Most horse owners are familiar with equine gastric ulcers, or EGUS (equine gastric ulcer syndrome).  Gastric ulcers are extremely common in horses and likely underdiagnosed. Because horses evolved as grazing animals, their stomachs are designed for continual digestion and eating, continually secreting stomach acid. Management of the modern horse often prevents continual grazing, so periods […]

As we hope you know, Mobile Veterinary Services is committed to the highest standard of equine veterinary care. To continue to provide our valued clients this level of service, community, and education, we are investing in a new veterinary associate and technician, to join our team in the coming months. This will ensure you can […]

Sometimes when we as horseman see our horses on a routine basis, it can be easy to overlook that thickened, cresty neck or the fat pads that have developed on either side of their tail head.  We recognize that it has been quite a while since we’ve been able to palpate any evidence of their […]

As spring begins to show its face in beautiful flowers and new grasses, the parasite life cycle is renewed.  Warmer weather encourages larval maturation from fecal contamination in pastures. As these larvae mature they make the progression up the blade of grass and await consumption by a new host.  As your horse grazes on the […]

Every horse owner fears colic, and with good reason: it’s the leading cause of death in horses, aside from old age. Fortunately, a vast majority of colic cases resolve relatively quickly and without surgical intervention. Early recognition of potential issues and knowing what is normal for your horse is crucial. Take the opportunity to assess […]