When it comes to managing pain and inflammation in horses, two commonly used medications are phenylbutazone, often referred to as “bute,” and flunixin meglumine, known as Banamine. Understanding the differences between these medications and their appropriate uses is crucial for…
As a horse owner, you want the best for your equine companion. One issue that you may have heard of is equine ulcers. These are open sores that develop in the horse’s stomach or hindgut. But what exactly are equine…
Jen Larson and her family have a special name for the bond between a rider and a horse – they call it a violin horse. For them, it feels like violins are playing and they are running through a field…
Here’s a list of 10 things Veterinarians want you to know about Banamine. How to use it, how NOT to use it, whether you can stack it with other medications, different options as far as how to administer it, some…
A 16-year-old Shire mare named Beatrice was suffering from colic and collapsed in her stall. Her owners tried to get her to stand for 6 hours with no success. The longer she remained on the ground the higher the risk…
Highway, a 12-year-old gelding was in a trailer in the middle of the night – headed for euthanasia. It seems he had other plans because the trailer gate wasn’t secured properly and he kicked it open and escaped! Highway saved…
This year, 2018 has seen a record-breaking number of West Nile cases. But now, a horse has passed away because of the deadly virus. Massachusetts Department of Public Health has issued the warning to be careful and watch out for…
Back when I was a horse trainer, I worked with my veterinarian and they suggested that we inject a lot of our horse’s joints. I would always agree, even on the young horses. As I’ve gotten older I’ve learned that…
Lawn mowing season is here and it can be more dangerous for horses than most people know. Red Rock Equine Veterinary Inc PS Rothschild posted the following on Facebook, “LAWN MOWING SEASON BEWARE… Last nights emergency: pumping out 15 buckets…
Dr. Joe Carter, DVM explains strangles, its symptoms, treatments and how it can be prevented in your horses. We hope you enjoy this informative video. Strangles Explained by Dr. Joe Carter Share this on Facebook if you found it helpful!
This is why you should never tie horses with the reins. It is a dangerous situation waiting to happen. Bart Sirman wrote on Facebook, “Let’s talk about one of my biggest pet peeves. I’ll be at a roping and see…
There are always debates regarding 5-panel testing for breeding horses and I don’t usually share my opinion, but this is one of the few times I will. We are so fortunate to have things like 5-panel testing, why not use…
McKenzie Morgan and her horse H2 have overcome many obstacles over the last few years that would put a hiccup in anyone’s dreams. The difference is McKenzie never stopped believing in herself or her horse. They were in a horrible…
A life-saving surgery was performed on a pregnant mare and after a re-animation procedure, the foal is ALIVE! Equideo assisted the entire” rescue operation”. Watch the video below! How amazing is this miracle of life? The veterinarians and medical staff are…
The Madigan Squeeze is something that’s so simple and saves so many foals. Alan Dorton wrote on Facebook, “First dummy of the year, and the Madigan squeeze works again. Was normal within hours, pulled feeding tube this morning. Squeezing This…