Cold weather safety tips from AVMA. You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather and leaving pets in hot cars, but did you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to your pets’ health? Here are some tips to keep your pets safe...
Which medication should you use when your horse needs pain relief? Both Bute (Phenylbutazone) and Banamine (Flunixin meglumine) are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), but they can be used for different situations. Bute is usually given for musculoskeletal...
When a dog is having symptoms of a urinary tract infection it may not always appear to be a serious concern. There are many causes for a urinary tract infection including bacteria, but when an infection is not detected in laboratory testing the cause for symptoms may...
SPRING IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! TIME TO DEEP CLEAN YOUR HOUSE, GET THE CAR TUNED UP, PACK AWAY THE SNOW PANTS AND BEST OF ALL, GIVE YOUR HORSE A SPRING CHECK-UP TOO! 1. Check blanketing: If your horse has been wearing a blanket all winter, keep an eye on daytime...
Nutrition For The Pregnant And Lactating Broodmare By Dr. Kiser Of Badger Equine Veterinary Services A healthy foal starts with a healthy broodmare. The economic success of a broodmare hinges on her ability to foal early in the year, be rebred and conceive quickly,...
Several factors may be involved in causing a horse to become malnourished or in a debilitated condition. While age and concurrent disease can play a role, the most common reasons for severely malnourished horses are owner ignorance and economic hardship. The problem...
