Answered by, Terri Van Wambeke, DVM, Oregon City, Oregon Question: I have an aged gelding that I think had a sprained fetlock as it was slightly swollen and a bit warm to touch. He could
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Ask the Vet: Equine Nutrition
Answered by, Lydia Gray, DVM, MA, SmartPak Equine Courtesy of AAEP Question: How do you tell if a colt has ulcers? Can you treat them with better nutrition? Answer: If you suspect your horse has
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Ask The Vet: Castrations
Answered by, Jennifer Reda, DVM, Steele Equine Veterinary Services, Zolfo Springs, FL and Stephanie Regan, DVM, Courtesy of AAEP Question: I have always gelded my colts at about 5 months of age, before they are weaned, so the mare
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Ask the Vet: Foals
Answered by, Madison Seamans, DVM, MS, Kuna, ID Courtesy of AAEP Question: I have a one-month-old foal and would like to know which dewormer would be safe to use for their age? Answer: Parasite control has
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Ask the Vet: Equine Dentistry
Answered by, Cindy Allen, DVM, Bit O’ Magic Equine, Aluchua, Fla. Question: My dental question is in regards to EOTRH in a severe parrot mouthed horse. In your research or clinic, do you have knowledge
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Ask the Vet: Nutrition for the Horse
Answered by Reece Myran, DVM, Yonges Ilsand, SC Courtesy of AAEP Question: My 3-year-old warmblood keeps getting scratches on all four of his white stockings. I have tried every topical medication and oral medications from
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Ask the Vet: Physical Therapy
Answered by, Silvia Do Valle, DVM, Orlando, Fla. Courtesy of AAEP Question: My horse has just been diagnosed with a medial collateral ligament tear in the knee. What is the best treatment and rehabilitation for this
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