Earl Gaughan, DVM, Dipl. ACVS

Earl Gaughan, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, is an equine technical services veterinarian with Merck Animal Health. He graduated from the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine and completed a residency in large animal surgery at Cornell University. Gaughan is a board-certified surgeon and has been in private equine practice in Maryland and Colorado. Additionally, he’s served as professor of equine surgery at Kansas State University, Auburn University, and the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. He has been active in the leadership of the North American Veterinary Conference and the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Gaughan is an equine technical services veterinarian for Merck Animal Health.

Articles by: Earl Gaughan, DVM, Dipl. ACVS

What are ‘Wolf Teeth’ in Horses?

Find out what wolf teeth are and why you need to be on the lookout for them in young horses. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Young Horses Q&A audio event.

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How Often Do Young Horses Need Hoof Care?

Dr. Earl Gaughan answers a question about how often young horses need hoof care and when or if they need shoes. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Young Horses Q&A audio event.

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Equine Life Stages: Young Horses

A horse’s early years are crucial to his development and future potential. Learn how to get your young horse off to a great start in life during this live event.

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Youngsters Don’t Have it Easy

Give your youngster a strong start to a lifetime of health with information from this in-depth special report about horses age 1 to 3 years old. Learn about deworming, dental care, bone disease, hoof care, and more.

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