The old adage “no foot, no horse” has a ring of truth to it. The hoof is the foundation of the horse and the structure is only as stable and strong as its foundation. The feet, most commonly the forefeet, are a common source of lameness which can be attributed to the fact that horsesContinue reading “Hoof Care”
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Deck the Stalls with Boughs of Holly: Holiday Safety Tips For Decorating Your Barns and Stalls
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”
Have a Healthy Calving Season!
Spring is on its way again which means it’s time to prepare for the arrival of our spring calf crop. Remember, the biggest key to having healthy calves is to start with healthy cows. This means providing optimal nutrition for the mothers-to-be, as well as an up to date vaccination and deworming program. Vaccination ofContinue reading “Have a Healthy Calving Season!”
Coggins: What is it and why do we test annually?
Coggins season is upon us! But what is Coggins and what does it entail? Coggins is an infectious disease clinically called Equine Infectious Anemia or EIA. It is often referred to as Coggins because the scientist that developed the first effective and reliable test back in the 1970’s was Dr. Leroy Coggins. To thisContinue reading “Coggins: What is it and why do we test annually?”
Deck the Stalls with Boughs of Holly: Holiday Safety Tips For Decorating Your Barns and Stalls
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”
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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