Mary Janson - Jarvis Insurance Agent

01/27/2023

As an Agent for C. Jarvis Insurance, we always hate getting that call or message from someone who's horse is in bad shape and is headed to the vets. In this case, the horse had to be put down. I know I'm with the right agency when I get messages like this:

Hi Mary, just wanted to let you know I got the insurance check from C Jarvis today. Much quicker than I anticipated. Thank you again!

Aside from the smooth payment process, I truly appreciated C. Jarvis the night of the colic -- from your assistance to Erin's, I felt the commitment and support from everyone involved to ensure the right decisions were made.

01/26/2023

Uugghh.... foot abscesses. We've all had to deal with them, and we all have our "home remedies" we've used for years. This is a very interesting article on the subject. Credit: thehorse.com
https://thehorse.com/198067/the-never-ending-hoof-abscess/?fbclid=IwAR0k2x5Y0ByFWAb3QJpHbfCMHlBIAQyYr6Wn52B7D8h9A_qh59iHq93STUE

Why do some hoof abscesses heal quickly while others linger? Why are some one-off occurrences while others keep coming back? We consulted two horse hoof experts to answer these questions and more.

10/21/2022

Interesting article on vetting and XRays. As the technology improves, we see more and more "things" on the xrays that may concern us, that we didn't see before. And as treatments/diagnostics improve, what was once a "run for the hills" xray, is no longer considered bad. What do you all think?

https://paulickreport.com/news/ray-s-paddock/confronting-the-boogeyman-on-auction-radiographs/?fbclid=IwAR2fNk3LPhPUeyyh6LqeN2csIzDbqSStkr4z3ZlUXJnwCW2QX_XeR1cQj7U

It's a story as old as radiography itself. An auction prospect comes to the sales grounds with a mild to moderate imperfection on its x-rays, potential buyers flee at the sight of a less-than-pristine vet report, the horse hammers for less than hoped-for, and then it goes on to become an elite runne...

05/07/2022

Summer - warm weather, flys, and itchy skin that won't heal. Here's an in depth article about "sweet itch" and how to deal with it. If you need coverage for your horse, your stable, or your riding program, please contact me. Thank you!

Here's what experts know about managing, treating, and preventing sweet itch in horses.

04/19/2022

Really good article on the Do's and Don'ts of colic. And this time of year, with the added stresses of showing, hauling, weaning, and dramatic weather changes, we could all use a refresher on this.

What should you do (or not do) if your horse shows signs of colic? And how do you prevent colic in the first place? Find out from our veterinary experts.

03/03/2022

We've all had easy keepers. And then there's the "not so easy keeper". This is an interesting article that highlights some of the more common reasons why your horse isn't keeping good weight on his body, as well as some out of the box thinking for helping with that nutritionally.

You might be relieved to have a horse who doesn’t have an obesity problem. Carrying less weight certainly has its advantages: less strain on joints, a faster

02/09/2022

Good, in depth article on the positive effects of exercise on young horses. Bone growth, cardiovascular and muscular changes are explored. It was interesting to me to read that 2 yr old race horses had a lower incidence of injury and death vs. those started as 3 yr olds. Of course, everything should be done carefully and strategically, letting the young horse's body adapt to the increased exercise load. Enjoy!

Learn how young horses' bodies adapt to exercise and how to prepare them for successful careers.

01/18/2022

Here is a very good article on dental care of our horses. Many good things to consider. Shout out to stablemanagement.com for the article!

https://stablemanagement.com/articles/dental-issues-in-older-horses

Dental or weight loss concerns can be managed in many horses with the help of a veterinarian and dedicated owners.

12/11/2021

Great article by Dr. Tom Lenz. I was blessed to have him as my vet back in the day in Kansas City. Cold weather impacts all of us, furry friends as well. Especially important is knowing that horses will not drink as much water when it's cold, so risk of colic increases.

And if you need coverage for your horses, or training business, contact me today!

The good news is that horses are inherently well equipped to handle practically anything that winter can dish out as long as they have a way to get out of the wind.

12/04/2021

We've all heard of strangles. It sends shivers down the spine of beginners and veterans alike. Here is a great article on Strangles, it's symptoms, and how to treat it.

By Written by Josie Traub-Dargatz, DVM, MS, DACVIMWhat is "strangles?" Strangles is a highly contagious disease of equids including horses, donkeys and ponies.  It is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus equi, often abbreviated Stre...

11/27/2021

As older horses age, we need to be more aware of how arthritis affects them. Did you know they can get arthritis in their necks? This is a good article on the subject. And if you need insurance on your horse, or have questions, please message me!

A common issue with older horses is stiffness and pain in various joints due to arthritis.

11/13/2021

Colic - we horse owners and lovers dread hearing that word. We've seen too many posts in the last few days about heart horses being lost. Do you know there are 7 different types of colic? Do you know what treatment works best for each one? Here is a really good article on the topic. And as always, if you have questions on insurance or need coverage, please contact me!

Colic in Horses: Types, Symptoms and Treatment