Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis, or EOTRH, is a painful, progressive, dental disease affecting the incisors (and less frequently, the canines) in older horses. As the name suggests, EOTRH is characterized by the gradual resorption of internal and external … Continue reading
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Choke, or more appropriately termed “esophageal choke” or “esophageal obstruction,” is something that can occur in any age of horse. It can be quite a dramatic and frightening scene, so here a few things you should know! When it comes … Continue reading
Cellulitis is characterized by inflammation and infection within the skin and connective tissue. It usually results from a wound that allows bacteria to penetrate the protective barrier of the skin surface and become seeded within the subcutaneous tissues. Often the … Continue reading
Whether you’re spending the winter in the snowy north or sunny south, the weather may pose a few challenges for keeping your horse’s skin healthy. Wet winter conditions paired with heavy blanketing may provide the perfect environment for skin issues … Continue reading
In this article, you’ll find our veterinarians’ Top 10 Bio-security tips for helping to keep contagious diseases out of your barn and away from your horse! Plan: Work with your veterinarian to develop a comprehensive bio-security plan for your farm. … Continue reading
Recent studies have shown that up to 90 percent of racehorses and 60 percent of show horses are affected by gastric ulcers. Exposure of some portions of the stomach lining to normal stomach acids for prolonged periods of time causes … Continue reading
The concern over the increasing resistance of parasites to our available dewormers remains high for expert parasitologists. When we discuss deworming, the “one-size fits all” analogy has become extremely inappropriate and we must look at management factors to determine the … Continue reading
There are many potential causes of fever, from normal physiologic events such as exercise to infectious agents. Two big causes seen in our area in the fall, however, are Anaplasmosis and Potomac Horse Fever. Anaplasmosis is caused by a gram … Continue reading
As winter approaches, it is time to start preparing for the 2016 breeding season! During the fall and winter, the length of daylight shortens. This shortened photoperiod causes hormonal changes in your mare that signals her to enter into a … Continue reading
Summer is in full swing! While this season is one of our favorites for horse-related activities, the heat can take a toll on our equine friends. We’ve put together some tips to help you beat the heat while riding this … Continue reading