One of the scariest things to find is your horse suddenly non-weight-bearing lame. Everything was fine when you fed breakfast, but when you get back from work, you have a horse who is hobbling around the paddock, and there is no sign of a struggle or trauma (and often...
Skin tumors in horses are not uncommon. While a tissue biopsy is the definitive way to identify the tumor type, location and appearance can offer clues for identification. Sarcoids Sarcoids are the most common skin tumor in horses and can be separated into different...
Have you ever looked at your overly grouchy mare and wondered if there is a physiological explanation for her sub-par demeanor? It’s possible there is. Granulosa-Theca Cell tumors are one of the most common types of tumors identified in the equine reproductive tract. ...
Rabies is caused by a virus that infects mammals and is spread through the saliva/bites by infected animals. The virus exists in several wild animal reservoirs, most commonly bats, skunks, raccoons, and foxes. After the virus is transmitted via bite, it replicates in...
Microchips: an easy, indisputable way to definitively identify a horse. In situations such as evacuations due to natural disasters or horse theft, it’s easy to see how microchip identification is invaluable. Other forms of identification are more subjective than a...
