How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Although laparoscopic castration reduces the risk of problems (such as edema and infection) after surgery and allows for a shorter recovery time, testosterone production and stallionlike behavior persist in some horses following the procedure.
I bought a 7-year-old Arabian mare that was supposed to be good for the veterinarian, farrier, etc. Not! She is very difficult to give shots to. Do you have any tips on how to get her to accept shots better?
Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO, once known as chronic obstructive pulmonary dysfunction, or COPD) can stop an otherwise healthy athletic horse in his tracks. Learn how to help a horse suffering from heaves in this live event.
By maintaining a clean facility, instituting several simple biosecurity precautions, and regularly disinfecting your barns and stalls, you will be better able to prevent and control disease on your farm.
Dr. Earl Gaughan addresses rapid growth in young horses and the related potential for joint issues such as OCD. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Young Horses Q&A audio event.
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.
Dr. Earl Gaughan explains the attention a young horse’s teeth need and why dental care is important. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Young Horses Q&A audio event.
What is your opinion on using tranquilizers to calm a horse down so you can ride it? I’m thinking of our son’s mare who is a little too hot at this time of the year.
Veterinarians should consider several important issues when using or prescribing compounded products.
Deworming guidelines have changed in recent years. Find out what’s best for young horses. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Young Horses Q&A audio event.
Knowing the production potential and limitations of the soil under your farm is key to reducing feeding costs when managing horses and being a good land steward.
Blood testing can provide important information, but it almost always needs to be interpreted relative to the clinical examination findings, history, and additional testing in order to arrive at an accurate diagnosis of the problem.
My 12-year-old Standardbred mare has developed an unusual sweat pattern. Occasionally, she will limp on the leg closest to the sweat patch but there is no swelling or heat associated with the area. What could cause this issue?
These harmful toxins produced by molds and fungi could be lurking in your horse’s feed and forage.
Learn how to evaluate your horse’s body condition score and how the skill could help his health in the long run.
It’s in everyone’s best interest if you can medicate a horse without getting into a fight. Here are some tips and tricks to make medicating easier.
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