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Doctor's Corner
Doctor's Corner
Veterinary Q&A for Kids
April 1, 2008
Young riders' questions are answered by a local vet
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EMS, Cushings, and Spring Feeding
March 1, 2008
What you need to know about feeding the metabolically challenged horse
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A Thorn in the Side
February 1, 2008
Sampson: a story of resilience
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Do I Have to Clean That?
January 1, 2008
The answer to a frequently asked veterinary question
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Aging Horses, Aging Hooves, Part 2 of 2
December 1, 2007
More common hoof problems of the older horse
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Aging Horses, Aging Hooves, Part 1 of 2
November 1, 2007
Fun foot facts and common hoof problems of the older horse
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We Need Vets!
October 1, 2007
Rural areas face an increasing shortage of large animal veterinarians
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Going Gelding
September 1, 2007
Equine Castration: a look at procedures and post-operative care
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Caring for the Weanling Foal
August 1, 2007
Diet, vaccines and exercise all play a part in the health of your growing foal
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Foal Scours
July 1, 2007
Causes, assessment, and solutions for diarrhea in foals
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Understanding Equine Stomach Ulcers
June 1, 2007
Risk factors, symptoms, and treatment for equine gastric ulcers
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The Facts About Equine Strangles
May 1, 2007
A detailed analysis of the spread, symptoms, and diagnosis of strangles
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West Nile Update
April 1, 2007
Statistics and preventative measures for the West Nile Virus
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Equine Herpes Report
March 2, 2007
The lastest report on four strains of EHV (equine herpes virus), including symptoms, methods of contagion, preventative measures, and the recent rise in cases of EHV-1.
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A New Look at Colic Risk Factors
February 1, 2007
Colic is one of the most pressing problems facing the equine industry. Here is a quick read article of the latest information on colic, including prevention factors, from American Association of Equine Practitioners Annual Meeting in December 2006.
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Have We Solved the Deworming Problem?
January 1, 2007
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Does Your Horse Need a Supplement?
December 1, 2006
There is a supplement out there for every problem imaginable and the price tags are not small. Here’s a guide through the various types of drugs, supplements and nutraceuticals with tips on selecting the right one for your horse
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How Can Such a Small Wound Cause so Much Trouble?
November 1, 2006
Detecting tendon sheath infection early
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Common Problems of the Equine Eye
October 1, 2006
Here’s a quick eye anatomy lesson to help you communicate with the veterinarian if your horse develops eye problems. Included are descriptions of common diseases and possible treatments as well as diagnostic tools to help you determine when professional help is needed.
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Strangles!!
September 1, 2006
Nothing elicits panic in the horse community like the word “Strangles”. It’s a disease that makes horses extremely sick, it travels through a stable rapidly and nobody seems to agree on how to treat it. This article will review the disease and treatment as well as some new information on the spread of strangles.
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How-to Treatment Techniques in Horses
August 1, 2006
This how-to article guides you throught the decision making process for administering medications orally, in the eye or by injection. You'll learn when to call the vet or when to follow step-by-step instructions for treatments you can do yourself
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Summertime Show and Fair Preparation
June 30, 2006
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Identifying the High Risk Foal
February 28, 2006
A little knowledge of how to predict and identify issues that may occur in the foal before, during, and after delivery can help insure that a healthy foal is raised.
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Advanatages and Disadvantages of Artificial Insemination
January 31, 2006
This article will compare advantages and disadvantages to artificial insemination as it compares to natural service.
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Care of the Older Horse
November 30, 2005
Aging is a fact of life for all living things, including horses. Breed differences, individual genetics, and environmental influences all affect how fast this aging process occurs. In this article we will talk about common changes that occur in older horses and the special concerns for their care.
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Putting on the Pressure
October 31, 2005
It looks like something out of a science fiction movie, sounds like a child’s video game system, and just might save your horse in the event of a serious injury.
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HORSE ENVIRONMENT AND HEALTH
September 30, 2005
The environment in which an animal lives has a critical effect on its health whether it lives in a stable, a shed, or a large green pasture. A stabled horse has an entirely different set of environmental stressors than a pastured horse, but the basic needs of forage, water, salt, and some form of shelter to get out of wind and rain are the same.
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Feeding Challenges
September 30, 2005
While most horse owners would probably argue that they hardly consider the act of feeding their horse akin to ‘rocket science’, they may agree that it can represent a posing challenge from time-to-time.
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Gastric Ulcers in Horses
August 31, 2005
Studies have shown that gastric ulcer disease is a common problem in foals and adult horses. Prevalence estimates range from 25% to 51% of foals and 60% to 90% of adults. There are several types of gastric ulcer disease in horses, depending upon the specific part of the stomach that is involved and the particular causes involved. To simplify, all of these various types of gastric ulcer disease have been grouped together under a single label, Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome or EGUS.
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Tendonitis
July 30, 2005
Tendon injuries are a common problem of the working horse, especially those coming off the racetrack. Tendons are the connective tissue portion of muscles that connect them to the bone. They are composed of dense fibers of collagen and protein and have incredibly high tensile strength. Their primary function is to transmit the force of the muscle through the limb to the bone, and in horses, they are very important as support structures.
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Equine First Aid Supplies
June 30, 2005
In this article we will discuss some of the basic items of a first aid kit that will make it possible for you to collect vital information on your horse’s condition, treat common minor aliments, and help you cope with emergency situations until veterinary assistance arrives.
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The Overweight Horse
May 26, 2005
This article will focus on the health concerns associated with obesity, how to recognize and assess obesity, and discuss strategies to reduce weight.
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Equine Conformation and Lameness
April 30, 2005
Conformation is a term to describe a horse’s anatomical makeup relating to its specific function. For example, Quarter horses are anatomically built to work at high speeds for short distances while Thoroughbreds are bred for high speed and long distance. Whether purchasing or breeding horses, it is important to decide beforehand what the intended use of the horse will be and whether or not it has the right conformation for the chosen discipline.
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What Exactly Is “Weed-Free” Feed?
April 30, 2005
With summer trail riding and overnight pack trips now within sight, the question of what to feed our horses on these excursions opens a lengthy and, oftentimes, confusing discussion. Part of this confusion stems from the fact that we are dealing with three different entities: National Forest, National Parks, and State Parks. Each organization has its own set of differing rules.
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Equine Vaccination Guidelines
March 31, 2005
Now that spring is here, it’s time to think about getting your horse vaccinated. Spring, summer and early fall are the seasons when most horses are transported and exposed to other horses from all over the country.
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Foaling
February 28, 2005
Foaling is an impressive event. Within minutes of delivering a baby that is roughly 10% of her weight the mare is up on her feet, attending to her foal. A few minutes later the foal is up trying out its legs, nursing and ready to follow wherever mom leads. This month we'll look at preparation for foaling and review the normal foaling process.
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Feeding the Broodmare and Foal
February 28, 2005
Good quality, dust- and mold-free forage plus, a constant supply of clean, fresh water is the basis for good horse nutrition. Free-choice salt and a quality grain concentrate supply the balance of required nutrients, vitamins and minerals.
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Care of Newborn Foal
February 28, 2005
Pregnancy in the mare lasts much longer than that of other domestic species. With a gestation of over 11 months, horse breeders learn to be patient. In contrast to the prolonged pregnancy, the delivery and early hours afterwards are full of dramatic events that proceed rapidly.
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Pre-purchase examinations: Seller’s Perspective
January 31, 2005
The day of the pre-purchase examination can create plenty of anxiety for the seller.
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WINTER WELLNESS FOR YOUR HORSE
January 31, 2005
Winter is a time of change for us all, including our equine friends. Although many horses continue the same level of performance year around, some riders become less active during the colder winter months.
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Artificial Insemination
December 31, 2004
Artificial insemination with shipped semen has been gaining interest in the equine world, especially over the past few years. The increased interest has been spurred on by the acceptance of these previously prohibited procedures by various breed organizations, such as the AQHA.
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Supplement Categories and Key Ingredients Part 2
December 31, 2004
Hoof Supplements are probably the next largest supplement category and are certainly easier to understand because there are fewer choices for key ingredients. Biotin, a sulfur-bearing B vitamin, and Methionine, a sulfur-bearing amino acid, are the two most important ingredients and they need to be backed up by the minerals, zinc and copper.
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Preparation for the Breeding Season
December 31, 2004
Horses are seasonally poly estrus, which means they have a regular heat interval but only during certain seasons. This happens to be during the late spring to late summer when the sunlight is more intense. With this said, preparation for breeding time starts in the fall and winter.
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Treating Equine Dental Conditions
December 31, 2004
This month we will take several of the problems we regularly find in a horse’s mouth and give you an idea of the procedure we use to correct them.
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Equine eye problems
November 30, 2004
The most common cause for swollen eyelids is trauma in the form of blunt injury to the head, such as collision with solid objects.
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Equine Eyes & Eye Problems
October 26, 2004
The sense of vision is remarkable and of great importance to humans and animals, especially for the equine athlete. A basic knowledge of eye anatomy is essential to understanding and discussing eye problems. Part 1 begins with an overview of eye anatomy. Part 2, concerning common eye problems will be featured in the next issue.
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TODAY’S EQUINE DENTISTRY
October 26, 2004
Equine dentistry has come a long way from the “two floats in a bucket” method of a few years ago.
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Supplement Categories and Key Ingredients Part 1
October 1, 2004
The Supplement market has evolved considerably in the last few years, during the early nineties there were more vitamin/mineral products on the market which addressed general broad based nutrition.
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Vesicular Stomatitis
September 8, 2004
If you haven’t already heard or read about it, Vesicular Stomatitis has started infecting horses in the southwest United States again after six years without any cases.
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West Nile Virus Update
August 1, 2004
By Dave Sauter, DVM, Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Identifying Legitimate Products - The right product for the right reason
August 1, 2004
By Nick Hartog
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Tying-Up
July 1, 2004
By R. Paul Schwab D.V.M.
Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Equine Castration
June 1, 2004
By Dave Sauter, DVM, Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Supplements Part 1 - Why – What – When?
June 1, 2004
by Nick Hartog
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Equine Metabolic Syndrome
May 1, 2004
R. Paul Schwab, D.V.M. - Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Respiratory Disease in Horses, Part 2
April 1, 2004
By Dave Sauter, DVM, Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Respiratory Disease in Horses
March 29, 2004
Various sources indicate that respiratory problems rank second in importance to lameness problems in limiting the performance of athletic horses.
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Doctor's Corner: Preparation for Foaling
February 1, 2004
Preparation for Foaling - R. Paul Schwab, D.V.M.<
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2003 Aaep Annual Convention Review
January 30, 2004
By Dave Sauter, DVM, Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Artificial Insemination and Your Mare
January 30, 2004
By Brandi Holohan, DVM and Elizabeth Edmunds, DVM
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Doctor's Corner: Equine Tapeworms: A New Old Threat?
December 30, 2003
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Special Care and Nutrition of the Geriatric Horse
November 30, 2003
Prepared by The American Association of Equine Practitioners in partnership with Bayer Animal Health.
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Dr's Corner: RODENT CONTROL
November 30, 2003
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Doctor's Corner: Common Problems of the Equine Eye
October 31, 2003
By R. Paul Schwab, D.V.M. Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Doctor's Corner: Veterinary Tips for Boarding Stables
September 30, 2003
By Dave Sauter, DVM, Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
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Doctor's Corner - Caring for the Weanling Foal by R. Paul Schwab, D.V.M.
August 31, 2003
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Understanding Laminitis, pt 2 by David Sauter, DVM
July 31, 2003
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Understanding Laminitis, pt 1
June 30, 2003
Spring is in full force and with it comes a higher incidence of laminitis. Laminitis is a disease of the foot that affects the lamina within the hoof capsule. Exposure to large amounts of lush green pasture is one of many causes of laminitis.
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Equine Vaccination Guidelines
May 31, 2003
Now that spring is here, it's time to think about getting your horse vaccinated. Spring, summer and early fall are the seasons when most horses are transported and exposed to other horses from all over the country. And now we have a new threat, West Nile Virus, which will almost certainly stay with us for a while.
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Life in a Horse Trailer
March 31, 2003
In this installment of the Doctors' Corner we'll examine the kinds of stress trailering puts on a horse and the associated medical concerns, followed by measures that encourage safer, healthier transport.
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Questions for the Equine Dentist are Just a Click Away
March 31, 2003
"Eruption of the permanent teeth begins at about 1 year of age for the first molar. From that time until the horse is five years old he will lose those 24 deciduous (baby) teeth and will erupt 36 to 44 adult teeth. This cacophany of conflicting influences occurs in the young horse's mouth at the same time that he is often in training or competition.
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Stallion Management / West Nile Disease Update
January 31, 2003
Stallion management is a topic that frequently gets overlooked. There are numerous articles and discussions centered on broodmare management and care. The stallion as a subject is often neglected.
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Magnifico's Return To Paradise
December 31, 2002
Magnifico’s story is as interesting as any. A complex Arabian who ran for his life at the track and won, he had lost his way with humans. What had taken place will never be known or admitted. I ache for what he must have endured, because when he came to me in the late winter of ’96, he had no use for me or anyone for that matter.
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