Equine Dental Examinations – What to expect2 years
Dental disease in horses was reported as early as the Romans but it wasn’t until recent times that a real focus on research into equine …Read More
Dapper’s Dramatic Rescue2 years
On the first wet morning in Waeranga in a while, the fire sirens were sounding and a call came into Franklin Vets Te Kauwhata clinic …Read More
The most common disease in horses2 years
Do you know 5 horses? Did you know that on average 1 out of every 5 of those horses (across variable age, breed, and career) …Read More
Mild winter + hot spring = bug paradise!2 years
This year we’re getting a lot of queries about mini invaders on horses. Most of us are familiar with the appearance of ticks but this …Read More
The danger time for laminitis prone horses & ponies2 years
Spring has sprung, which means the grass is growing and sunny days are ahead of us! The grass is also excited about the seasons changing …Read More
Pre-Foaling Examinations3 years
Foaling season is here and it can be a very nervous time, especially for first time breeders. There are a few simple things that can …Read More
Foaling3 years
There are a few options for foaling a mare. The first question to answer is if you want to foal your mare at home or …Read More
Pregnant Mare Management in Autumn/Winter3 years
Management of your broodmare through the autumn and winter is usually a quiet time. However, there are a few points that are important. The basics …Read More
Preparing your broodmare for spring3 years
We are all getting sick of the rain, cold and mud so it is hard to start thinking about warmer weather, foals being born and …Read More
Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID)3 years
Previously known as Equine Cushing’s Disease, PPID is a common hormonal dysfunction in horses. It can affect as many as 1 in 5 horses and …Read More
What happens if my foal is born with an extra foot?3 years
It has often been said that if there is “no foot, then there is no horse.” What this means is that horses do not cope …Read More