The holidays are in full swing now and for most people this means pulling out the decorations and stringing them through our homes and barns, but there are some precautions you should take if you plan to decorate your hooved friend’s barn, stall, or fences. Greenery can be very pretty, but you should proceed cautiously. Continue reading “Deck the Stalls with Boughs of Holly: Holiday Safety Tips For Decorating Your Barns and Stalls”
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Update: Eastern Equine Encephalitis reported in Michigan
The staff at Michigan Large Animal Associates understands there may be concerns in our area for Eastern Equine Encephalitis and wanted to share some facts regarding the care and protection of your horses and donkeys. Eastern Equine Encephalitis is a virus spread to horses through the bites of infected mosquitoes. The Clinical signs develop rapidly,Continue reading “Update: Eastern Equine Encephalitis reported in Michigan”
Calving Season Tips
Calving season is in full swing, and with that, we wanted to offer calf care tips to help the little ones thrive. Healthy calves begin with healthy cows. Cows that are vaccinated for prominent diseases have much higher quality colostrum, or first milk, than unvaccinated cows. It is this first milk that provides the calvesContinue reading “Calving Season Tips”
Vaccination Season!
The spring season is upon us and planning your Horse’s preventative care program should be underway. The American Veterinary Medical Association defines core vaccinations as those that protect from diseases endemic to the area, public health significance, highly infectious or causing severe disease and those required by law. Core vaccines are safe, effective and haveContinue reading “Vaccination Season!”
Fecal Egg count Exams are Important!
What is a fecal test? Lab exam done on a fresh sample of manure from your horse to give information about parasite infection status and if the deworming regimen is effective at controlling the parasites your horse comes in contact with. Test looks for: Are Intestinal parasite eggs present What type of parasite is layingContinue reading “Fecal Egg count Exams are Important!”
Now Offering Equine Spinal Manipulation!
Equine Spinal Manipulation is a manual therapy, which can be used for many health and performance problems. It focuses on the biomechanical dysfunction of the spine and its effect on the entire nervous system throughout the body. Book your appointment with Dr. Cadena!
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Equine Spinal Manipulation
Equine Spinal Manipulation is a manual therapy, which can be used for many health and performance problems. It focuses on the biomechanical dysfunction of the spine and its effect on the entire nervous system throughout the body. Dr. Christy Cadena, will be partaking in a continuing education program at The Healing Oasis Wellness Center. HerContinue reading “Equine Spinal Manipulation”
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