Question: How often should my horse be seen by a veterinarian? Answer from Dr. Skillman: We recommend an annual wellness exam, which can conveniently coincide with your horse’s annual booster vaccinations. Every horse should be vaccinated annually for Eastern and …
Now offering Shockwave at Skillman Veterinary Services! Shockwave therapy is commonly used for soft tissue injuries, chronic pain and conditions like tendonitis or arthritis, shockwave therapy can help horses return to work more quickly while minimizing discomfort. If your …
January at Skillman Veterinary Services is the perfect time to schedule wellness visits, dental exams, equine castrations (cold weather = no flies), lameness evaluations and more! Ways to save:: Get 5% off when you leave a positive Google Review: Get 5% …
Third Party Prescriptions – 2026 Approval Fee Increase Beginning January 1, 2026 – For clients who use pharmacies other than our clinic, including online pharmacies, our third-party prescription request fee will increase to $25. This fee covers staff time spent …
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𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 Inside, you’ll find news about our new Shockwave therapy service, details on how to save 10% off vet visits in January, an important reminder about upcoming scheduling changes and updates on third-party prescriptions. We’re also …
Cold weather can exacerbate underlying issues such as weight loss, dental problems and metabolic disorders, making routine care even more important! Preventative care now can save stress, discomfort and veterinary costs later! Contact our team now to learn how we can …
Research shows that horses drink significantly less when only offered near-frozen water during cold weather. Keep them hydrated – When your horse stops drinking, the risk of colic, dehydration and other serious problems goes up!
“We have been working with Skillman Vet Services for over 10 years…. When my gelding coliced, Dr. Harris met us at the clinic late at night and got us into Purdue after finding a fecalith upon examination. Because of this, …
Mares are seasonal breeders that are influenced by light exposure. If you are aiming for a foal in March 2027, begin your lighting program in the beginning of December. Start 60 to 70 days before the intended breeding date for the …
𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 We hope you had a wonderful holiday and apologize for the delay in our monthly newsletter. In this issue, you’ll find Equine Herpesvirus outbreak information, a note from Dr. Skillman, details on our supplement sale, …