NVA Equine

"Since the day I got him, I hoped he could live his life and never have a bad day. I hoped he would be healthy, and discover that the world was kind and that he was cared for. As I watched him in the last years of his life, I felt content that I had succeeded. He was happy and healthy, I had never put my ego or needs over his care, I had always made the choice to stop one day early rather than one day late. And as horses age, if you want them to continue living that way, you need to decide what the end game is." ~ Sara Bradley I have been quiet this summer; I have been grieving this summer; and I have been struggling to find the words, until I read the above in the Chronicle of the Horse. I have been incapable of talking about it, until just recently, and believe me, typing these words is much easier than actually speaking them, still. But life moves on with insistence, and whether I like it or not, as I encounter many of you during our travel and conference season, I need you to know: It is with unending sadness I share the loss of one of the true loves of my life, my equine companion of 21 years, my beloved Diamond Rio. It's hard to express what he meant to me, or how much this loss has impacted my life and my sense of identity. I was not prepared to feel so untethered. Our story is long and takes place over nearly half my life, but the last 5 years, Rio has been retired, living out his days on the green, rolling pastures of the Blue Ridge, in western North Carolina. Although in his prime, he was an athlete and a fierce competitor, I don't think I've ever seen him as happy as he was, just mowing the grass. My practical, vet tech side, had started to wonder now that he was 27, how much time we had left, but despite knowing all too well how quickly things can change, I did not expect to have to say goodbye so suddenly. Our last day together was one of the hardest of my life. While my heart aches, I am also profoundly grateful for our time together—it is always the toughest horses who teach you the best lessons, and help shape your character. I owe most of who I am today as a horsewoman and vet nurse to him. "𝐺𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑓 𝑖𝑠 𝑎 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒. 𝐼𝑡 𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑜𝑓 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 (𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑎𝑡 𝑖𝑡𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒, 𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑠𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑖𝑠 𝑎 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑠𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔)." ~ 𝐷𝑎𝑦 𝑆𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑑𝑘𝑟𝑒𝑡 If you've read this far, thank you for bearing with me. Go hug your horse, or your dog, or cat, or your human, whomever it is that brings you joy. And if you see me out and about this fall, I also gladly accept hugs. #fortheloveofhorses #grief

📣 Attention Veterinarians, Farriers & Vet Techs!📣 Here's another great option for CE in the Northeast! SOUTH SHORE EQUINE CLINIC INC, in partnership with Hallmarq Veterinary Imaging and Boehringer Ingelheim, are pleased to announce an educational evening dedicated to discussing our knowledge about foot lameness in horses. Hear from David Levine, DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR and Elizabeth (Betsy) Lordan, DVM, CJF, who will share their expertise on the latest in diagnosing, treating, and preventing lameness in the foot. The evening will commence at 5:30pm with a welcome reception, where guests can network over heavy appetizers & refreshments. RACE Approved! 3.5 CE Credits Register Here: https://buff.ly/3Mw88Gl #NeverStopLearning #fortheloveofhorses #nvacommunity #nvaequine #equinehealth #equinecareers #equineveterinarian #equinevettech

Exciting moments captured at the Friday evening networking event during the Opportunities in Equine Practice Seminar in Lexington, KY. We take great pride in being a patron sponsor of this event since its relaunch in 2023, emphasizing our commitment to nurturing and empowering the upcoming generation of equine healthcare professionals. Keep an eye out for more event snapshots coming soon! #OEPS #FutureEquineVeterinarians #fortheloveofhorses #nvacommunity #nvaequine #equinehealth #equinecareers

It’s difficult to summarize OEPS 2024 in just a few words. My gratitude and appreciation for the equine veterinary industry is overwhelming and my outlook for the future is bright! This past weekend I laughed, I cried, and I laughed until I cried. Thank you to all who made OEPS 2024 possible and a huge shoutout to the Class of 2026 vet students - you all are going to do big things! 🐴🩺💚 #OEPS #NVAEquine #Classof2026 #thefutureisbright #equinevetstudent #equinevetlife

🌟 Join Our Team as a Practice Manager for a Leading Multi-Site Equine Veterinary Practice! 🌟 Are you a dynamic and visionary leader with a passion for equine care? We are looking for an experienced Practice Manager to oversee a thriving multi-site equine veterinary practice, with primary locations in the Northeast and Florida. This is a unique opportunity to lead a practice with an annual revenue of $12-$17 million and a dedicated team of 50 employees. What You’ll Do: 🔹 Financial Leadership: Own the financial performance and operational efficiency of our practice, including labor management, resource allocation, and compliance. 🔹 Strategic Planning: Lead our annual strategic planning process, focusing on financial targets, growth opportunities, and implementing innovative technologies. 🔹 Team Building: Build and lead a motivated, high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, engagement, and organizational commitment. 🔹 Operational Excellence: Implement strategies to improve operations, enhance standards of care, and expand our diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Who You Are: 🔹Experienced in the equine veterinary industry with a strong background in P&L management and business operations. 🔹A visionary leader who can translate big-picture goals into actionable plans. 🔹A motivator who can build strong relationships with veterinarians, practice leadership, and support teams. 🔹Ideally based in New York, Connecticut, or Florida, and willing to travel up to 25%. Why Join Us? This is your chance to make a significant impact by leading a renowned equine veterinary practice. If you’re passionate about driving business growth and shaping the future of equine care, we want to hear from you! 👉 Apply Now and take the next step in your career with us! https://lnkd.in/gN-nq7zG #VeterinaryCareers #EquineVeterinary #PracticeManager #Leadership #VeterinaryJobs #EquineCare #HealthcareLeadership #VeterinaryManagement

COURSE CONFIRMED! Our upcoming course on Sports Horse Medicine & Orthopedics will definitely take place on September 13th-14th at Manning Equine Veterinary Services near Toronto, ON. We still have a few spaces available, so book now to secure your spot! For more information and to register for this course visit: https://loom.ly/npBZDfw #equinevet #equineveterinarian #veterinary #veterinaryCE #veterinarycontinuingeducation #vetce

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Training at Wisconsin Equine Clinic and Hospital has been a tremendous success! 🎉 The team has been incredibly easy to work with, quickly mastering the process. In just the first three days, we’ve scanned an impressive 12-13 horses. 🐴

The countdown is on and we are more than excited!! In two weeks, members of our recruiting team, and several doctors from practices in our network, will be heading to Lexington, KY for the Opportunities In Equine Practice Seminar #OEPS24. One of our favorite weekends all year, we are super proud to be a Patron sponsor of this incredible event, which showcases the diverse opportunities that exist for third year veterinary students interested in equine practice. It is our honor to support these students as they explore the next steps of their career and we love being a part of the dynamic equine industry! 😎🐎#thefutureisbright #bettertogether #fortheloveofhorses