While we are always grateful for precipitation here in Colorado, wet and muddy conditions contribute to the development of two common horse hoof conditions: abscesses and thrush. Abscesses A hoof abscess commonly presents as an acute onset severe lameness without...
Possibly the most significant threat to the health and longevity of donkeys in the US is obesity. We love our long-eared friends and sometimes we dote on them too much with delicious, high-quality treats that donkeys are not equipped to metabolize. My donkey’s fat?...
Last night when you fed your horse you didn’t notice any issues as you performed your quick “once over” before rushing back out the barn door. But this morning they have a severely swollen leg, and they are hobbling around. What happened? The list of...
No matter how safe their environment may be, horses will always manage to find trouble. Unfortunately, a not-so-uncommon equine emergency is a sharp object that has penetrated through the bottom of the hoof, also known as a street nail. Any penetrating injury to the...
You want the best for your horse, and your horse deserves it. Advances in equine preventative care and sports medicine enable our horses to live longer and healthier lives than ever before. In addition to semi-annual wellness exams, vaccinations, and good hoof care,...
