Dr. T’s Equine Clinic

07/30/2023

04/12/2023

Learn what to expect during your mare's labor and delivery process, as well as what to watch for in your newborn foal.

03/24/2023

03/22/2023

Here is some very timely and important information courtesy of the horse doctors at Pine Ridge Equine Hospital :

As we are in the midst of foaling season, let’s talk about what is normal and abnormal. The placenta is made up of two major parts: the red bag (chorioallantois) and the white bag (amnion). The red bag attaches to the uterine wall, which allows the exchange of nutrients and oxygen to the fetus. In a normal delivery the amnion is visible and characterized by a white appearance. A red bag delivery is characterized by a red velvety appearance.

A red bag delivery is considered an EMERGENCY as it signifies premature separation of the placenta leading to a lack of oxygen to the fetus so **you need to intervene immediately.** The red placental membrane should be opened carefully to release fluid, the foal should be delivered/pulled with your assistance and then stimulated to breathe. Foals may develop problems associated with lack of oxygen even though they appear normal at birth.

If your mare is having or had a red bag delivery, you need to call your horse doctor ASAP!

03/22/2023

Our equine nutritionist offers feeding advice to minimize the risk of impaction colic in senior horses.

03/20/2023

Allergies are common in horses. Here's a look at how veterinarians and owners can identify the causes.

03/02/2023

"This horse is 3 out of 5 lame."
You've probably heard a similar statement many times when it comes to describing lameness in horses. But do you ACTUALLY know what a person is talking about if they use this expression?

Because each horse has unique performance characteristics, evaluating lameness can be challenging; lameness may appear as a barely noticeable shortening of the stride, or the condition may be so severe that the horse will not bear weight on the affected limb. With such extremes possible, the AAEP developed a lameness grading system that is used by most veterinarians in the U.S. The AAEP lameness scales aids both communication and record-keeping and ranges from zero to five, with zero being no perceptible lameness and five being most extreme.

When lameness occurs or is suspected, you should contact your veterinarian promptly. An early examination can save you time, money and frustration by diagnosing and treating the problem immediately, possibly even preventing further damage.

Read more about lameness in horses on our website at https://aaep.org/horsehealth/lameness-exams-evaluating-lame-horse and consult your veterinarian to learn how you can become a better observer and steward for your equine friend!

03/02/2023

Another win for Slym Shady and Carley Cervi!!!

01/31/2023

DID YOU KNOW?

Puncture wounds in the foot qualify as medical emergencies, due to the amount of vital structures just beneath the sole that can be physically damaged and/or contaminated with bacteria when they are penetrated by a sharp object.

If your horse steps on a nail or other sharp object and it remains embedded in the hoof, resist the temptation to pull the nail out and consult with your veterinarian first. Leaving the nail in place will allow the vet to take x-rays of the foot before removal, which helps to identify exactly what structures have been penetrated, and to plan the most appropriate strategy for dealing with the situation.

If your veterinarian advises, carefully remove the nail to prevent the horse from stepping on it and driving it deeper into the hoof cavity. As you remove it, be sure to mark the exact point and depth of entry with tape and/or a marker so the veterinarian can assess the extent of damage. Apply antiseptic to the wound, and wrap to prevent additional contamination while you wait for your appointment.

Penetrating hoof wounds can be extremely serious and shouldn’t be underestimated. The prognosis for successful recovery depends on quick action to identify the path of the nail, treatment of potential infection and mechanical damage to the foot, and proper aftercare. As always, consult your horse doctor for more information and advice!

01/29/2023

Long article but definitely worth the time it takes to read it

Time is life for a foal. Here's a look at the top causes of illness in newborn foals and how to manage a sick foal.

01/28/2023

The key to preventing the "pergolide veil" when starting or increasing pergolide/Prascend is to titrate the dose and, when possible, use APF. More details here: https://bit.ly/2Nm87Zu. Scroll down to the proceedings from Dr. Eleanor Kellon's presentation from the 2015 NO Laminitis! Conference titled ANCILLARY SUPPLEMENTS FOR HORSES WITH LAMINITIS AND METABOLIC SYNDROME. Proceedings may be downloaded free.

01/13/2023

01/09/2023

Oh my

"If you love them and want them well mannered, geld 'em." 😉

01/07/2023

Congratulations to Curtis Crenwelge for such a beautiful filly by One Dashing Eagle and the mare Braggin Bout My Zoom. Definitely the look we want to see in more ways than one. For a moment all is well in the world.