Benjamin K. Espy, DVM, DACT
Dr. Espy is an original founder of SNIPSA that received his DVM from Texas A&M University in 1996 and completed a residency in Theriogenology in 2002 from Hagyard Davidson McGee, Lexington, KY – the oldest equine veterinary hospital in the world. He is now an ambulatory veterinarian in San Antonio and the surrounding area specializing in sports medicine and equine reproduction. He is also licensed to practice acupuncture and uses this form of alternative therapy to complement traditional western medicine.
Dr. Espy is active on many professional boards and currently serves as an animal care consultant for the PRCA, an editor for the Horse Magazine, reviews journal articles for the Educational Programs Committee, and serves on the Ethics and Grievance Committee for the Texas State Board. He has been the head veterinarian for San Antonio’s Stock Show and Rodeo for the past 22 years.
When not crawling underneath horses, Dr. Espy assists SNIPSA performing countless surgeries at their Big Fix clinics, helping with various medical procedures for wayward animals, and supports his wife of 26 years and their four children.
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Thanks to you, we’ve accomplished a lot in 2023 so far…but there are still animals that need our help! 💙
Your #GivingTuesday dollars result in adoption events to rehome animals in our care. They pay for proper vetting of all animals that come through our program, from simple matters of fleas and ticks to broken bones that result in costly surgeries. They support our bi-annual Big Fix clinics that spay, neuter, microchip and vaccinate almost 1,000 animals a year. And that`s just the half of it. 🐈⬛✂️🐩🐾✨
Click the link in our bio to help us out! Every donation makes a difference. 🙏
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Since 2006, SNIPSA`s goal has been simple: to find grassroots solutions for grassroots problems. 🐾 By providing rescue, adoption, and offering low-cost spay/neuter options, we are able to connect with our community and enrich the lives of our pet population. 🐈❤️🐕
When you support SNIPSA during #GivingTuesday, you directly fund this goal. Click the link in our bio to GIVE. 🤲
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Check out that big, bright smile! Isn’t it simply magical? 💫 Meet Wendy, the most darling girl we know. This young lady was brought to us from Atascosa Animal Allies and has since been searching for her forever family. Read up on the pros and cons of adopting her before bringing her to Neverland.
Pros:
✨ Gentle giant who befriends everyone
✨ Potty trained/crate trained
✨ Loves outdoor adventures
✨ Loyal with an XL heart
Cons:
✨ Will DEMAND belly rubs all day long
✨ Long hair = extra vacuuming
✨ Will always be prettier than you 😉
✨ Can be lazyyy!
As a Great Pyrenees mix, Wendy’s easygoing nature is sure to make her a wonderful addition to any home. If you’re looking for the perfect pup to fly away with, apply to meet her! 🧚
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Thank you all for your name suggestions, support on social media and most importantly, your donations! 😍 Little boy is feeling so much better today after his treatment — bouncing around with his toys, whining to play with the other dogs and seeking all the love from our office staff. He has to “quarantine” for just a little while longer, and then he’s HOME FREE! ✨
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LADY UPDATE ❤️🎄This strong girl is doing well post-op! She was able to get in some R&R this weekend and sported a festive new bandage, courtesy of our creative vet techs. Continued prayers for our beloved Lady as she heals and begins her search for a new home! 🐾🎁
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Check out this thankful little turkey! 🙏❤️🩹 Pulled from death row last week, this sweet, hairless boy hasn’t experienced a loving touch in a while. Mange mites, one eye crusted shut, overgrown nails…let’s work together to get him spruced up for the holidays. Please consider saving a few Black Friday dollars to sponsor this pup and help find him a home. 🏡 This doggo also needs a NAME, so let us know your suggestions in the comments!
(Visit our Facebook page @ SNIPSA Inc. or click the Venmo link in our bio to donate.)
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Today, we are so incredibly thankful for all of YOU. 🥰 Our fosters, volunteers, adopters, donors, staff and supporters all come together year-round to make a difference in the lives of animals in San Antonio. Oh, and let’s not forget the office cat! 🐾
Happy Thanksgiving, SNIPSA peeps! We’ll see you on Monday. 🦃🍂👋
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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we want to give a shoutout to our cherished friends at @karask9retreat! 🎾🐶🐾🦴
Kara’s K9 has fostered many SNIPSA dogs over the past several months—Chiquita, Chance, Giraffe, Rambler, Kyro, Jack, Doodle…just to name a few. Their cage-free environment offers a unique doggy daycare experience and allows our rescues a chance to get their wiggles out! Our pups are able to socialize and come into their own in a structured, fun space. Kara’s has done such a phenomenal job that some previous SNIPSA dogs are now regulars at their daycare facility.
Thank you, Kara’s K9, for all you do for us! 👏💖
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Of course in the midst of the Holiday, animals don’t cease to become ill. 🤔 Poor Lady girl was surrendered to an area shelter with a large ulcerated mass on her neck. Little did we know that she also had a large invasive mass on her spleen. ❤️🩹 With the help of a beloved and special veterinarian, Lady received surgery late yesterday to remove the tumors. We are awaiting histopath results but aren’t overly encouraged. She is still spry, eating and a tail wagging. That’s simply the beauty of our pets, they never seem to know what’s wrong and handle adversity like champions. Please consider donating to her care through the link in our bio. We do our best to provide the very best! 🦮🐕🦺🐩
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Hey! Stop Scrolling and notice me, please! 🙏🐾
Are you looking for someone that’s really willing to stick with you through thick and thin? Someone who will be RIGHT by your side no matter what? 👯♀️ Seriously, I will follow you to the bathroom just to make sure you don’t miss me too much while you’re in there. Moe is the name and don’t you forget it! I’m really glad that I caught your attention ‘cause that’s really my main mission in life – being the center of attention 24/7. No matter who I’m with, I’m quick to become their new bestie. You’ll notice from the variety in my photos that I also LOVE new outfits, so don’t you worry about me ever putting up a fight to dress up. If you love to travel, my small size makes me the perfect companion to tag-a-long wherever you go. Not to mention I would be ecstatic to join in on all of your adventures. If that’s not enough to convince you, I took the liberty of creating a pros and cons list on adopting me:
Pros:
-Cute
-Perfect travel size
-Can keep your lap warm
-Potty & crate trained
Cons:
-Sometimes I have to sleep, so I won’t be able to give you attention ALL the time 🙁
-Pointy nose might poke you when I give you kisses 👃🏾
You’ll notice that my pros outweigh my cons, so if you haven’t yet then what are you waiting for?! Submit an application and take me home!🏡🐶❤️🌈
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