By Deb Haines Importance of pets history, way to many questions are coming in with no information or very little, we will not approve posts now that do not have enough information. Vets do not have time to ask you for more history, this is your responsibility. History…When you ask your question to the veterinarians,Continue reading “Not Enough Pet History!”
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Marijuana
By Deb Haines While marijuana use can be a pleasurable experience for many people, it can be dangerous for dogs. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive substance in marijuana that produces a high for humans, is toxic to dogs, and can cause vomiting, incoordination, depression, sleepiness or excitation, low blood pressure, low body temperature and seizures. DeathContinue reading “Marijuana”
Paraphimosis: It’s No Laughing Matter
By Deb Haines It’s a topic we receive many questions about weekly, and one which leaves many male owners crossing their legs, and the females posting on Facebook about their dogs “lipstick”, “Redrocket “, “Sausage” etc. Folks… PENIS, it’s ok to use the proper name this is a medical learning site. This condition can beContinue reading “Paraphimosis: It’s No Laughing Matter”
COVID 19: Can My Pet Catch It?
By Deb Haines If you have tried to make a vet appointment for your pet lately, you may have found that there are unusually long wait times, sometimes stretching weeks out, unusual hours or even some clinics closed. Your local veterinarian isn’t trying to add stress to a already stressful time. Your vet’s office isContinue reading “COVID 19: Can My Pet Catch It?”
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 “Hoof Capsule Cracks”
Unwanted Equid
By Dr. Alicia S. Nolfi No one wants to end the life of an equid unless he or she is “suffering” and there is absolutely no possibility whatsoever that the suffering will stop. (This of course presents a different discussion of “how do we know the horse is suffering” and have all options of endingContinue reading “Unwanted Equid”
Hind Gut Ulcers – FAQ
By Dr Benjamin Sykes The first thing to say that hindgut ulcers per se are very rare (despite the aggressive marketing of some supplement companies). Second is that when true hindgut ulcers do occur they are a condition that requires veterinary diagnosis and intervention as they are manifestation of IBD which can be very serious.Continue reading “Hind Gut Ulcers – FAQ”
Colic Treatments: Myth Or Fact?
Colic is the most common medical condition of the horse, comprising up to 50 percent of the medical cases seen by the equine practitioner. Colic is not a disease; rather, it is a clinical sign of a disease. While the term “colic” generally refers to pain originating from the abdominal tract, other diseases—laminitis, foaling orContinue reading “Colic Treatments: Myth Or Fact?”
Ticks: what you need to know
By Deb Haines Ticks are a group of ectoparasites responsible for major losses amongst livestock. Ticks can transmit a number of disease-causing organisms to horses. Two of the most common diseases which horse owners should be aware of are anaplasmosis and Lyme disease. Learning to identify ticks can make a difference. Blacklegged ticks, or deerContinue reading “Ticks: what you need to know”
Internal Parasites / Worms
By Deb Haines Equine parasites, usually the eggs or larvae are deposited onto the ground in the manure of an infected horse. Your horse then swallows the eggs or larvae while she grazes in the pasture. These juvenile parasites then mature into egg-laying adults in your horse’s gastrointestinal system. Please read link below to learnContinue reading “Internal Parasites / Worms”
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