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My 19 year old arabian all of a sudden developed swelling in all 4 legs from the cornet to the knee. This has been going on for months now… It only happens after exercise (and yes always above and beyond with the warm up and cool down process)! The swelling will usually start some time between...

Okay so there's this horse I really adore and are looking at buying, but he tested positive in his right fore during the flexion test. We had to float him 5 hours to where I live because he's from a very rural area and no equine vets were available there or nearby. I will have to float him back...

I am thinking of buying a horse near Plymouth, MI. Can anyone recommend a vet for a PPE (I need x-rays done)? Thank you!

I just got my first horse and was wondering about things such as how often his teeth should be floated, hooves trimmed, etc. I know they should get wormers in the spring and fall and I know that you should alternate type of wormer so they don't become immune to the effects, but other than that...

I am looking over a "new client" form from a vet whom is coming to vet check the horse I am likely buying. In the form there is a part asking if we will allow the horse to have compounded meds. What is the difference between compounded and non compounded? Should I say "yes use them if needed"...

Hi, I'm hoping to get a horse vet checked within the next few days for buying.. I'm just wondering is it okay to have a short ride 2 hours before the vet comes? Giving it time to cool down and rest? It wouldn't be anything hard only popping over some trotting poles and a small cross bar :) Would...

I think my Shetland Pony mare may be in foal. I'm not sure though, because I don't think she has been with any stallions. I know there are a few geldings who are currently int he pen with her, and a few months ago there was an older colt who wasn't a gelding yet in there, so that's why I am a...