S. Aureus a Contributing Factor in Equine Pastern Dermatitis
Haylie Pfeffer
March 23, 2023
Equine pastern dermatitis is a potentially painful condition that can spread between horses if not treated properly.
Equine pastern dermatitis is a potentially painful condition that can spread between horses if not treated properly.
Boots and wraps might help prevent scratches, but only when used properly and with other management techniques.
Look for educational information about scratches in horses on TheHorse.com.
My horse is turned out to pasture for at least part of each day. Every winter he gets scratches. Is there anything I can do nutritionally that might help prevent this?
Allergy tests can help veterinarians identify possible allergens for inclusion in a horse’s immunotherapy program.
Learn how to control this rapidly progressive infection within the horse’s subcutaneous skin layer.
A veterinarian offers tips to keep horses with sensitive skin comfortable when clipped.
The guidelines can help veterinarians make a diagnosis, recognize clinical signs and risk factors, and provide treatment.
Stephen White, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, shares some lesser-known facts about equine dermatology.
Differentiating between ringworm and other skin conditions is important when determining treatment.
Lara Tomich, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, says reducing pine in the affected horse’s immediate environment is key to preventing allergies.
You’re unlikely to overbathe an allergy-prone horse with the correct treatments, says an equine dermatologist.
Lara Tomich, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, says more testing, environmental factors, and increased pollen counts could be to blame.
An overactive immune system, environmental factors, genetics, and exposure all contribute to equine allergies.
As tough as steamy summers can be on humans, they can be even harder on horses. Two veterinarians share tips on how to help your horse beat the heat this summer.
Learn to keep your allergy-prone horse comfortable in this archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Kinetic Vet.
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