Horse Health
Ask the Vet: Filling out in the Hip
Q: My 8-year-old Quarter Horse is on high-quality grain and a regular deworming program, but he's just not filling…
Ask the Vet: Ulcers and the Hard Keeper
Q: I have a 15-year-old gelding that I acquired last year. When I first brought him home he was…
Spring Shots for Horses
Spring is upon us, and it’s time for your veterinarian to check in on your horse. An annual vet visit…
Dental Anomalies in Horses
For the average horse with normal tooth development and regular oral exams, dental care is generally straightforward. Sharp enamel points…
Ask the Vet: Exercising Horses in Cold Weather
Q: It has been 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder here for weeks. Is it safe to work my horse…
Ask the Vet: Leaving the Barn Open in Winter
Q: My friend told me that it’s better to keep the windows open in the barn so fresh air circulates,…
Spring Conditioning for Every Horse
Your horse has had a nice rest over the winter months and you’re ready to put him back into steady…
Ask the Vet
Dr. Lydia Gray is the Medical Director and Staff Veterinarian for SmartPak Equine in Plymouth, MA, where she directs the…
Keep Your Horse Hydrated During Cold Winter Weather
An average adult horse drinks at least 10 gallons of water each day. Through most of the year, it's not…
Can Horses Get Frostbite?
Q: It's been bitterly cold at my farm this year—much worse than usual. My horses live outside, and they seem…