Many animal rescues all over the country are doing outstanding work in rescuing horses and other equines. Among them is the Arizona Equine Rescue Organization in Maricopa County. Known as AERO, the rescue was founded for the purposes of equine rescue, reh
With many equine veterinarians establishing telemedicine services, a call will often help solve health issues and determine if in-person/horse visits are necessary.
Stomach ulcers are surprisingly common in horses. In fact, it's estimated that 60-90% of performance horses have stomach ulcers. There are prescription medications available to treat gastric ulcers, but due to the "acid rebound effect," horses who'
The Performance Shagya-Arabian Registry ensures that the horse is able to meet performance criteria as well as the conformation, breed type, temperament, movement and bloodline requirements.
PathTracker is a battery-operated device that uses a disposable, one-time-use computer chip to identify bacteria and viruses in fluid samples that are swabbed from horses' nostrils.
Often the symptoms of zoonotic diseases mimic symptoms of other diseases common in humans and the only way to know if a person is affected is through a laboratory test ordered by a physician.
Learn how cataracts affect horse's eyes and why it is extremely important to call a veterinarian any time an injury or infection occurs in a horse's eye or the horse's behavior indicates difficulty in seeing.
Learn about the two theories of causes of Navicular Syndrome and why veterinarian confirmation of the diagnosis and the extent of the degeneration are absolutely essential for treatment to succeed.
The number one killer of horses is colic. Colic is not a disease, but rather a combination of signs that alert us to abdominal pain in the horse. Colic can range from mild to severe, but it should never be ignored.
By developing a closer working relationship with your equine practitioner, you take advantage of the 'inside scoop' as you work to design a comprehensive health care plan for your horse.