by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Aug 12, 2016 | Health and Wellness, Horseman 101, Resources
This printable schedule provides for an effective parasite control program. Good pasture sanitation and rotation, along with composting and avoiding ground-level feeding can dramatically decrease exposure. It is no longer necessary to tube deworm horses. Paste...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Aug 3, 2016 | Horseman 101
Owning a horse can be a big investment in time, money and emotion. Unfortunately, horses seldom come with a money-back guarantee. That’s why it is so important to investigate the horse’s overall health and condition through a purchase exam conducted by an equine...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 29, 2016 | Health and Wellness, Horseman 101
FVEP uses following deworming schedules for normal adults: Low Shedders April – MOXIDECTIN (not to be used in horses less than 6 months in age, small ponies, or minis) November – MOXIDECTIN + PRAZIQUANTEL COMBINATION (Quest Plus) or IVERMECTIN + PRAZIQUANTEL...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Horseman 101
Many reading this article are probably very aware of the medical costs that can be accrued if your horse falls ill. Colic surgery can range from $2,000 to $12,000 depending on the condition; the newest lameness treatments such as stem cell therapy, IRAP, shockwave...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Common Maladies, Horseman 101
You are a “horse person”, so you know about that one truly special horse. He was the horse that was a friend when you really needed one, who did not judge. Maybe she’s the horse that really taught you how to ride, or was there when you needed to get away and unwind...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Featured resources, Health and Wellness, Horseman 101
Parasite resistance occurs in two forms and is now well recognized. This changes how we should deworm our horses and requires a new and smarter approach. Adult horses are resistant to parasites at variable levels, in addition to parasites developing resistance to all...
