By Dr. Kimberly May Fibrotic myopathy is caused by scar tissue formation in the horse’s muscles after trauma or a muscle injury. The most commonly affected muscles are the hamstring muscles, which run down the back of the rump and thigh above the hock (see the yellow-boxed area in the image to the right forContinue reading “Fibrotic Myopathy: FAQ”
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Deworming Recommendations
By Dr. Nielsen.
Hoof Abscesses: FAQ
By Dr. Alicia Nolfi There are a several common reasons why horses get abscesses. Mechanical reasons would be: excessive quarter loading causing terminal papillae to be stretched and essentially white line disease in the quarters (although we don’t usually call it that, but that’s what happens); White Line Disease at the toe which can beContinue reading “Hoof Abscesses: FAQ”
Podiatry – Hoof Capsule Cracks
By Dr. Alicia Nolfi Everything that we see externally in the equine foot is a direct result of what is happening internally. The foot is a dynamic organ that has suspension and support components working together to achieve stability and movement. When all components of the foot are healthy and have total recall, the footContinue reading “Podiatry – Hoof Capsule Cracks”
Snake Bite Information
By Deb Haines Of all snake species on the planet only 1/3 of them are poisonous. There are only 4 different types of poisonous snakes in the U.S. They are Cottonmouths, Copperheads, Rattlesnakes, and last but defiantly not the least Coral Snakes. Head Shape: Non-Venomous snakes usually have a spoon-shaped rounded heads and venomous snakesContinue reading “Snake Bite Information”
Sarcoids and Lumps: FAQ
By Dr. Ashley Schofield SARCOIDS Sarcoids are a type of skin tumour in horses, they are caused by the bovine papilloma virus. They are persistent and frequently progress with time. There are some sites that seem to be more commonly affected such as the face, axilla and groin. Whilst it is theorised that these regionsContinue reading “Sarcoids and Lumps: FAQ”
Sheath Cleaning: FAQ
By Dr. K (Cal Jane) Any horse that kicks will have to be sedated by a veterinarian who will then do the cleaning. The others can be cleaned via the following thorough process: stand with your hip at the shoulder of the horse and face backwards. Have a confident handler that stands behind you onContinue reading “Sheath Cleaning: FAQ”
Joint Supplements
By Dr. Daniel Grove Joint supplements are always a hot topic. Most people are concerned about the athletic performance of their horses and anything they can do to keep them going at their maximum performance level. This month I am going to discuss the most common ingredients, how they are given, and what we thinkContinue reading “Joint Supplements”
HVC Vets Perspective on Variety of Equine Subjects
By Deb Haines “Wound care” ( Dr. Madison Seaman) https://www.facebook.com/groups/277077519400687/permalink/350282175413554/ Equine behavior ( Dr.Madison Seaman ) https://www.facebook.com/groups/277077519400687/permalink/350282175413554/ Sometimes Difficult Finding The Answer ( Dr. Madison Seaman) https://www.facebook.com/groups/277077519400687/permalink/349237265518045/ Hay Bags, Slow Feeders, and Nets (Dr.Teresa Crocker) https://www.facebook.com/groups/277077519400687/permalink/324762941298811/ Importance of preventative vaccinations (Dr Timothy Miller) https://www.facebook.com/groups/277077519400687/permalink/315520328889739/
Information Needed When Posting in HVC
By Deb Haines Message to HVC members from Dr. Crocker I want to thank the vets that are trying to help out on this page. I know you all are doing it for the same reason I am- for the sake of the horses…So Humans posting about their horses: please- if you wish to continueContinue reading “Information Needed When Posting in HVC”
RVO Vet Corner Files 