Gamboa Veterinary Services

11/12/2025

Procedure than can be done at your farm.

11/08/2025

The temperatures here in South Florida are cooling down, and that means a significant increase of horses on the road! As the winter show season quickly approaches, horses from across the country and across the globe make their way down for a stacked season of competition.

While Palm Beach Equine Clinic is here to treat all needs, there are things that can be done to ensure a safe and healthy trip for your four-legged partner, including knowing the signs of shipping fever. Stay tuned to this multi-part series for the 4-1-1 on everything you need to know as you get ready to travel, or check out the full article at https://equusmagazine.com/horse-care/protect-your-horse-from-shipping-fever

11/06/2025

The start of the Winter Equestrian Festival is just around the corner. Now is the time to ensure all your FEI horses are correctly up to date with their required Vaccinations.

Since the beginning of 2025 it has been required to record the equine influenza vaccination details in the FEI HorseApp (Art. 1002 FEI Veterinary Regulations).

The digital registration of vaccination details will be strictly enforced as of 1 January 2026. Our Vet team at PBEC are experienced and ready to assist with the FEI HorseApp ahead of the 2026 season.

Why is the FEI HorseApp being used to register vaccination details?
• To ensure compliance with the FEI Veterinary Regulations.
• To contribute to faster and more efficient veterinary processes at FEI Events, including the Examination on Arrival.
• To help maintain accurate, traceable records for each horse.
• To actively improve biosecurity measures and promote high health standards across the sport.

11/04/2025

11/03/2025

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10/21/2025

Great advice. All are important and easy to follow.

Colic is not a disease, but rather a combination of signs that alert us to abdominal pain in the horse. Colic can range from mild to severe, but it should never be ignored, as many of the conditions that cause colic can become life threatening in a relatively short period of time. Only by quickly and accurately recognizing colic – and seeking qualified veterinary help – can the chance for recovery be maximized.

Virtually any horse is susceptible to colic, so management practices can play a key role in prevention. And although not every case is avoidable, the guidelines listed in the graphic can help you maximize your horse’s health and reduce the risk of colic.

As always, remember that every animal is different depending on age, breed and other health conditions, so be sure to work with your veterinarian to address any concerns specific to your situation!

10/16/2025

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10/16/2025

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10/02/2025

Dentistry is incredible important for the horse, and minor dental issues. An affect the performance horse significantly. Get your horse dentistry done once a year by a professional.

This much loved 34 year old horse pretty much emaciated (thin) when he was euthanised. Despite his owner piling in the food, he didn’t seem to recover from his thinness.

I was honoured to study him after euthanasia.

I was pretty upset to see the condition of his teeth.

Edited to add- the owner was not adequately educated to understand dentals are important.

Before I got into horses I thought my neighbour was crazy getting the equine dentist in. Now I realise.

In this case the last molar at the back is not being ground down naturally. The black you see is actually tooth.
It’s opposite tooth that should be in the upper jaw is missing.

This horse would not have been able to grind its food properly which I feel was a very likely cause of his thinness.

No other issues noted internally

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08/23/2025

One bee lives less than 40 days, visits at least 1,000 flowers, and produces less than a teaspoon of honey. Each tiny drop is the result of countless flights, endless work, and silent devotion. For us, it is only a teaspoon of honey, but for the bee, it is her whole life. A fragile being carrying the weight of an entire ecosystem on her wings. Thank you, bees! ❤

08/22/2025

"Walked into the kitchen and nearly passed out, thought it was a tarantula, but turns out this absolute unit is a wolf spider named Carl now. Instead of squishing him, I Googled him, and guess what? He eats brown recluses, black widows, cockroaches, basically everything I don’t want in my house.

So now Carl patrols the counter like a bouncer, and I just try not to breathe too loudly in his presence. Please don’t squish Carl. Carl is security."

08/22/2025

The South Carolina State Veterinarian's office was notified by NVSL on 8/21/25 of the seventh and eighth confirmed cases of EEE in horses in 2025. A 5-year-old unvaccinated miniature mare from Horry County was euthanized, and a 4-year-old unvaccinated Belgian gelding from Orangeburg County succumbed to the disease. A reminder to vaccinate against mosquito-borne diseases on a bi-annual basis is warranted, particularly in warm climates.