful and amazing the city is!

While I was there, I was particularly enamored with the equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius. Ancient sources have recorded there were 22 huge bronze statues known as equi magni in Rome which were made to honor Emperors and their legacies. This statue, however, is the only equi magni in existence today. Many of the other relics of the Roman Empire were destroyed, moved, or lost over the years to invaders, weather events, or reconstruction/repurposing projects.

The history behind this powerful symbol itself is truly incredible! To save the original statue from further corrosion from the elements, it was moved indoors at the Capitoline Museum. A full sized replica has been placed in the original location, Piazza del Campidoglio.

Marcus Aurelius sits steadily upon the horse’s back. No stirrups for his feet as they were not used in the Western world at that time. What stood out the most about this statue was the details of the horse: the details in each muscle, vasculature, tendons of the distal limb, nostrils, muzzle, teeth, the creases of flesh at the throatlatch, and the hooves.

This statue is nearly 2 thousand years old (erected in 176 A.D.)! Romans built things to last forever. Details were not spared in art, whether that be a statue, painting, mosaic, tapestry… yet here are all of the classic details of the horse, and with the simpleness of the hoof. I admired the angles of the hooves, the shape and size of each one.

The right front leg is elevated such that you can appreciate the details of the palmar aspect of the hoof. The frog is beautifully depicted with ample heel. Overall, this horse has really pretty feet.

Times are incomparably different for how we use horses in our lives now. But anatomy hasn’t changed over this time. I am fascinated by the simple, yet complex foundation that is the equine hoof - captured so beautifully here in this tribute to a great Emperor and his trusty steed.

08/18/2025

🧲𝒫𝐸𝑀𝐹+ 𝒟𝒶𝓎 at Tahoe Equine🧲

On 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, I’ll be offering PEMF+ sessions at Tahoe Equine. This isn’t your average MagnaWave session: it’s a science-backed, whole-horse approach designed to keep your equine partner performing, recovering, and thriving.

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▪️ Every horse receives a 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 personalized session, report of findings, and strategies to support long-term soundness and wellbeing.

📍 Tahoe Equine PEMF+ Day

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Call/text me (775) 303-7618 or Tahoe Equine (775) 781-5060 to schedule your session.