Whether you’re getting ready for show season, hitting the trails or simply enjoying time with your horses at home, we hope this helps you stay prepared and proactive as things pick up! In this month’s newsletter, we’re covering key topics for …
If you and your horse spend time on the trails in Indiana, it’s important to stay ahead of one very real threat: ticks. These tiny pests thrive in wooded and grassy areas and can do more than just cause irritation, they …
Cushing’s Disease/PPID Testing Week Discounted testing Tuesday, May 27 through Friday, May 30th only! • ACTH Screening – $80 (Regularly $195) • TRH Stimulation Test – $100 (Regularly $295) The TRH test is more sensitive and often detects PPID earlier than ACTH …
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 …