Checking Your Horse’s Manure for Sand
Equus
September 7, 2022
Sand accumulation in a horse’s gastric system is cause for concern; this method can help you detect it.
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Sand accumulation in a horse’s gastric system is cause for concern; this method can help you detect it.
Identifying lameness early is key to preventing long-term damage.
Will a senior diet negatively affect a young horse? Two equine nutritionists agree it likely won’t.
Learn about preventing and managing equine osteoarthritis in our visual guide.
Dr. Carrie Shaffer of the University of Kentucky describes how in vitro models will help us better understand how we can prevent and fight disease in horses.
Finding a boarding facility that can accommodate senior horses’ needs can be tricky, but these tips from Drs. Kelly Vineyard and Shannon Pratt-Phillips can help.
These tips can provide an interim solution to dealing with a loose shoe while you wait for the farrier.
A veterinarian evaluates a horse’s soundness using flexion tests.
Typically, grass has less sugar overnight and in the early morning than during the day.
Start by analyzing what your horse is eating when evaluating whether you’re meeting his nutritional goals.
A veterinarian explains the process of using poultice and wrapping a hoof.
Addressing hoof abscesses early can help horses have the best outcome.
Learn about feeding your senior horse in this archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Purina.
Learn how to give your horse oral medications safely.
Luke Bass, DVM, MS, Dipl. ABVP, explains how various restraint options work best.
Lara Tomich, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, says reducing pine in the affected horse’s immediate environment is key to preventing allergies.
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