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Trail Riding Season is Here – So are The Ticks!

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...

PPID / Cushing’s Disease Testing Week is Here!

  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...

The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids In Equine Health

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...

Foaling Kit

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...

What Vaccines Does My Horse Need?

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...

Dr. Skillmans 10th Breeding Season

Fun fact – This year marks Dr. Skillmans 10th breeding season as a veterinarian!...

March Newsletter

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...

Identifying Gastric Ulcers

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...