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Blog Archives
This is a space where all of us horse addicts can get together to discuss some serious topics related to horse health. I will be posting two to three answers a week to the questions you have about your horse’s health related issues. Keep in mind these are only my opinions and they are for informational purposes only. Please consult your veterinarian before treating your horse or pony for any ailment.In addition to answering questions from you I will be sharing some of the many articles that I have written. Also, I will try to keep you up to date on the latest developments in the world of equine health and nutrition.
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Considerations for Horse Owners Concerned About Bone Health
What should horse owners who are concerned about bone health be considering? If you have concerns about bone health, either in the mature performance horse or in the growing horse, we recommend working with your veterinarian. It is critical to…
Posted in Ask the Vet
How Do You Choose Between Bone, Joint, and Recovery Supplements?
When would you choose a bone supplement like SmartOsteo Pellets over a joint supplement, or a recovery supplement like SmartFlex Rehab Pellets? Joint health formulas such as the SmartFlex line, new SmartStride Ultra, and the wide selection of other quality…
Posted in Ask the Vet, Misc. Topics
Ask the Vet – Pressure hives, over-grooming, oats & more! – March 2018
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about pressure hives, whether or not it’s possible to groom too much, the do’s and…
Ask the Vet needs your questions for our April 2018 video!
Download our Roku App here! We know you have horse health questions, and we want to help! Each month, SmartPaker Sarah and Dr. Lydia Gray, SmartPak’s Staff Veterinarian and Medical Director, will answer questions submitted by you – our loyal…
Posted in Ask the Vet, Ask the Vet
Ask the Vet – Corn oil, wolf teeth, joint supplements & more! – February 2018
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about corn oil, removing wolf teeth, ways to cool down your horse after a hard…
Submit your horse health questions for the March 2018 #AsktheVetVideo
We know you have horse health questions, and we want to help! Each month, SmartPaker Sarah and Dr. Lydia Gray, SmartPak’s Staff Veterinarian and Medical Director, will answer questions submitted by you – our loyal subscribers, followers, fans, and friends…
Ask the Vet – Liniment vs poultice, EPM, Lyme & more! – October 2017
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about fruits and vegetables that are safe for your horse, the difference between liniment and…
Ask the Vet – Hoof packing, tying up vs colic, riding in the heat & more! – August 2017
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about what Lydia keeps in Newman’s journal, hoof packing, when is it too hot ride,…
Pre-Purchase Exams
Could you review the components of a typical pre-purchase exam? Which parts do you see as vital for any buyer? Which parts might you consider optional? – via HorseChannel.com A pre-purchase examination (PPE) in a horse is a “snapshot” of…
Posted in Ask the Vet, Misc. Topics
Moon Blindness
I have an Appaloosa/Paint mix, and my farrier once mentioned to me to be careful about moon blindness. What is it, what breeds does it affect, what can be done to prevent it, and once it’s contracted, what are the…
Posted in Ask the Vet, Diseases and Conditions
Summer Sores
We have had a few pasture horses develop “summer sores” on their lower lips, and I’ve heard it is caused by a fly-borne parasite. They were already wormed with Ivermectin about a month ago, which seems to be the most…
Posted in Ask the Vet, Skin, Coat & Hooves
Clipping A Horse’s Whiskers
With show season coming up, is it truly harmful to shave/trim a horse’s facial whiskers since they are “connected” to their brain cells? – via HorseChannel.com You’ve asked a fascinating question, as there’s much more to whiskers than meets the…
Posted in Ask the Vet
Ringbone
I recently discovered that my horse has ringbone. He is on a joint supplement for now but what else can you do to treat and prevent ringbone? What exactly is it and how long until I will see the side…
Posted in Ask the Vet, Lameness
Ask the Vet – Mane pulling, pre-purchase exams, sick horses & more! – June 2017
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about whether mane pulling is harmful or not, how to tell a horse’s age by its teeth,…
