Big Head in Horses: Causes, Signs & Prevention
Big Head is a nutritional disease that can affect horses grazing certain tropical and warm-season grasses. Despi...
Horse Gelding: What Horse Owners Need to Know
Gelding, or castration, is one of the most common surgical procedures performed in male horses. It involves the ...
Clicker Training for Needle-Shy Horses: A Step-by-Step Guide
Does your horse become anxious, difficult to handle or unsafe when they see a needle or veterinarian approaching...
Head Shaking in horses: Causes, Signs and When to Call the Vet
All horses shake or toss their heads occasionally. However, frequent, repetitive or violent head shaking is not ...
Protecting Your Horse from Tetanus and Strangles: Why Vaccination Matters
Every horse owner hopes they'll never have to deal with a serious infectious disease - but unfortunately, tetanus...
Wounds and Lacerations in Horses | First Aid & Treatment Guide
Horses are unfortunately very good at injuring themselves. Wounds and lacerations can occur in the paddock, stab...
Greasy Heel in Horses (Mud Fever): Causes, Signs & Treatment
Greasy heel, also known as mud fever or pastern dermatitis, is a common skin condition affecting horses, particu...
Winter Care For Older Horses: A Practical Checklist
Winter can be particularly tough on older horses. As temperatures drop and pasture quality declines, senior hors...
Hendra Virus Vaccination for Horses
Hendra virus is a serious disease that can affect horses and people. at Vet Cross, the safety of our clients, th...

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