EQUINE HEALTH CARE AND BLOGS
Blogs from Loch Leven Equine Practice
Welcome to our blogs where you can find more detailed information on common ailments and frequently asked horse care and equine veterinary questions from a trusted source.
Please feel free to enjoy and share them with anyone who might find them useful, but please do not copy for commercial purposes without prior consent.
If you have any questions relating to any of the content below then our team are delighted to help.
Weight loss in horses
Most horses in the UK are overweight, but horse’s that are too thin may have underlying health concerns.
Sweet Itch in Horses
Sweet itch is caused by an allergic reaction to insect bites, usually associated with the Culicoides midge. Find out how to. prevent or manage sweet itch.
Surgery in Horses and General Anaesthetic
Surgery in Horses and General Anaesthetics Putting your horse through a general anaesthetic isn’t a subject that we like to think about- that is until
Recognising Pain in Horses
When your horse is on anti inflammatory medication, it is important to know to be able to recognise the signs of pain
Navicular Syndrome
Navicular syndrome is a relatively common cause of forelimb lameness and the term is used to describe many different causes of pain from the navicular region – not just the navicular bone itself.
Male horse Hygiene
Male horses can require their sheath and penis to be cleaned to avoid infection and urinary problems.
Kissing Spines
Primary back pain associated with the bones of the back is more commonly referred to as ‘Kissing Spines’ – although there are other causes of bony back pain as well (eg articular facet or joint disease).
Joint Infections in Horses
Joint infections are the most common cause of emergency surgeries at our clinic.
Hormonal issues in mares
Cyclical changes in reproductive hormone levels can cause altered mood and behaviour in horses as well as humans.
Equine Influenza
We explain what equine flu is, and how to prevent and manage an outbreak.
Gastric Ulcers in Horses
Gastric ulcers can affect all types of horses and the only way they can be diagnosed is with a gastroscope.
