medical

Any horse can be at risk for colic. It doesn’t discriminate against breed, gender, or age. This condition causes abdominal pain usually from gas, too much grain, impaction, sand consumption, parasites, etc. It’s essential you know what to look for and how to react! 1. DO look for feces. If you don’t see any or...

  Veterinarians experience an increase in calls this time of year because of colic. Episodes of colic can affect your horse any time of the year, but the reason behind the stomach pain often varies seasonally. Impaction-related colic is most common in the winter months. Feed is not digested through the gut correctly, instead, it accumulates and forms a blockage. Severe...

Most people don’t realize how common ulcers in horses truly are. Adult horses and even foals are at risk for this medical condition. Up to 1/3 of stabled horses may have a mild ulcer. Because of unnatural environments, the likelihood of a stalled horse getting one is quite high. Gastric ulcers can cause irritation to...

PC: David Lewis The only thing worse than an emergency is not being prepared for it! Every horse owner should have a first-aid kit at the barn. Horses are always getting into stuff, which can mean cuts, bumps, and bruises. Even a basic kit will help you handle the situation until your veterinary can make it...

People are all too familiar with being stressed out over life, but did you know horses can experience the same feeling! Their fight or flight response can cause hormones like cortisol to be released throughout their body. With their adrenaline on edge, you’ll likely to notice a few changes. If your horse is stressed, it is...

There’s nothing more unsightly than white flakes of dandruff clustered throughout your horse’s mane! This dry condition can be itchy and uncomfortable for them on top of it. Some may be more prone to these flakes of dead skin than others. You can put an end to dandruff with some extra care and attention. First, make...

February is no stranger to negative temperatures and snowy conditions. As a concerned horse owner, you might be wondering if your horse can get frostbite. He is a lot less likely to get frostbite compared to you. However, there is a few situations in which to exercise caution. The average, healthy horse will not be at...

Veterinarians experience an increase in calls this time of year because of horse colic. Episodes of colic can effect your horse any time of the year, but the reason behind the stomach pain often varies seasonally. Impaction-related colic is most common in the winter months. Feed is not digested through the gut correctly, rather accumulates and forms a blockage. Severe cases will...