Equine Medicine

When a client won’t stop talking for long enough to allow you complete your diagnostic evaluation, sometimes you have to resort to strange measures.

This succinct review of equine internal parasite control measures reflects modern strategies now in place to reduce development of resistance.

I got a positive for EHV-2 and EHV-5 on a nasal swab. What does that mean?

Sometimes we all need a little help from momma, even when it comes to equine wound management.

Charges have been filed against 27 individuals in the $100 billion global horse racing industry.

Caudal epidural anesthesia allows for invasive procedures while the horse is sedated in standing position without pain or discomfort.

Research is limited in this area of equine veterinary care, but one practitioner has an approach that works.

Five researchers will each receive $15,000 to continue their investigations on respiratory conditions in horses.

Clients are often quick to place blame on the new horse for introducing strangles to a herd, but veterinarians who provide appropriate client education can control the pandemonium before it begins.

Research has shown that reducing dust and mold exposure from hay may help combat inflammatory airway disease and improve performance in racehorses. We talk with researchers who are studying this problem.

Zimeta has been associated with rapid and effective reduction of pyrexia in horses.

Big colons can lead to big problems. Thats why veterinarians who treat horses should understand current diagnostic and treatment best practices for this potentially lethal condition.