Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc

Stacey Oke, MSc, DVM, is a practicing veterinarian and freelance medical writer and editor. She is interested in both large and small animals, as well as complementary and alternative medicine. Since 2005, she’s worked as a research consultant for nutritional supplement companies, assisted physicians and veterinarians in publishing research articles and textbooks, and written for a number of educational magazines and websites.

Articles by: Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc

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Hernias: Case by Case

Read about both classic and unusual hernia cases veterinarians encounter, why they occur, how to treat them, and their prognoses.

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Young Horse Health Threats

Protect your foal from three important causes of young horse illness: Rhodococcus equi, equine proliferative enteropathy, and adrenal insufficiency.

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Omega Fatty Acids

Dr. Stacey Oke explains what omega fatty acids are and how they play a role in the horse’s diet.

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Hair Coat Conundrums

Hair Coat Conundrums

Each of your horse’s hairs speaks volumes about his overall health, nutrition status, and genetic makeup.

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Hay Soaking

Learn about the possible health benefits of soaking hay from The Horse contributor Dr. Stacey Oke.

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