What is Gastrogard?
Horses are prone to several health issues, one of which is gastric ulcers. Gastric ulcers are a painful condition that affects the stomach lining of horses, and it can …
Education
What’s the difference between PRP and Prostride?
Horse lameness is a common condition that can affect horses of all ages, breeds, and disciplines. It can be caused by a wide range of factors such as trauma, …
PRP vs Prostride vs IRAP
Horse lameness is a common problem among horse owners and trainers. It can affect horses of all ages and disciplines, and can be caused by a variety of factors …
Why soak your horses hay?
Hay is a primary source of nutrition for horses, providing them with the necessary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. However, hay can sometimes be high in sugar content, which can …
Equine Allergies
Will medication cure my horses’ allergies? Just like people, horses get allergies as well. Allergies can manifest in the skin, or lung disease known as equine asthma, or heaves. …
Why get a lameness evaluation by our team?
Lameness in horses can be difficult to diagnose, especially when the lameness is subtle, or located high in the limb. Often, our clients prefer to know the exact source …
Foreign Body in Hoof
Why shouldn’t you remove a nail from a horses’ hoof before calling the vet? Sarah Birkhold B.S, DVM A nail in the hoof of a horse can be a …
Alternatives for treating arthritis in older horses
Most geriatric horses will experience some form of pain from degenerative joint disease as they age. While there are many options available to manage arthritis in older horses, non-invasive …
Do EYE have a problem?
My horses’ eye is tearing, is this an emergency? Tearing is the first sign of a possible corneal ulcer which requires immediate treatment. Delaying treatment of an eye ulcer …
What is FES?
F.E.S. or Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is classified as a neuromuscular electrical stimulator. This means it stimulates the nerves required for muscle function (and the …