Doggy Diabetes
Katya was devastated when her veterinarian broke the news that her seven-year-old poodle had diabetes. “Maddie had always been healthy, so this really threw me…
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Understanding and preventing Colic in horses
Colic is a scary situation. But there are ways to prevent it, and things you can do for your horse to make him comfortable while…
Understanding and preventing Colic in horses
Colic is a scary situation. But there are ways to prevent it, and things you can do for your horse to make him comfortable while…
Is it time to switch your pet’s food?
Are you and your dog or cat ready for a “pet food divorce?” I know it sounds rather dramatic! But I’ve seen too many examples…
Understanding hoof physiology
You can learn a lot about your horse’s health and background just by looking at his hoof physiology. Can you really learn about your horse’s…
All About Salt
Understanding and meeting your horse’s electrolyte needs. You know your horse needs salt. But what kinds of salts, and how much does he really need…
Heat and Cold Therapy
Heat and cold therapy are the“go-tos” for soft tissue injuries. Find out which you should use, and when. There’s nothing new about heat and cold therapy.…
The benefits of Arnica
Arnica is a common, readily available treatment that few people realize is homeopathically prepared. Arnica is easy to find in ointment form for application to…
Trimming The Special Needs Horse
Horses that are young, nervous, or sore need special consideration. Here’s how to help make them more comfortable when trimming. I trim a lot of…
Why is your dog aggressive?
If your dog becomes aggressive, don’t assume it’s a behavioral problem or that he’s just being “bad”. It could mean he’s ill or in pain.…
Spotting A Laminitic Attack
Recognizing the signs that your horse is in the early stages of a laminitic attack can mean all the difference to his future health and…
SIJC Injury or Hunter’s Bump
A complementary approach to hunter’s bump or SIJC injuries. Hunter’s bump is a commonly heard term in the barn. It refers to the subluxation of one…
