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Stay informed with our topical articles, all written by our equine vets.Heather Stephenson Bio
Growing up in Manchester I spent all my free time at my local riding school, and I was extremely fortunate to have my own horse and supportive patients who gave up their weekends to take me showjumping. This hobby soon developed into my passion, and after completing a BSc Equine Science (Hons) with Hartpury College, […]
Read MoreInfundibular caries treatment in the horse – Fillings!!
Bonita is a lovely, 21 year-old Welsh Cross mare whose owners ensure that her teeth are regularly examined and floated. Several years ago it was noted that her 209 and 109 (4th cheek tooth back on the upper right and left side) suffered from a condition known as infundibular caries. There are two infundibula in […]
Read MoreEquine Lice
Our horse’s thicker and longer coats over the winter months becomes an ideal breeding ground for lice, especially when we then cover them in a warm rug. The life cycle of the louse is complete within 4 weeks and eggs hatch 10 days after being laid. Eggs or nits are small (1mm), yellow-white in colour and […]
Read MoreRegenerative therapy
Lameness is a pain-avoidance strategy adopted by horses, and is a common cause of poor athletic performance and compromised welfare. Whatever the precise cause of pain (e.g. osteoarthritis, tendon injury), that pain is caused by inflammation. Inflammation is the cascade of chemical and cellular events that occurs following any type of tissue damage. By causing pain it alerts […]
Read MoreInfundibular Caries
Infundibular Caries is the name given to a condition affecting the upper molars of some horses. Horses have many adaptations in their teeth designed to help with the rough nature of their diet. One of these adaptations is the ‘infundibulum’. This is simply an extra area of enamel, one of the hardest compounds found in […]
Read MoreWinter Conditions
Colic Colic is a collection of clinical signs shown by a horse that indicate abdominal discomfort. Changes in management, especially if not made gradually, can precipitate episodes of colic. At this time of year, horses undergo a significant management change, coming in from pasture to spend prolonged periods of time in their stable. Therefore, we […]
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