What Causes Horse Neck?

Overweight horses and ponies often develop fatty tissue deposits along their body. When these fat pads develop along the upper curve of their neck, the animal is said to have a cresty neck. How do I get rid of my horses Cresty neck? Addressing underlying metabolic issues, increasing exercise and Read more…

Can A Horse Catch Tb?

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the acid-fast bacilli of the genus Mycobacterium. Strains of this disease can affect mammals of all species, including humans, horses, cattle, cats, and dogs. Can a horse get tuberculosis? Horses are relatively resistant to tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis; however, they are Read more…

How Does Prp Work In Horses?

PRP is believed to stimulate tendon injury repair. PRP can be injected directly into a joint (i.e., intra-articularly) to treat osteoarthritis (OA). PRP has been hypothesized to help improve wound healing. In horses, wound healing after surgery or with an injury, can be slow and in some cases “proud flesh” Read more…

What Causes Purpura In Horses?

Causes of Purpura Hemorrhagica in Horses Streptococcus equi infection, (strangles) Respiratory tract infection, often from other strains of streptococcal bacteria. Viral infection. Vaccination against Streptococcus equi. How do you treat purpura in horses? Treatment. A veterinarian usually starts the horse on dexamethasone, a corticosteroid, which eases the immune reaction. In Read more…