Horse-health-problem risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
There are an estimated six million equines in the United States. In some states, the horse industry is a multi-billion-dollar business, contributing substantially to the state and local tax base, as well as providing employment, entertainment,
Colic is an equine problem familiar to all people who work with horses. Many colics are simply gas colics and can resolve themselves quickly with little or no intervention. In some cases, the home remedy of walking the horse or loading the horse
The treatment of choice for horses with malignant or benign tumors has been radical surgery to remove all of the cancerous tumor. However, in many cases, even radical surgery would not prevent recurrence of the tumor.
Owners, beware. THE NUMBER ONE KILLER OF HORSES IS COLIC! But it’s not a disease. It is not an immediate accident. And, unfortunately, it is not thoroughly understood.
It can, however, become life threatening in a relatively
What are the best things to do to prevent pneumonia and other problems from happening in the first place?
My mare suffered a dystocia and the foal had to be taken to a local veterinary hospital for care. The veterinarian termed him a dummy foal, but said his chances of being a normal adult were very good. What can you tell me about a dummy foal?
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