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Category Archives: Diseases and Disorders
What is “Normal” for my horse?
We’ve all heard the warnings for proper horse care: monitor your horse frequently, and if something is not normal, call your veterinarian. But what is “normal” for your horse? While it is a good idea to pay attention to your …
Hoof Health and Your Farrier
Healthy hooves result from a combination of factors, one of which is your farrier. Learn more about selecting and working with your farrier for healthy feet. Continue reading
Managing Horses with Gastric Ulcers
Last week a horse owner contacted me about changing her horses diet. She stated that they are ¾ of the way through show season and he is just “off his game”. It seems that the horse was showing a lack …
Feeding a horse with Cushing’s Syndrome
As the number of horses known to have Cushing’s Syndrome increases, questions on how to feed horses with this condition also increase. As a starting management practice, your veterinarian may recommend pergolide as an added medication for your horse. This is available …
Management Practices: Reducing the Risk of Colic
Colic is one of the leading health problems facing horse owners. According to the USDA’s National Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) Equine Study 1998, about 4% of the horse population experiences colic each year. Colic rated second only to old age …
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“Unwanted” horse does not mean undeserving
The plight of the unwanted horse is something on every horse owner’s mind these days. No matter the opinion on how the horse industry got here, one thing is for sure – these horses need proper care. If you are …
How to feed HYPP Horses: Potassium is key
The main dietary goal in managing an HYPP (Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis) horse is keeping total dietary potassium under 1.0%. It is key to look at the total dietary potassium instead of just the hay or just the grain source. To …
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