Wellness
Once thought to be quite rare, Equine Degenerative Myeloencephalopathy (EDM) is a neurodegenerative disorder that has become increasingly recognized. As time goes on and continues to be difficult to identify as its clinical signs often resemble other neurologic disorders such as cervical vertebral compressive myelopathy, equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), and […]
Posted on November 21, 2023
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Trust me , I know a lot about farriers! Having owned horses, and many ponies all my life I have dealt with plenty of issues. I have made multiple trips to Rood and Riddle, in Lexington, Kentucky where I saw my little rescued shetland get the same treatment as an […]
Posted on October 9, 2023
Richard III’s Shakespearean battlefield cry, “A horse, a horse. My kingdom for a horse,” has come to describe that one essential thing in a given situation. Fresh, circulating air is the essential veterinarians urge when planning barn upgrades that most affect our horse’s health and well-being. Designs and management strategies […]
Posted on October 6, 2023
Consistent equine dental exams are important for the health of a horse’s mouth as well as the rest of their body. The goals of equine dentistry may appear straightforward, but they include a complex system of evaluations that in turn affect the entire well-being of a horse. At its core, […]
Posted on September 20, 2023
The makers of Vita Flex® Pro announced the release of their new, highly anticipated Daily Gastric Care. The Daily Gastric Care is an ideal complement to Vita Flex’s trusted product lineup, which includes Lactanase®, Recovery, Master’s Hoof Blend™, Accel® Lifetime and the Equinyl™ Joint line, among others. Vita Flex® products […]
Posted on August 17, 2023
Nominations for the 2023 class will be accepted from the public until July 31, 2023. International Equine Veterinarian Hall of Fame Established in 1997, the International Equine Veterinarian Hall of Fame honors veterinarians who have contributed to the knowledge and recognition of proper hoof care for horses. Veterinarians are nominated […]
Posted on July 22, 2023
Nominations for the 2023 class will be accepted from the public until July 31, 2023 International Horseshoeing Hall Of FameThe International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame was established in 1992 to honor farriers around the world who have made significant contributions to the profession and who have left a permanent, positive […]
Posted on July 22, 2023
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Maintaining good health in our horses is every owners’ responsibility. Avoiding performance limiting viruses, preventing the development of more serious diseases and ensuring your horse is content and living as natural a life as possible should be everyone’s top priority. Objectively monitoring your horse’s health on a daily basis will […]
Posted on July 11, 2023
Every owner dreads having to decide whether or not to send their horse onto the surgical table for colic surgery. Before that difficult moment occurs, it is important that the horse’s owner or caretaker understands what to expect throughout the recovery process. Keep reading to find out what you need […]
Posted on July 7, 2023
Dr. Brett Barrett, DVM, CJF is a veterinarian and an American Farrier’s Association certified journeyman with over 20 years experience. Barrett Equine Podiatry Services is his referral-based practice in Ocala, Fla. Bouncer’s Story When Cefnoakpark Bouncer, the 2005 Pony Driving World Champion suffered a severe case of laminitis in 2019 […]
Posted on June 23, 2023