Common Conditions

Learn about common diseases and conditions in horses.

15% Off Dental Deal – February Only

15% Off Dental Deal – Valid Entire Month of February!Now through February 28th, 2026. We’re celebrating #NationalPetDentalHealthMonth because dental care is a vital part of your horse’s overall...

Small Livestock Care

Small Livestock Care: Goats, llamas & more!  We care for more than just horses! Our experienced team is trained to provide comprehensive care for small livestock. Whether it’s a routine wellness...

Glucosamine Chondroitin Combination

What is glucosamine/chondroitin? Glucosamine/chondroitin combination (brand names: Cosequin®, Dasuquin®, Dasuquin Advanced®, Glycoflex®, NutriVet®, Next Level®, AniFlex®, Phycox®, Restor-A-Flex®...

Foaling

The expected birth of a foal from a favorite mare is an exciting but worrying time for many horse owners.  Ideally, help and advice should be sought from your veterinarian or someone with experience...

Flunixin Meglumine

What is flunixin meglumine? Flunixin meglumine (brand names: Banamine®,  Flunixamine®, Flunizine®, Vedagesic®) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain, inflammation, and...

First Aid for Wounds for Horses

Horses and ponies often receive cuts and other wounds particularly on their face and legs.  Many require just simple first aid measures, while others require the attention of your veterinarian. ...

Farriery in Horses

It is a well recognized saying ‘no foot no horse’.  Caring for your horse’s feet and hooves and ensuring that he is attended to regularly by your farrier will safeguard his long term...

Failure of Passive Transfer in Horses

In pregnant mares, unlike most other animals, antibodies do not cross the placenta into the foal’s blood stream before birth.  Therefore, when a foal is born it has no natural defence mechanisms...

Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA)

  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...