Hoof Abscesses: Does Epsom Salt Really Help?
A veterinarian considers if Epsom salts and poultices really help draw out hoof abscesses.
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Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS, was a professional farrier for 10 years prior to obtaining his degree in veterinary medicine. He learned farriery through a formal apprenticeship under Hall of Fame farrier Joseph M. Pierce of West Chester, Penn. After graduating from veterinary school, O'Grady did an internship in Capetown, South Africa. Then he joined Dan Flynn, VMD, at Georgetown Equine Hospital in Charlottesville, Va., as an associate for five years. Since that time, he has operated a private practice in Virginia and South Africa, with a large portion of the practice devoted to equine podiatry. He has published numerous articles and lectured extensively on equine foot problems. His web site is www.equipodiatry.com.""tephen E. O'Grady
Posted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Feb 24, 2015 | Abscesses, Article, Diagnosing Hoof Lameness, Hoof Care
A veterinarian considers if Epsom salts and poultices really help draw out hoof abscesses.
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Jan 28, 2010 | Foal Care, Free Report, Hoof Care, Hoof Problems
Dr. Stephen O’Grady addresses a reader’s question about a foal with a recently developed club foot.
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Jan 1, 2010 | Article
The owner of a Quarter Horse foal with an early club foot asks for information on farrier/hoof trimming strategies and the possibility of surgery.
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | May 18, 2009 | AAEP Convention, Article, Shoeing
Equine practitioners are often asked for their opinion and input because owners often read or are told that having a horse barefoot is far superior to having him shod and that it’s the only acceptable method of hoof care.
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Jun 18, 2007 | Article, Shoeing
I am often asked about leaving horses barefoot. I must say from the onset that I favor horses being maintained without shoes when possible. Whether or not it is feasible for a horse to go without shoes will depend on the owner’s situation and
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Apr 21, 2007 | Article, Farrier Issues, Laminitis (Founder), Shoeing
Acute and chronic laminitis is a frustrating and often disheartening condition to manage. Having had the opportunity to observe, treat and shoe laminitic horses for over 30 years, I have a unique prospective into this disease.
The biggest
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Apr 14, 2007 | Article, Farrier Issues, Hoof Balance
One veterinarian describes the causes of and a traditional treatment method for underrun heels.
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Sep 1, 2006 | Article, Hoof Care, Puncture Wounds
I noticed my farrier put two nails in too high. She won’t put weight on it. How long until it heals?
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Apr 5, 2006 | Article, Biosecurity, Hoof Care, Hoof Cracks
A successful quarter crack repair should be simple, strong, safe to apply, and durable.
Read MorePosted by Stephen E. O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS | Apr 1, 2006 | Article, Hoof Balance, Lower Limb, Shoeing
An owner looks for help for a filly that wears down her feet unevenly with turned-out toes.
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