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The Value of the Pre-Purchase Examination
The pre-purchase examination (PPEX) is the most in-depth evaluation of a prospect horse performed by

Horse Emergency? EquidDoc has your back!
It’s almost impossible to be a horse owner and not encounter the dreaded late-night emergency

Lumps & Bumps: To remove or not to remove?
Skin is the largest organ of the mammalian body, and in the horse, it provides

A Review on Poo: Recommendations for Equine Deworming
The days of rotational deworming every 2-3 months are, and have been, in the rear-view

New England Winter with Your Horse
Will the Farmer’s Almanac be right or wrong? New England winters seem to be different

Heard Health Matters
Llama enthusiast? Alpaca breeder? Regardless of WHY you are interested in camelids, you should be

Impaction Colic & Tips for Prevention as the Seasons Change
It’s that time of year again, when the leaves start to turn, and the air

First Aid Kit & Care Blog 2021
Accidents happen, especially with horses, but what is most important is how you respond to

“Teeth & Sheath” Appointment: more than just a catchy rhyme!
Cool fall weather is approaching, and that gets us thinking about winter preparation and making

Equine Contagion Part 3: Strangles
Streptococcus equi subspecies equi, also referred to as strangles, strep, or S. equi, is a highly

Equine Contagion Part 2: Equine Influenza Virus (EIV)
Did you know a horse’s COUGH can travel the length of a football field? Keep

Small Ruminant Disbudding | Veterinarians in Worcester, MA
Ever wonder why some goats and sheep have horns and some don’t? There are some