Hayden Acres

🌞🐴🎉 SUMMER CAMP AT THE FARM IS BACKKKK!! 🐔🐮🌼

If your kids have energy… we have a plan 😏💥
Send them to Hayden Acres for a few days of fresh air, farm life & controlled chaos (the good kind 😂)
🐾 What they’ll be up to:
🐎 Riding horses (yep… REAL ones 😎)
🐐 Hanging with goats
🐖 Meeting pigs & all the farm crew
🐓 Chickens, emus, donkeys & more!
💦 Water games to stay cool (aka: they will get soaked 😂)
🎨 Crafts + games + learning without realizing they’re learning 🤯
👉 Translation:
They’ll come home tired, dirty, happy… and asking to go back 🤠💛

📅 Camp Sessions (Mon–Wed):
✨ June 8–10
✨ June 22–24
✨ July 6–8
✨ July 13–15
👉 Do 1 day… or go all in for all 3 days!
💲 Pricing:
$75/day or $210 for all 3 days

🌸 $50 deposit locks it in!
📍 San Tan Valley
📍 Near Ironwood & Ocotillo
Ages 4+ and must be bathroom independent .
⚠️ Spots go FAST every year (seriously… don’t wait 👀)
📲 Sign up here before your neighbor beats you to it:
https://form.svhrt.com/69d885481fdb9c954f4d67cf

🐴💛 Best summer ever loading…
Side effects may include:
✔️ Muddy shoes
✔️ Big smiles
✔️ Sudden requests for a pet goat 🐐😆

‼️URGENT & IMPORTANT‼️
Hello everyone,
While we dont take our horses to events, and don't have people haul horses on site, we are taking this very seriously.
If you go to other barns or facilities, we ask that you please wash your hands thoroughly, change your clothing before coming, and to lysol/bleach your footwear or wear a designated pair for here. This strain of EHV has proven to be lethal in many cases, so we want to make sure we are taking every precaution possible ( even though there is not confirmed cases anywhere near us).
Thank you for your understanding. We appreciate you all. Please reach out to us if you have any questions.

🚨 IMPORTANT HEALTH ALERT FOR ARIZONA HORSE OWNERS 🚨
Desert Mountain Equine is closely monitoring reports of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) cases confirmed in Texas and linked to recent multi-state horse events. We want our clients and community to stay proactive and prepared.

Your horse’s safety is always our priority, and staying ahead of potential outbreaks makes a world of difference.
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📌 What is EHV-1 and why does it matter?

EHV-1 is a contagious virus that can cause:
• Respiratory illness
• Abortion in pregnant mares
• Neurologic disease (Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy, EHM)

Neurologic cases can show: hind-end weakness, stumbling or incoordination, urine dribbling, and in severe cases, difficulty rising or inability to stand.
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✅ What You Can Do Right Now to Protect Your Horses

1. Take temperatures twice daily.
A fever (101.5°F / 38.6°C or higher) is often the very first red flag.

2. Isolate any horse with fever, nasal discharge, cough, or neurologic signs.
Call Desert Mountain Equine immediately if you notice anything concerning.

3. Separate horses returning from events or travel for at least 14 days.
Extend to 21–28 days if they were potentially exposed.

4. Strengthen barn biosecurity:
• No nose-to-nose contact
• Disinfect buckets, tack, trailers, and grooming equipment
• Wash hands between horses
• Use dedicated clothing/boots around sick, new, or recently traveled horses

5. Limit hauling or unnecessary travel during periods of heightened risk.

6. Stay current on vaccinations.
While vaccines cannot prevent the neurologic form, they do help reduce viral shedding and respiratory disease.
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🔍 Signs to Watch Closely For

• Fever
• Nasal discharge or cough
• Lethargy or decreased appetite
• Hind-end weakness or stumbling
• Tail tone changes or urine dribbling
• Pregnant mares aborting
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📅 If You Have an Upcoming Appointment at Desert Mountain Equine

Please reach out before your visit if your horse has:
• Recently attended events
• Traveled out of state
• Been exposed to a horse with fever, respiratory signs, or confirmed EHV-1

This helps us plan safe biosecurity measures and protects every horse on the property.
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Your vigilance is powerful. Our team is here 24/7 to support you with guidance, monitoring, testing, and care should concerns arise.
Stay aware, stay prepared, and as always — we’re here for you and your horses. 💙🐴