Equiconnect Equine Podcast

Please enjoy the latest episode hosted by Dr. Mike Pownall! In this episode, he is joined by Dr. Rafael Gomez and they discuss everything you need to know about breeding your mare/ WATCH: Estrus Cycle of the Mare WebinarEverything You Need To Know About Breeding Your Mare Webinars With Dr. Rafael Gomez Breeding the Problem MareRegister HereJan 16th, 2023 at 7 pm·      Infertility vs subfertility·      Principal causes of subfertility ·      Diagnosing the problem mare·      Overview of treatment plansInsemination of the MareRegister HereJan 30th, 2023 at 7 pm·      Difference between Fresh, Cooled, and Frozen semen·      Breeding plans with fresh and cooled semen ·      Breeding plans with Frozen semenEmbryo TransfersRegister HereFeb 21st, 2023 at 7 pm·     

In today's episode, Dr Kathryn Surasky and Dr Kate Robinson sit down with Dr Ruby Chow for a discussion about her upcoming internship with McKee-Pownall! Dr. Ruby Chow will be joining our practice for a 13-month internship. Dr. Chow previously worked with us in the summer of 2020 as a technician in our Uxbridge practice and we are delighted to welcome her back as our first intern after her recent graduation from The Ontario Veterinary College. We are excited to start this program at a time when the equine industry is suffering from a drastic decline in veterinarians. Our ability to provide a good experience for an intern will help ensure that the equine veterinary industry has new practitioners entering the profession and will help us to identify future veterinary associates for MPES.  An intern is a graduated and fully licensed veterinarian who is seeking additional time after completing vet school to be mentored in additional aspects of the veterinary industry. In our case, an intern is seek

Please enjoy today's episode with, McKee-Pownall associate veterinarian, Dr. Viviana Hernandez. Dr. Viviana Hernandez graduated in 2012 from the Veterinary Faculty at the National Autonomous University of Mexico. Since graduating, Dr. Hernandez has worked with different species, from small animals to lions and zebras. However, her passion has always been equine medicine. Dr. Hernandez’ mother and grandfather are both Olympians and being raised with sport horses and knowing first-hand the influence they can have in the lives of their owners, she strongly believes in the importance of high quality preventive and sports medicine. She believes in the rider-horse-trainer-veterinarian partnership in order to get the most from horses and their riders at the discipline of their preference. Previously, Dr. Hernandez managed to balance her life as head veterinarian in a competitive equestrian team in Mexico and her life as a professional rider.

In today's episode, we talk to Dr Kathryn Surasky, a long-time associate veterinarian with McKee-Pownall. We have a case-based discussion surrounding a common theme in our industry "Spooky Horses!" Also, we have some promotions happening soon. Check out our 2022 https://www.mckeepownall.ca/wellness-packages (Wellness packages.) Purchase in full before December 31, 2021 to get 2021 prices. December, January and February we will be once again having our https://www.mckeepownall.ca/dentistry-month-promotion (No-Call Fee on Dentistry) promotion. Book your horses dentistry, in our regular call areas, and don't pay a call fee!

In this episode, Karen Foell takes to Dr. Melanie Pfeffer who joined our team in April 0f 2021. Dr. Melanie Pfeffer grew up in a small town in Bavaria, Germany. Melanie worked and travelled through Canada for a year after high school, where she landed at an Ontario horse farm for three years raising, racing and training Standardbreds. She has been involved in one way or another with horses ever since. Dr. Pfeffer spent time in Canada for her externships at Milton Equine Hospital, Henderson Equine Services and Barrie Equine Clinic, followed by a one-year equine rotating internship at the University of Vienna, Austria. Following her internship, she spent over 2 years practicing at an ambulatory Equine Clinic just outside of Munich, Germany (Pferdeklinik in Parsdorf) Dr. Pfeffer’s interests lie in equine podiatry, ophthalmology as well as Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy. 

Dr. Sara Stewart is the newest associate veterinarian to join the McKee-Pownall team however she has been part of the family for many years. Join Karen Foell as she catches up with Dr. Stewart.

In this episode, Dr Kyle Goldie talks to board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr Tara Richards. We are fortunate to have Dr Richards consult and work on horses at our Rehab Facility in Schomberg, Ontario. She gives some great insights into equine eyes. Listen to the end to learn some super interesting facts!  Dr. Tara Richards is a board-certified ophthalmologist with the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO). She grew up in northern Ontario and has been involved with horses since she was a little girl. After completing her DVM degree from OVC, she worked in private practice for a couple of years before pursuing her ophthalmology residency and PhD also at the OVC. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Richards treats all species big and small, but she has a particular love for her equine patients. 

We are thrilled to announce that our very own Mike Pownall, DVM has been nominated as an Ontario Equestrian Board of Directors Candidate.   If you are a member of Ontario Equestrian and plan to vote, we would be honoured if you would listen on to see if Dr Pownall represents the best candidate for you.   Sincerely, The McKee-Pownall Team   "The health of the Ontario equestrian industry is something I am particularly interested in and would value the opportunity to work with this organization to ensure that we continue to develop a flourishing industry. While we live in challenging times, there are still numerous opportunities for all people in Ontario to consider equestrian sports as an accessible and valued activity." Mike Pownall DVM MBA   Learn more about Dr Pownall HERE   Grab your Ontario Equestrian number and click HERE to vote

Your horse benefits from the knowledge and experience from a team approach by equine health care workers. We would like to welcome Marnie Raymond to our team and to this podcast episode to introduce new https://www.mckeepownall.ca/equine-body-work (Equine Body Work) services offered by McKee-Pownall Equine Services: Equine Massage PEMF Equine Physio Taping Marnie has been a Certified Equine Massage Therapist for 16 years and adds PEMF and Equine Physio Tape to her modality toolbox. 

Our veterinarians and Marnie work closely to ensure your horse benefits from continuity of care. She will provide these services at your farm and our Rehabilitation Facility.  Whether your horse is getting ready for the show season, recovering from an injury or you just want to pamper them for the hard work they do talk to Marnie or one of our veterinarians to create a plan right for your horse. If you have any questions about Equine Body Work or would like to book an appointment please reach out to info@mpequine.com

In today's episode, Dr. Goldie and Karen Foell welcome Dr. Kate Robinson to the show.  Dr. Robinson joined our ambulatory team working out of our Rehabilitation Farm in Schomberg in the Fall of 2020 and sees patients at their home farms and at our farm.  Dr. Robinson grew up in Bracebridge and is a 2009 graduate of St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine (Grenada, West Indies).  Following graduation, Dr. Robinson completed an internship in equine ambulatory practice at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (University of Saskatchewan).  Dr. Robinson stayed on at WCVM to complete a three-year combined Masters/Residency program to further her training and specialization in equine ambulatory practice.  She has been an assistant professor at WCVM since 2013, providing clinical service in the equine ambulatory division.  Dr. Robinson enjoys all facets of equine practice, with a keen interest in imaging, podiatry and lameness. When not at work Dr. Robinson can be found at the barn working wit

In today's episode, we have repurposed the audio from an amazing webinar that was done with Dr. Tovah Caldwell on Equine Behaviour And Performance Issues. The audio quality isn't perfect however the content is so valuable we thought it was worth it!  If you are interested in watching the original recorded version of the webinar you can find it here: http://www.mpequine.com/wednesdaywebinars 

In today's episode, Dr. Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell welcome Sarah Shaw DVM, DACVIM for a conversation on Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. Dr. Shaw combines her equine ambulatory practice with her equine internal medicine consulting service and is such an asset for our local equine community. Throughout the show, they talk about different types of ulcers, diagnostics, and treatments in horses. 

In this episode, we welcome our very own Dr Jim Welsh to talk about embryo transfer.  Dr Welsh has taken dedicated training in this area and has had a super successful reproduction season this year. He shares a lot of great information today.  If you are thinking of breeding your racehorse or showhorse next year this is the episode for you. If you have further questions or have an interest in breeding your mare please reach out to us at info@mpequine.com We are also excited about our latest initiative to recognize those that care for our horses. Please check out our Heroes For Horses initiative and nominate your equine caregiver https://www.mckeepownall.ca/heroes-for-horses-virtual-award  

In this episode, we have adapted a recorded webinar with Dr. Samantha Molson that was done earlier this Spring on Colic. The content was not originally designed for audio but it has some really great content that we wanted to share. Enjoy! Here is a link to the actual webinar recording if you are interested as well as the videos she discusses in the webinar.  Equine Colic Webinar With Dr Samantha Molson May 13, 2020  Equine gastroscopy video courtesy of Boehringer- Ingelheim: youtube.com/watch?v=mKZy8PL2XJo Signs of equine colic: youtube.com/watch?v=f3dcJP6e9m4

In today's episode, Kyle and Karen have Dr. Mike Pownall on the hot seat telling the McKee-Pownall story. They take us back to the very beginning and ask the hard questions of Dr. Pownall such as why the practice is designed the way it is; from size to culture and everything in between.

In this episode, Dr Kyle Goldie, shares information for horse and farm owners about deworming and equine parasitology. It is a valuable listen for new and experienced horse owners alike as he has a way of explaining things so that they make sense! Thank you Dr Goldie. 

In this episode, we had a remote recording session with Dr. Melissa McKee. We talk a bit about the current state of affairs in veterinary care due to COVID-19 and then we get serious about pre-purchase exams. We may all be horse shopping online at the moment but it is some great information for the future!

In this episode, Dr. Kyle Goldie and lead veterinary assistant, Karen Foell talk with Dr. Marisa Markey about all things dental health; scenarios, myths and truths, and changing the language around oral exams.  February is typically Dental Health month for equine and companion animals and gives us an extra opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of oral health in our animals for overall health.

The next live in-between-isode from our Open House features our very own Dr. Maggie Turner. Definitely worth the listen as she reveals some things you may not know about her even if she is your regular veterinarian!

In advance of our Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) and Gastroscopy Clinic next week, Dr Kyle Goldie and Karen Foell discuss EGUS in this episode. They touch on clinical signs, diagnosis and treatment options as well as a case-based discussion.  If you are local and interested in joining us at our Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) and Gastroscopy Clinic it takes place at our facility at 14175 8th Concession, Schomberg on October 17th at 9:30 am. You can purchase tickets here https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/equine-gastric-ulcer-syndrome-and-gastroscopy-clinic-tickets-73419320163 and all proceeds are used to support the Canadian Cancer Society.