Particularly in light of the current VSV outbreak here in Colorado, we thought it a good time to remind everyone of proper disinfection and biosecurity for barns, horse farms, and hospitals. A critical component of disease prevention involves proper cleaning and...
In light of the VSV outbreak, several of you have been asking about the health credential requirements for horses going to the Colorado State Fair. We’ve attached the PDF from the Colorado State Fair website so you can find it easily. Click here for the...
We’ve been receiving many, many questions here at MVS about Vesicular Stomatits (VS) and the current situation here in Colorado regarding cases of VS. The state vet’s office emailed us some information today and we’re posting it here, along it with...
Is your horse occasionally reluctant to pick up either lead? Or maybe your horse fights you all the time on just one lead? It could be a sign of hind end lameness. Pain in the hind limbs, whether due to a stifle, hock or other issue, will alter a horses’ behavior...
Everyone is familiar with preventative medicine. From vaccinations, to dental care, to eating right, preventative medicine applies to humans, as well as to our equine friends. However, one area of preventative medicine that is often overlooked for all species is...
