You have had your horse’s blood tested & may be curious as to what it all means. The following table contains a brief explanation of the Complete Blood Count (CBC) and Chemistry Profile...

What is Tying Up?

In its mild form, this is a relatively common condition that affects the muscles of the horse's hindquarters and back. Inflammation of these muscles causes pain and stiffness.

Preventative Health News

Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) was recently confirmed in a horse suffering from neurological symptoms residing in NewYork state. A report from the OMAFRA is attached with further information. Mosquitoes transmit the virus to horses. Due to the need for mosquitoes to transmit the virus the disease it is typically restricted the warmer months. At this time, horses showing neurological should be tested for EEE. We recommend yearly vaccinations of horses for protection from EEE.

There is an App for that!

July 23, 2012

Do you have an iPhone or an iPad? We have created an app for horse owners as a resource for information on equine health care and veterinary medicine. It provides answers to commonly asked questions about equine health management and veterinary care, divided in intuitive groupings that make it easy to find the information you are looking for. In addition, there are sections covering what is normal and what constitutes an equine health emergency. There are "how to" videos available. Interesting c

Confirmed Case of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy in Southern Ontario

January 20, 2012

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has been notified of a confirmed case of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), caused by equine herpes virus 1 (EHV-1), in Southern Ontario. A blood sample from a horse with severe neurological signs tested positive for EHV-1 in early January. The horse was euthanized after its condition deteriorated. Click on "Find out More" for the update from OMAFRA