Recent outbreaks of the deadly virus, 𝙀𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝘼𝙣𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙖 (𝙀𝙄𝘼), across New Mexico and California, have left 16 horses dead and raised significant concerns within the equine community. Infected horses can be silent carriers, but they could exhibit more severe …
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Fall into equine health with Skillman Veterinary Services! As the vibrant colors of autumn fill the landscape, it’s time to prepare for the changing season and ensure your horse stays healthy and happy! In this edition of our fall newsletter, …
Horses often experience an increased shedding of parasites as autumn approaches. When the grazing season comes to an end, parasites that have accumulated over the summer can reach peak levels. This seasonal rise in parasite load can pose significant health …
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As summer winds down, we’re gearing up for the fall season! The changing weather brings new challenges and opportunities for our equine patients, and we’re here to ensure they transition smoothly! From dental exams, nutrition adjustments, vaccines, and more…Click below …
What is EIA? Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA),sometimes called ‘swamp fever’ is an infectious disease that causes acute, chronic or symptomless illness, characterized by fever, anemia, swelling and weight loss in horses, ponies, mules and donkeys. The cause is a …
What sort of teeth do horses have? Equine dentition can be broken down into the following classes of teeth: Incisors: Horses have 6 upper and 6 lower incisor teeth. These are simple in structure, deep-rooted and used to grasp and …
What is diarrhea? Diarrhea means the production of feces that are softer than normal. Normal equine feces are produced in formed, non-offensive smelling, greenish-brown, semi-solid portions that will break up in the hand, revealing varying degrees of fibrous content depending …
What is dexamethasone? Dexamethasone (brand names Azium®, Dexasone®, Decadron®, Dexium®, Dexameth-a-Vet®, Dex-a-vet®, Maxidex®, Neofordex®, Hexadrol®) is a glucocorticoid steroid medication used to treat many inflammatory conditions, patients with adrenal gland disease, and patients with immune-mediated diseases. It can also be …
Parasitic worms live in the intestines of horses and ponies. Small numbers of worms can be tolerated, causing no effect on well-being. Larger worm burdens can cause a range of problems including ill thrift, diarrhea, colic and death. Pasture management …
What is colic? The term “colic” simply means abdominal pain. There are many causes of colic and symptoms range from very mild to violent. What are the symptoms? A horse with colic will show varying symptoms depending on the cause …