Don’t Ignore Equine Melanoma
Skin tumors in horses are typically one of three types—sarcoids, squamous-cell carcinoma and melanoma. Melanoma is the third most common form of skin cancer [...]
Does Fluoride Harm Horses?
Fluoride is an important element for developing strong teeth in humans. But have you ever wondered if your horse needs fluoride or if it [...]
Developmental Orthopedic Diseases in Horses
There are several Developmental Orthopedic Diseases (DOD) that can affect a young horse. DOD can have serious implications for growth and performance. A young [...]
The Potential Side Effects of Do-It-Yourself Horse Vaccines
The cost savings of giving your horse’s vaccines yourself can be appealing. There’s no call fee and the vaccines can be purchased direct at [...]
Tips for Hand-walking Horses on Stall Rest
Rehabilitation of many injuries can take many months and typically requires stall rest. In a lot of cases, a horse that has been confined [...]
Vital Signs in a Healthy Horse
If you don’t know what your horse’s vital signs are when he’s healthy, it can be difficult to tell when he is off. Establishing [...]
When Equine Leg Wounds Need Stitches
Sometimes cleaning and bandaging a gash or wound on a horse’s leg is enough to stop the flow of blood. Other times, stiches are [...]
When Should You Use Shipping Wraps for Your Horse
Shipping wraps do protect your horse’s legs from injury while in the trailer. But they’re not always needed and can sometimes cause more harm [...]
Which vaccines does your horse need?
Vaccines are the first line of defense against the spread of disease. They are not a guarantee your horse won’t get sick, but they [...]
Wound Care for Horses
You walk into the barn and instantly notice your horse has been hurt. It’s important to assess the situation to determine how severe the [...]