Gastric ulcers can affect a horse of any age and discipline. The majority of horses with gastric ulcers are under heavy stress, such as performance or race horses. However, retired pasture horses, non-performance horses, and even foals are susceptible to gastric ulcers. What are gastric ulcers? Gastric ulcers are erosions in the lining of […]
What is Eastern Equine Encephalitis? The Tennessee Department of Agriculture recently confirmed a case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in west Tennessee. Eastern and Western Encephalitis and West Nile Virus are transmitted by mosquitoes and, in rare instances, other bloodsucking insects. Of these, EEE is the most virulent in horses, causing a mortality rate of […]
What is laser therapy? Laser therapy uses an infrared laser light to harmlessly penetrate deep into tissues to reduce pain, reduce swelling, reduce inflammation, and speed healing. How does laser therapy work? The energy emitted by the beam of laser light is absorbed by the cells, and this energy is converted into chemical, not thermal, […]
