Q: My 3-year-old filly has recently become very sensitive around her ears. There is a sheet of white scabs on the inside of each ear. What is this, and why is it causing her pain? Is there anything that...
Q: The vet says my 18-year-old gelding has a Grade 3 heart murmur. (It was only a 0.5 last year.) She suggested no strenuous exercise, but should I be worried about light trail rides and trotting? A: If you think...
In our Ask the Vet column, Dr. Lydia Gray answers your horse-health questions at horseillustrated.com/AskTheVet. Got a question for Dr. Gray? Send it to hc-editor@luminamedia.com and use subject line "Ask the Vet."Q: Have you ever heard of dewormer causing...
The Coggins test is an integral part in maintaining the health and welfare of the United States’ horse population. However, even though many horse owners in the U.S. are familiar with the test, few know much about the disease...
Q: I have a gray horse with multiple melanomas under his tail. Can these be treated or cured? Will they affect his daily health?
A: If you read the veterinary literature, you can find reports that 80 percent of...
Q: All of my horses are now retired from competing and I keep them at home where there aren’t other horses coming in and out of the barn. Do I need to continue to vaccinate them on the same...
Q: I just finished reading the article "Too Heavy to Ride?” and I have a question about rider weight in relation to back length. I read that back length affects a horse’s ability to carry more weight, and that...
Q: I own two off-track Thoroughbreds that live at home. I have been considering self-vaccination for my mare and gelding. Can you share with me pros and cons of not having my veterinarian do this task? A: Believe me, I...
Q: I have a 12-year-old Quarter Horse mare. She is very healthy but her teeth appear dirty. I have my three dogs' teeth cleaned because their vet said it's important to their health. I've asked my vet about cleaning...
One of the joys of owning a horse is the ability to explore new places, attend riding clinics, and show off your horse’s talent at events and competitions. All of these adventures usually require hauling a horse off the...
