Equine skin problems are uncomfortable and perplexing. Anna O’Brien, DVM, reviews common skin problems and what to do about them in this article. Equine veterinary hospital teams and the reps who call on them will benefit from reviewing this article and discussing the various treatment options. Source: Horse Illustrated, February 2016, page 57. (direct link unavailable) The … [Read more...]
Cozy barns create equine respiratory risks
Optimal ventilation is critical to equine respiratory health. Too much vs. too little is discussed in this email that horse owners received this week. This content can be used effectively on DVM websites, in blogs and newsletters. Source: Equus, January 11, 2016 email. A shut-tight barn may feel warmer, but the lack of air circulation allows ammonia fumes and dust to … [Read more...]
The new navicular paradigm
Navicular disease has gained well-deserved attention in the past two years. Lameness is a challenge for horse owners and veterinarians, regardless of what it is called. This article sets the stage for more comprehensive treatment of navicular disease and lameness. Equine veterinary teams and sales personnel servicing them will benefit from reading this story and discussing how … [Read more...]
Editorial – Royal Winter Fair: Number-one rated indoor horse show in North America
We learn more every day about the animal health industry as the list of publications and topics grows at Animal Health Digest. The story on horses at the Toronto, Canada, Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is a new discovery for me. Source: The Saddle Horse Report, December 14, 2015, page 28. (direct link unavailable) The pomp and circumstance is unlike most other events. As … [Read more...]
Consummate cowgirl
If you have ever watched rodeos, you’ll recognize Pam Minick. She will be presented with the Western Horseman Award during Ranching Heritage Weekend at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo place January 15 through February 6, 2016. Since 1973, she has competed, hosted rodeo broadcasts and served as emcee. She currently hosts two RFD-TV programs, Gentle Giants and The American … [Read more...]
Horse health by the season
This article gives horse owners a quick rundown of the most common seasonal health concerns from a veterinarian’s perspective. Barb Crabbe, DVM, provides tips to avoid health issues and a checklist that reminds horse owners what to prepare for. Source: Horse & Rider, January 2016, page 38-43. (direct link unavailable) Dr. Crabbe shares the top health care seasons from … [Read more...]
Runny nose
Horse owners will likely keep this checklist and photo-filled story on equine nasal discharge. The article will cause horse owners to notice their horses’ sniffles and consider calling their veterinarian. Veterinary hospital personnel will appreciate the resource, as well. Source: Equus, January 2016, page 26. (direct link unavailable) The color, odor, quantity and … [Read more...]
Draft horse revival
I remember from childhood eight huge sets of harness, halters as big as I was tall and horseshoes as big around as five-gallon buckets hanging in the barn. These were my great-grandfather’s who raised and bred registered Percheron draft horses in Southwest Iowa. Family outings to the Iowa State Fair, Midwest Old Settlers and Threshers Days, a brewery tour at Budweiser, plus … [Read more...]
State of the Equine Union
Highlights from an American Horse Publications survey that is sponsored by Zoetis show the state of the equine union in this article. It’s clear that the equine industry has stabilized and is perhaps growing slightly in terms of the number of people competing and the number of horses people own,” C. Jill Stowe, Ph.D., director of the University of Kentucky Agriculture Equine … [Read more...]
Sponsored Content – Manage acute founder and laminitis
Sled-runner hooves was how my grandfather drew attention to horses and ponies with founder. From an early age, it was common to see a foundered horse with severely overgrown hooves around where I grew up in Southwest Iowa. Most were backyard horses that ate grass in small lots. Occasionally, one would get into a grain bin, overeat and then founder. Seeing these animals struggle … [Read more...]
10 ways to help horses with heaves
Equine veterinarians and dealers will appreciate this extensive article as a resource when servicing horses and owners experiencing RAO (recurrent airway obstruction). Reps calling on equine vets and dealers may wish to share this article with customers as a resource for websites and for specific customers with chronic problems. Source: Equus, December 2015, page 42. (direct … [Read more...]
Crowning of the UPHA 2015 National Champions
The nearly 200 pages celebrating American Saddlebred horses, their owners, trainers and show results is a reminder of just how much passion, time and effort is involved in equine ownership. The current issue of The Saddle Horse Report is dedicated to the horses and people who participated in the American Royal show in Kansas City, Missouri. Source: The Saddle Horse Report, … [Read more...]
Sponsored Content – First-ever equine leptospirosis vaccine
Equine veterinarians, dealers and sales/marketing representatives who serve them will want to know about this e-blast delivered for Zoetis. Western Horseman has 160,000 subscribers, 20,000 web visits and 500,000 in total readership. Certainly, this large circulation will draw attention and create questions. The notice includes a link to a risk assessment tool, as … [Read more...]
Write ‘em, Cowboy: Celebrating Baxter Black
My father grew up on a traditional southern Iowa farm, moved to town and worked in the financial industry, but always followed Baxter Black. I still remember his laughter at the photocopies of Baxter Black articles he would send me. Speaking of Black, in an article in the September issue of Western Horseman, Red Steagall says, "Baxter looks out a window that is uniquely his … [Read more...]
Overview of the Merck-Henry Schein National Equine Veterinary Economic Study
Special Feature – The fall 2015 Henry Schein Animal Health Equine Solution Veterinary Magazine contains an impactful overview of the National Equine Veterinary Economic Study completed in 2013. Veterinarians have responded positively to the data and results. Source: Henry Schein Animal Health Equine Solution Veterinary Magazine page 12. Merck Animal Health and Henry Schein … [Read more...]
American Pharoah: Making history, what makes him run, ranking, personality
The latest issue of Equus is full of information about American Pharoah’s Triple Crown winner. He is the first horse in 37 years to win the Triple Crown (Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes) since Affirmed in 1978. American Pharoah joins a very exclusive group of equine racing athletes. A deep bruise in his left front hoof might have kept him from racing had it … [Read more...]