Fox Run Equine Center By Brian S. Burks, DVM, Diplomate, ABVP, Board Certified Equine Specialist You would not have your oral cavity and teeth examined by an unlicensed individual, nor would you take your dog and cat to anyone but a veterinarian. Rather, you would seek out someone who received undergraduate education, followed by professional […]
Continue reading …AAEP This time of the year sees a lot of traveling horses, either for pleasure or for business/competition. Most horse owners know that a negative Coggins test is a document required to be able to transport their animals across state lines and enter them in a competitive event (or even board at someone’s barn); if, […]
Continue reading …By Brian S. Burks, DVM, Diplomate, ABVP, Board Certified Equine Specialist Fox Run Equine Center Every horse owner should know how to take vital signs. This can help the veterinarian determine the severity your horse’s condition. Noticing that your horse is not feeling its best- off feed, depressed, has colic, etc.- is the […]
Continue reading …Kentucky Equine Research Do you want to know more about the effects of spring grass on your horse’s gastrointestinal tract? Watch this webinar! Titled “Healthy Spring Grazing,” the webinar is led by Katie Young, Ph.D., an equine nutritionist with a wide range of experience in the field of nutrition, including time spent in academia, industry, […]
Continue reading …AAEP Stress, strain or injury can take a toll on any horse, even one with no obvious conformation defects. When lameness occurs, you should contact your veterinarian promptly. A prompt examination can save you time, money and frustration by diagnosing and treating the problem immediately, possibly preventing further damage. The goal of such early examinations […]
Continue reading …SoCal Equine Hospital March 2023 SoCal Equine Hospital (Norco, CA), known for its high level of care, has increased patient welfare further with the recent installation of an equine weight-bearing, standing CT (Computed Tomography) scanner. SoCal Equine Hospital is excited to add the innovative Asto CT Equina® scanner to their advanced diagnostic imaging services, providing […]
Continue reading …Equine Science Update Researchers at the University of Bristol have discovered the reason why horseflies tend to avoid attacking individuals with stripes, as opposed to those with big, solid dark patches. Their findings show that stark black-and-white contrasts and small dark patches are particularly effective in preventing horsefly attack. Specifically, these features eliminate the outline […]
Continue reading …Equine Guelph Planning on getting hitched in 2023? Equine Guelph is rolling out a brand-new online course March 6 – 20 on TheHorsePortal.ca – Horse Trailer Safety (Part One). “WAY too many private horse owners tell me ‘they didn’t know’ after an incident with their horses and trailer/transport. Hauling horses is a serious responsibility,” says Dr. Rebecca […]
Continue reading …Equine Navicular Disease (Podotrochleosis) By Brian S. Burks, DVM, Diplomate, ABVP, Board Certified Equine Specialist Fox Run Equine Center Problems with the navicular bone are relatively common but are often treatable when found early. Navicular disease is a chronic, primarily forelimb lameness associated with pain from the distal sesamoid bone. Advanced navicular disease is associated […]
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