P. tenuis (Parelaphostrongylus tenuis) – What You Should Know
P. tenuis (aka meningeal worm, M-worm, or brain worm) is a parasitic nematode (roundworm) that, when accidentally ingested by an aberrant host (alpaca, llama, sheep, and goat), can cause serious neurologic disease and/or death. The infective parasite travels to the spinal cord (meninges) and sometimes the brain, causing inflammation and damage to the nerves. It […]
Don’t Waste Hay this Winter – Get an Oral Exam
Most hardy New Englanders are more than prepared for winter weather, but as horses age, additional needs must be considered to make sure they are happy and healthy in colder temperatures. Most New England horses grow an impressive winter coat but that’s not the main thing keeping them warm while snow piles up on their […]