Veterinarians in Lexington

Barcaldine · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 9:22 am Post subject: Veterinarians in Lexington

I want to alert horsemen here about a new vet clinic--LEXINGTON EQUINE SURGERY--which I have patronized and consider the best practice that I've encountered in my 50 years in the horse business.

I sent a filly of mine which had slab fractured to them last summer after my farm vet opined that her chances of recovery were nil. Because she was a 1/2 sister to a good G1 stakes winner I wanted to try to save her for a broodmare. Dr. Wes Sutter completely explained the situation to me, gave me a realistic prognosis, and spent over six hours operating on her. I watched the entire surgery and was very impressed by his attention to detail and willingness to explain his maneuvers to me. I was also impressed by the anaesthesiologist, who is also a DVM---which is very rare in vet clinics, as well as the complete staff.

The filly came through the surgery well and was returned to my farm several days later. Total cost was $2,500---about 50% of what Hagyard and Rood/Riddle would have charged.

Unfortunately the filly developed a very bad infection in the joint and I decided to euthanize her. But I know that she received the very best care available.

These are good people whom I highly recommend, not just for surgeries, but also for reproduction and general vet work.

Here is their website: http://www.lexingtonequine.com/

LB · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 9:37 am Post subject:

Thanks for the heads up. Smile

CountRaja · Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2012 2:30 pm Post subject:

It took 6 hours to repair a slab fx???!!!
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Barcaldine · Posted: Sat Jan 21, 2012 2:26 pm Post subject:

Yes, it was a multiple slab with a lot of displaced soft tissue. Watching Dr. Sutter remove the tissue and insert the screws on the close-up monitor was a fascinating if not disheartening experience.

Barcaldine · Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 11:47 am Post subject:

First two mares checked in foal today, both on first covers. Thus far Ive bred 15 mares, all but one ovulated within 24 hours of breeding. I am very impressed with Dr Lyman's accuracy in predicting the best time to breed my mares. Any KY breeder who is unhappy with their repro vet may want to check out this new clinic.

BTW, palpations are only $21~

da hossman · Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2012 1:48 pm Post subject:

I also highly recommend Lexington Equine Surgery. I have used them for my own horses as well as clients' horses. As they do only outpatient surgeries, the risk of infectious disease is almost non-existent. Also their pricing is all-inclusive; one does not receive a verbal price and then an invoice with meds, bandages, etc added on to the original figure as happens at other clinics. The price is as stated with no add-ons and is typically less than that charged by Rood & Riddle or Hagyard.

Dr. Bill Bernard was a partner at Rood & Riddle, and Dr. Wes Sutter was "the" surgeon at Ocala Equine. Experienced and professional with a brand new (2011) state of the art facility.
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Barcaldine · Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2012 11:22 am Post subject:

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ratherrapid · Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2012 2:34 pm Post subject:

nice story. keep us informed. I was impressed by an experience with Haygard back in 1998 btw, although it was fairly expensive.

Barcaldine · Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2012 4:11 pm Post subject:

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Shammy Davis · Chef de Race: Classic Joined: 02 Oct 2004 Posts: 4451

Barcaldine wrote:

Barcaldine · Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2012 8:28 pm Post subject:

Shammy, I really dont know what your problem is, whether it be jealousy, poor self-esteem, or just plain old rudeness, but you are decidedly an unpleasant chap. I suggest you rid yourself of the worthless steeds you've confused with Thoroughbred breeding stock and find yourself a position in which your toilet-obsessed mind is best put to use.

Peace until then.

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Barcaldine wrote:

Mood Swings · Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 10:41 am Post subject:

Shammy Davis · Chef de Race: Classic Joined: 02 Oct 2004 Posts: 4451

Mood Swings: I am sorry if I offended you or (with one exception) anyone else. I really should have expressed myself better. I was referring to the comment about having a Vet come out to help handle an unruly colt as was posted by Barcaldine. There have been numerous occasions in the past 40 years when I've needed assistance handling a horse while shoeing, floating, or working with all ages of horses, but I would beg, borrow, steal, sell my wife, and groveled on my knees before calling a Vet to assist me bringing in an unruly horse. Even with my borderline personality, anger management issues, and toilet bowl thinking, I have some pride. Very Happy

Like everyone in the horse business, I learned early on that I was at distinct disadvantage by weight and strength when handling horses of all ages and breeds. That's how I know about all these wonderful pain relievers. I will say with pride, I've never be out a day because of an equine inflicted injury. My tractor has done me more physical harm than any horse.

Also, as I am sure you know I'm hard pressed to suppress a good snipe when there is a "target rich" post before me. Sadly for some, I can be a "decidedly unpleasant chap" when certain opportunities arise.

I apologize if I offended you. Very Happy

Best wishes.

pfrsue · Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 1:15 pm Post subject:

But Shammy...the Vet volunteered to lend a hand, which means he was probably already there for an unrelated matter.