By Brian S. Burks, DVM Diplomate, ABVP Board Certified Equine Specialist Fox Run Equine Center Laminitis often results in a great deal of damage to the soft tissue structures of the foot, notably the lamellae and the vascular system. The blood flow becomes compromised, leading to a loss of nutrition to the foot; damaged […]
Continue reading …Equine Guelph Talks Ulcers This February During Colic Prevention Education Month
February 3, 2023 Comments Off on Equine Guelph Talks Ulcers This February During Colic Prevention Education Month
Equine Gelph Each February, Equine Guelph declares the month as Colic Prevention Education Month. The number one killer of horses, colic is a topic every horse owner wants to stay current on. Equine Guelph provides many ways for horse care takers to do just that with the Colic Risk Rater (www.TheHorsePortal.ca/ColicTool), a highly popular, free, online healthcare […]
Continue reading …Pros and Cons of Using Haynets: New Information
February 2, 2023 Comments Off on Pros and Cons of Using Haynets: New Information
Kentucky Equine Research For every good reason to manage a horse in a particular fashion there seems to be an equally compelling argument to not take that approach. Take haynets, for example. Haynets can be beneficial in some management scenarios, yet a new study suggests they may increase a horse’s risk of neck or back injury.* Benefits […]
Continue reading …Leslie Hellman of Hellman Therapeutics: Powered by Hands
January 29, 2023 Comments Off on Leslie Hellman of Hellman Therapeutics: Powered by Hands
By Delores Kuhlwein There’s a meme that gets passed around social media every so often and it brings plenty of laughs, mostly because of the ring of truthfulness. People: Aren’t horses expensive? Me: As long as you don’t spend on luxury items like such as food or basic health care, it’s fine. It’s oh-so […]
Continue reading …Is It Normal For Your Horse to Cough at the Start of Exercise?
January 27, 2023 Comments Off on Is It Normal For Your Horse to Cough at the Start of Exercise?
AAEP If your horse has a cough that persists into exercise or is heard while your equine friend is at rest in the barn, be sure to talk to your veterinarian about evaluating your horse for respiratory disease. It could be a problem with the upper airway (the nasal passages and throat) or the lower […]
Continue reading …Zoetis Donates to Decade One to Promote the Retention of Equine Veterinarians
January 26, 2023 Comments Off on Zoetis Donates to Decade One to Promote the Retention of Equine Veterinarians
Zoetis A portion of Dormosedan® (detomidine hydrochloride) sales were donated to Decade One mentorship groups to support the long-term sustainability of careers in equine veterinary medicine PARSIPPANY, N.J. (January 25, 2023)—As part of Zoetis Equine’s hallmark Long Live the Horse commitment to horses and their caregivers, the company donated $25,000 to Decade One to advocate for sustainable career opportunities in equine veterinary […]
Continue reading …Optimize Your Horse’s Booster Vaccines
January 24, 2023 Comments Off on Optimize Your Horse’s Booster Vaccines
Kentucky Equine Research For some diseases, silent shedders represent a significant source of transmission and environmental contamination. Outbreaks of respiratory disease at equine gatherings result in devastating consequences, including prolonged lockdowns or quarantines and hefty veterinary bills. While strict biosecurity measures are widely recommended, some viruses and bacteria that cause respiratory tract infections slip through the cracks. […]
Continue reading …Horses Prefer Warm Drinking Water
January 20, 2023 Comments Off on Horses Prefer Warm Drinking Water
AAEP On average, horses drink 7-10 gallons of water a day and this remains as important in cold weather as it is in the summer because reduced water intake can lead to gastrointestinal problems such as the dreaded impaction colic. Studies demonstrate that horses will drink more if provided access to heated water and that […]
Continue reading …Rutgers Virtual Horse Management Seminars – 2023 Nutrition Edition
January 19, 2023 Comments Off on Rutgers Virtual Horse Management Seminars – 2023 Nutrition Edition
By Delores Kuhlwein Feed alfalfa or don’t feed alfalfa? Do ulcer supplements work? Ask a dozen horse owners for feeding advice, and it’s likely you’ll get a dozen different answers! While feeding programs can become personalized based on a horseman’s experience, hearing from the experts is always a good idea. Enter the Equine Science Center […]
Continue reading …Do You Know How to Spot Colic In Horses?
January 17, 2023 Comments Off on Do You Know How to Spot Colic In Horses?
AAEP Colic is not a disease; it is merely a symptom of disease. Specifically, colic indicates a painful problem in the horse’s abdomen (belly), which can be caused by a number of different conditions. Less than 10% of all colic cases are severe enough to require surgery or cause the death of the horse; nevertheless, […]
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