What is NRF2 and should I use it?
As always, when some new product (or new use for an older product) hits the market, I am overwhelmed with questions from my equine clients about it. Over the …
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Use of Laser treatment in Veterinary Medicine
When we purchased our first laser in 2008, no other veterinarians in the area were using them for treatment of pets or horses. In 2011 we were one of …
Be careful using Bisphosphonates: Osphos and Tildren
Osphos and Tildren are in a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. People are using these drugs routinely as part of their “program”. I have resisted using these since they became …
Is this a Chiropractic issue?
A few weeks ago a very observant trainer called to schedule a yearling for a chiropractic evaluation. He was hoping an adjustment would improve the movement in the hind …
Use of Lasix in horses
Many people use furosemide (Salix, Lasix) routinely to help prevent bleeding in horses suffering from EIPH (Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage). In most cases, a dose of furosemide is given …
Equine Dentistry
Dental care in horses is as important as it is in people! Horses’ teeth erupt throughout life (grow) and so develop sharp points and cheek ulcers pretty rapidly. Dr. …
Equine Chiropractic and Equine Dentistry
Many people know that equine dentistry is important because sharp enamel points on the sides of the premolars and molars can cause sores (ulcers) along the cheeks– causing pain. …
Equine Chiropractic – Is a bone really out of place?
Many people think when the chiropractor says you are “out” that a bone is out of place. This is not true! The same applies to your horse. When we …
Equine Chiropractic – The problem with compensation
Every area of the body was designed with a specific job in mind. Every muscle and joint is programmed to use a specific range of motion. The whole body …