Prepping for the Upcoming Season: Set Yourself Up for Success
Monday, March 19th, 2018
Establishing a routine to build fitness and completing integral health checks can help prevent injury and pave the way for a successful season.
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Equine Clinical Case challenge: Acute Neck Stiffness
Tuesday, March 13th, 2018
A 13-year-old Thoroughbred gelding used for eventing presented with acute neck stiffness after a fall. He was reluctant to actively bend the cranial aspect of his neck to either direction.
Clinical Case Challenge: Just another case of idiopathic IMHA?
Monday, March 12th, 2018
A six-year-old, female spayed terrier mix originally presented to her referring veterinarian for a two-week history of lethargy and inappetence.
Equine Clinical Case Challenge: Behavioral Changes and Decreased Appetite
Wednesday, February 21st, 2018
A six-year-old Morgan mare presented with the primary complaint of behavioral changes, decreased appetite, especially for grain, and being very uncomfortable when ridden.
Ensuring Peak Performance: The Role of Veterinary Delegates at Competitions
Thursday, December 28th, 2017
In internationally-sanctioned competitions, horses must pass a number of inspections, most notably, “the jog”—overseen by a veterinary delegate and the ground jury to ensure the horses are fit to compete.
Exploring Equine Recurrent Uveitis and How You Can Treat It
Wednesday, December 20th, 2017
Up to 25% of horses in the US may suffer from equine recurrent uveitis, which can lead to blindness or even loss of the eyes.
IRAP Therapy from A to Z
Friday, November 3rd, 2017
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of lameness in horses. While it is incurable, there are effective treatments available to reduce inflammation and pain associated with the disease.
Clinical Case Challenge: Blepharospasm of the Right Eye
Friday, November 3rd, 2017
History An 8-year-old spayed female Boxer was presented for a 3-week history of blepharospasm in the right eye. Her primary care veterinarian had initially diagnosed a corneal ulcer and prescribed neomycin/bacitracin/polymyxin ophthalmic ointment. The ulcer… Read More
7 Activities for You and Your Pets During the Winter and Holiday Season
Thursday, November 2nd, 2017
Oftentimes, winter months and the holiday season mean hectic schedules, but it is important during these times to not forget about the needs of our pets.
Equine Clinical Case Challenge: Ulcerated Skin Mass of the Fetlock
Tuesday, October 31st, 2017
A 10-year-old draft-cross was presented to the Hospital for Large Animals at the Cummings Veterinary Medical Center for evaluation of a ulcerated skin mass overlying the lateral aspect of the left hind fetlock.
