Valley Vet Supply

Vetericyn Package Giveaway

Win a supply of Vetericyn products to clean, treat and heal wounds and skin conditions all year round. Our $150-value giveaway package includes:

1- 16 oz Vetericyn Wound and Infection Spray
1- 16 oz Vetericyn Umbilical, Naval and Udder Gel Spray
1- 8 oz Vetericyn Universal HydroGel Pump
1- 1.5 oz Vetericyn Opthalmic Gel
Vetericyn cap and tote bag

Vetericyn products have revolutionized animal healthcare with a scientifically engineered topical solution that mimics the body’s immune response to viruses, bacteria, fungi and spores. Vetericyn effectively kills antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria, fungi, viruses and spores. Use Vetericyn to treat conditions like rain rot, cuts, burns, rashes, eye or ear infections, ringworm, pink eye, strangles, skin infections and skin fungus. Spray directly into the affected area 3 to 4 times per day, even directly into ears, eyes, nose and mouth.
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Introducing Horse Care Articles

Questions about your horse’s health? Check out our new library of horse care articles. Offering a unique perspective is Dr. Preston Hickman, who practices veterinary medicine in Wichita, KS. The emphasis of his practice is equine podiatry and sports medicine issues. He combines traditional veterinary medicine with high tech video gait analysis to diagnose physical problems and abnormal motion in horses. He is often called on by professional organizations to present his team approach to addressing lameness issues and equine soundness. Dr. Hickman has worked extensively with horse wellness issues as Assistant Medical Director for the Louisiana Racing Commission, overseeing 4 tracks and 16 veterinarians. Current articles include: White Line Disease, Tips for Preventing Horse Colic, Horse Parasitism and Pasture Management. Let us be your source for horse health information and answers to questions regarding horse care. Is there a horse health issue you’d like to learn more about? Let us know. Lori H

The Power of the Little Blue Bottle

It’s one of the scariest things, getting a call to come to the barn because your horse has been cut up. You would think it was a child of our own, running to the truck, speeding towards one of our babies to save the day. As we pull up, we see Rusty haltered up, standing there looking at us with her big eyes, and ya know she’s thinking, “I’m sorry, I did it again!”. You see, Rusty is the most accident prone horse you have every seen. It wasn’t a shocker to us when we heard what horse it was that was tore up, the only words out of our mouths were, “oh no, not again!”. Last time Rusty got so tore up we had to take her to the vet, and pay that nice little ER bill (little... ya right!). Luckily this time things weren’t as bad. Even better, last time we were visiting our best friend, the vet, he suggested that we get a bottle of Vetericyn (preferably the hydrogel because it’s supposed to stay on better); “It’s the best”, he says. Thank goodness we did, because we had it on hand when we got the phone call about Rusty, again. I love the horse to death, but really...again! We (and by we I mean my husband) went up to Rusty to examine the damage, seeing that there is quite a bit of swelling, and the skin is peeled back pretty far. The wound has clearly been there all day, because the skin is already starting to curl under. After discussing our options, he had ruled out the vet (our pocket book had a part in that conversation), but we decided to try the Vetericyn the doc had recommended last time. I went to get the bottle out of the truck (that’s my part of the examination...getting things), and Dan generously sprayed the wound, along with the area around it (just for good measure.) Our biggest concern was the swelling it had caused.

The next morning Dan went to do chores, caught Rusty, and was amazed how much the swelling had decreased! He applied the spray to the wound and surrounding area again, and that evening we did chores together. I couldn’t believe my eyes!!! After one day of applying the Vetericyn (only twice a day), the swelling had decreased by at least half its size, and the wound was healing up very nicely....all this magic in the little blue bottle. After 3 days, it had started to scab over, and the swelling had subsided! Totally worth every penny, and couldn’t be any happier with our success. It’s amazing... the power of the little blue bottle!

I’d love to hear your success stories too! Tell me how amazing it worked for you, and any tricks you have for using it. Rhonda

Effective Wound Sprays for All Your Furry Friends

I often get the question “What is your most popular product?” or “Have you had feedback on what works?” I usually do get feedback, and when it comes to wound sprays, people have commented to me especially about several great products. I’ve listed them according to their unique properties so you can choose what you need.

The first is called Alushield and it basically works by covering the wound with an aluminum powder coating that protects it from flies and dirt so that it can keep from infection and the hair can grow back. The testimonials say that it appears to sting on an open wound, but it allows quick healing.

The second product is called Granulex. I have received numerous glowing comments on this product. It works by assisting “healing by facilitating the removal of necrotic tissue, exudate, and organic debris,” according to the manufacturer. I noticed it contains a special enzyme that is a digestive sort of enzyme that they were able to liquify and put into a spray application. Of course, people use it for abrasions and minor cuts, but it can be used for serious and life-threatening wounds as well. The testimonials regarding this product are very impressive. Several have used it for deep, to-the-bone wounds, and couple it with hydrotherapy. It has literally saved horses’ lives, and has had “drastic results” in healing. You can read the testimonials yourself by putting in the item number in the search word box, and then pulling up the testimonials right above the “Additional Information Links” banner. Ingredients on our products can also be found there under the “Manufacturer’s Label” tab.

Micro-Tek Medicated Spray is a best-seller antimicrobial that works really well on rain rot and scratches. With a 32 oz. bottle, and 24 hour coverage, it is a good once-a-day healer. It also comes in a shampoo.

Lavender Cleansing Spray is the all natural, good-smelling astringent that one testimonial said helped a wound scab over that previously wouldn’t.

Scarlex is a germicide that many people use as well. It claims to relieve itching as well.

Tea-Pro Equine Wound Spray is a natural healer that’s non-greasy and can even be used in the mouth for bit or teeth problems, as well as any skin issues.

Finally I would mention Gall Salve. This is for a specialized sore spot that a cinch can constantly irritate. Several people have told me that it is a great healer, and they won’t do without it. You can use it on a scab as well, until it drops off and you can put it directly on the new skin. The 5 oz. jar lasts a good, long time. Testimonials on this product on our website say that it is helpful for scratches and even worked on a wart that a vet said would be difficult to treat conventionally. So don’t let a wound rob your horse or pet of its comfort and health. Treat it with one of these healing helpers for your animal’s unique need! Ellen

Scrub A Dub Dub

How is it possible that even though we haven’t had any rain for weeks, my baby Bella still manages to get disgustingly dirty? I am a clean freak myself; everything has its place and when you are done with it, clean it up and put it back...EXACTLY where you got it (my husband will tell you I’m just like my mother). Every chance I get, I am down at the barn combing her mane and tail and brushing the dirt out of her coat. But there is nothing that beats a good sudsy soak. When it’s warm (correction hot) outside, you don’t want to go up and give your horse a bath in the hot sun. The horse can go into shock from the cold water on their skin. It’d be like you being outside in the heat and sun all day, and going off the high dive into a pool full of ice water.

I like to take Bella to a cool, shaded area under the trees for some relief. I let her eat some grass and chill out in the shade for a bit before I give her the suds. Brushing the excess dirt and chunks of mud out of her mane, tail, and body beforehand allows the wash to be easier and gets the horse cleaner. Just like a car, rinse off the whole body with water straight from the hose or you can use a water wand, and then go back and shampoo. I like to use Mane ‘N Tail & Body Shampoo in conjunction with the Roma Two Sided Massage Jelly Scrub. After a good sudsy soak, rinse the soap off the horse. I like to have Bella air dry. While drying, spray the mane and tail with a good detangler, my fav is Mane ‘N Tail Detangler. Spray directly on the mane and tail then work the product through with your fingers, and then brush the entire mane and tail.

Now for me, I like to braid Bella’s mane when I’m all done just to make the look complete. And VOILA! I now have a good clean horse...that is, until I put her back in the lot and she rolls in the dirt! Rhonda

Baby It’s Cold Outside?

The classic song "Baby it’s Cold Outside" provides no relief for the farmers and ranchers in these hot summer days. They say if you think about being cold, then you will not be as warm, but if you ask me, that’s a bunch of malarkey! I think about being cold, and I just get upset because I’m so stinkin’ hot!

Today it’s very warm outside, with the temperature 103, and the heat index at 106. When it gets to be this warm it is not only dangerous for the rider on the horse, it becomes very dangerous for the horse as well. Even if the horse isn’t being ridden, it’s important that they still stay cool, no matter if they are being penned up or turned out. A Kool Coat Sheet is a great way to help your horse stay cool and clean (it’s a great alternative for rolling around in the dirt). Not only will it keep the horse cooler, but also helps with fly control.

If you do ride your horse in warmer temperatures, it’s important to help the horse cool down after the intense ride. Ice Cells are the perfect fix! Keep them in the freezer and when the ride is over slip them right into the SMB II’s.

If all else fails, and you just can’t beat the heat, jump on in the pool or pond and let your trusty sidekick take a dip with ya! Rhonda