Say, Ahhh! It’s not too late for dental appointments and spring vaccines. Your horse’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year for early signs of problems and to keep their mouth healthy. Did you know? Even …
Funky Case Friday! Did you know that Aural Hematomas are common in dogs, but quite uncommon in horses? Although seemingly a rare case, Skillman Veterinary Services has treated two in the past month! What are Aural Hematomas? It is defined …
Understanding and Managing Seasonal Discomfort As the flowers bloom and the air gets warmer, spring brings not only joy but also some challenges, especially for our equine companions. Just like humans, horses can suffer from allergies triggered by pollen, dust, …
Prepare for Success: Getting Your Horse Examined Before competition Begins As show season approaches, it’s essential to ensure that your equine partner is in top-notch condition for peak performance. Detecting and addressing health issues early can help prevent more serious …
Would you bring your child to a veterinary appointment? We wish you would! Our team is not just passionate about caring for animals—we’re committed to providing a welcoming environment for our young visitors too! Striking curiosity and teaching about horse health …
New Service Alert! Incisor Extractions at Skillman Veterinary Services Skillman Veterinary Service is committed to helping horses with Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis. You may be wondering, ‘What is EOTRH?’ EOTRH is a progressive dental disease in older horses …
Warm weather is almost here and horse owners know what that means… Grab your spring care checklist! Dental exams, vaccinations, and fecal egg count tests are all recommended. Whether your horse is due for routine care or you are interested …
Before you jump back in the saddle, be sure to prioritize routine preventive care your horse needs to stay healthy all year round.
This article dives into what you need to know about parasitic worms that live in the intestines of horses and ponies. What types of worms are there and what problems do they cause? How are worm infestations diagnosed? How can I make sure my horses do not suffer from parasitic worms? How can I best manage my available grazing? How can I best use worm medicines? What is the best approach in Boarding Stables? and more…
Phovia Fluorescent Light Therapy An excellent treatment for acute and chronic wounds, pastern dermatitis, and cutaneous habronemiasis. Before Treatment. Horse received two (2 min) treatments, both on this same day. Five days later. Photo taken 5 days after receiving two (2 minute) …
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