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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

Only YOU can Protect MA from Contagious Diseases
Internet shopping for a horse can be incredibly convenient and allows for purchases and sales

Goats Eat Strange Things…But They Shouldn’t
In an ideal world sheep and goats would live on a diet consisting entirely of

What is SAA – and Why does it Matter?
SAA = Serum amyloid A. SAA is found in very low quantities in normal horses.

Advances in Diagnosing Cushing’s Disease
Equine Cushing’s Disease is caused by a benign tumor of the pituitary gland in the

So Much POOP, So Little Room – How to Manage Manure to Decrease your Horse’s Parasite Exposure
Because worms have developed (and are continuing to build) resistance to deworming drugs, horse owners