Advantages of Having an Ambulatory Veterinary Team
Most people are accustomed to bringing their canine or feline companion to a veterinary clinic, but what do people do when their companion is a horse or an alpaca? Loading the trailer and heading to a hospital can be stressful and inefficient. EquidDoc can help you and your animal on the farm with routine and […]
What You Should Know About Vitamin E
“Vitamin E” refers to a group of several fat-soluble compounds that function as antioxidants, most importantly in the neuromuscular system. In horses, we focus on alpha-tocopherol for which the minimum dietary requirement for maintenance is 500 IU (International Units) per day for an average sized horse. However, horses that have increased metabolic rates (i.e. performing […]
Top 3 Reasons to Microchip Your Horse (Or Goat or Alpaca)
While microchipping is routinely performed on the family dog and cat, microchipping horses and farm animals has not been considered routine until recently. Increased use of microchip technology is due in part to USEF requirements for competing horses, animal separations in the wake of increasing natural disasters, and the ever-present fear of losing one’s beloved […]
TOP FIVE TIPS & TRICKS: ORAL MEDICATIONS FOR YOUR HORSE!
It’s challenging to get your horse to take their medications! Whether stubborn or suspicious, administering a precise dosage of medicine is important for your horse’s health. After EquidDoc veterinarians leave the farm, here are some tricks for getting your horse to take their medicine! Flavors – Many oral medications such as phenylbutazone (bute) and doxycycline […]
5 Key Fitness Indicators for Your Horse by Veterinary Professionals
Success in the show ring or on the trail can depend on the fitness of your horse. Before starting an exercise program, assess whether your horse is fit enough to tolerate that specific level and type of activity. To ensure your horse’s exercise program is appropriate, consider the following five indicators commonly used by veterinary […]