Blog
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A Fine Line
Oct 23 2018
Poorly understood but widespread, white line disease (WLD) is an opportunistic fungal infection of the hoof. The fungi involved eat away the middle section of the horn wall, leaving behind…
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Senior Moment
Nov 29 2017
Everyone ages, including our horses. And much like ourselves, a horse’s strength and flexibility may diminish, along with his ability to ward off infection and illness with ease as he…
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Thanksgiving Safety
Nov 22 2017
While we naturally want to share our abundance with those we love–including our pets–this is definitely not a situation of “what’s good for the goose is good for the gander.”…
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Don’t Let Diabetes Get Your Pet Down
Nov 15 2017
Diabetes in your pets is no more fun than it is for humans. And though pets are more apt to develop the disease later in life, it can still cause…
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Big C Basics
Nov 07 2017
It’s a devastating diagnosis for pet parents to hear, but all too often the word cancer has to be discussed. Just because your pet has received this diagnosis doesn’t mean…
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New Lease On Life
Nov 01 2017
Whether they act upon it or not, few people would deny the importance exercise plays in health and longevity. This human truth holds true for dogs and cats, too, including…
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Frightful Folly
Oct 27 2017
It’s that time of year again when ghosts and goblins will be roaming about in search of tricks, treats, parties and fun. But what about pets? How do they fit…
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Checking the Vitals
Oct 20 2017
When your pet seems healthy and vibrant, a visit to the vet may be the last thing on your mind. But maintaining a routine schedule of preventive care exams is…
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No Laughing Matter
Oct 13 2017
Obesity is considered an epidemic in America with nearly 70 percent of the population categorized as overweight or obese. And the problem isn’t limited to people … over half of…
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Care That Makes Horse Sense
Oct 07 2017
With advances in care and nutrition, horses are living longer than ever. They are also maintaining active lifestyles into their late teens and early twenties, partnering with their owners to…