Fast Track to Equine Health: Foaling, performance horse exams, vaccinations and more at Skillman Veterinary Services! Whether you’re managing breeding schedules, getting performance horses ready for competition, or simply tackling the routine changes that come with warmer weather, we’re here …
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients that play a vital role in maintaining your horse’s overall health. These fats support various bodily functions, including immune response, joint health, and skin condition. Incorporating omega-3s into your horse’s diet can lead to …
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We want to help you ensure your mare has a smooth and successful delivery. One key way to do this is by putting together a foaling kit. 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗸𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:• Clean towels for drying the foal• Cord clamps or …
As the weather warms up, so do the risks of mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. Spring vaccinations are essential to keeping your horse safe!We offer customized vaccine plans to suit your horse’s lifestyle and risk factors. Book …
Fun fact – This year marks Dr. Skillmans 10th breeding season as a veterinarian!
Refresh Your Horse’s Health at Skillman Veterinary Services Spring brings new opportunities to optimize care and we’re here to help! This month’s newsletter includes important vaccination reminders, laminitis warnings and the benefits of hay testing to ensure your horse’s nutritional needs are met. …
Research suggests that 𝟔𝟎-𝟕𝟎% 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬 struggle with gastric ulcers. Left untreated, ulcers can lead to chronic discomfort, poor performance and long-term digestive issues. 𝐆𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝 for diagnosing equine gastric ulcers. In an ulcer clinic, we …
Coggins tests aren’t just another requirement—they help protect against Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), a deadly and contagious disease. Many events, boarding barns and transport companies require proof of a negative test. If you’re traveling or competing this year, now is the …
𝘿𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙞𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙖𝙧𝙣?Measuring tapes are simple devices used to obtain a weight of your horse. Knowing your horse’s weight is just as important for a vet as it is for a horse owner when …
Why castrate? Gelding a horse is a routine, yet essential step in a horse’s development, supporting improved behavior, herd compatibility and long-term health. We specializes in safe, professional and compassionate castration procedures for young colts and stallions.This procedure can be safely …