September Newsletter
Fall into equine health with Skillman Veterinary Services! As the vibrant colors of autumn fill the …
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Fall Fecal Testing and Targeted Deworming for Horses
Horses often experience an increased shedding of parasites as autumn approaches. When the grazing season comes …
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August Newsletter
As summer winds down, we’re gearing up for the fall season! The changing weather brings new …
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA)
What is EIA? Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA),sometimes called ‘swamp fever’ is an infectious disease that …
Equine Dentistry
What sort of teeth do horses have? Equine dentition can be broken down into the following …
Diarrhea in Horses
What is diarrhea? Diarrhea means the production of feces that are softer than normal. Normal equine …
What is Dexamethasone?
What is dexamethasone? Dexamethasone (brand names Azium®, Dexasone®, Decadron®, Dexium®, Dexameth-a-Vet®, Dex-a-vet®, Maxidex®, Neofordex®, Hexadrol®) is …
Deworming Horses and Fecal Tests
Parasitic worms live in the intestines of horses and ponies. Small numbers of worms can be …
Colic in Horses
What is colic? The term “colic” simply means abdominal pain. There are many causes of colic …
Dangers of Potomac Horse Fever
Stay up-to-date on vaccinations – Your horse could contract Potomac Horse Fever. Potomac Horse Fever is …