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Heart Problems

The horse’s heart is a fantastically effective organ, and a relatively uncommon source of any problems.  Nonetheless heart problems do occur, and can range in significance from being mildly performance-limiting,...

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Grass Sickness

Grass sickness was first diagnosed in Eastern Scotland in 1909 but still a “mysterious” disease. Thought to be related to Clostridia bacteria but also suspicion about clover species. Colic signs of...

Gastroscopy

See also STOMACH ULCERS Gastroscopy is the examination of a horse’s stomach (usually for the diagnosis of stomach ulcers) and requires a 3m+ long endoscope. We have the latest MedEquus...

Gastric Ulcers

Gastric ulcers are common and can affect up to 1 in 3 horses1. Gastric ulceration is the erosion of the stomach lining, usually due to excessive or severe exposure to...

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Foot Abscess

A foot abscess, also known as pus-in-the-foot is an extremely common condition, and one that can cause lameness ranging from moderate to non-weightbearing.  Fortunately, despite its dramatic appearance, foot abscess is usually a...

Foaling

Getting Ready The foaling mare should be taken to the foaling location at least 3-4 weeks before the expected foaling date, so that she can produce antibodies to the bugs present in...

Foxglove Poisoning

Foxgloves are, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful wild flowers with the very distinctive “bell-shaped” flowers. They can grow very tall, commonly reaching 1-1.5 metres and are commonly...