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”
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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”
Studying Vet Med: what you need to know
By Deb Haines The doctors get asked a few times a month in Goat Vet Corner and in Horse Vet Corner suggestions on entering vet school, Dr. Chastine has been kind enough to provide some helpful information. M Nanette Chastine DVM …….. I taught undergraduate and was a pre-vet advisor, so hopefully I can offerContinue reading “Studying Vet Med: what you need to know”
List of Farriers Contact Information
By Deb Haines
Common Equine Questions and Answers
By Deb Haines Internal Parasites/ Deworming Information External Parasites Vaccinations Nutrition Wounds Health and Care Illness/Ailments Hoof/leg problems Breeding /Foal/castration Colic Behavior Eyes Euthanasia This information belong to Horse Vet Corner ©
Gastric Ulcers – Consensus Statement
ECEIM Consensus Statement on Gastric Ulcers
Equine Castration Aftercare: FAQ
If you have had your horse castrated or are planning to, have a look at this article. Your vet may have their own aftercare instructions, however if you were not given any or had questions and could not get a hold of your vet, this guideline may help determine the next steps. Thank you toContinue reading “Equine Castration Aftercare: FAQ”