Holistic Veterinary

Horse Feed and Care for Senior Equines

Written by Madalyn Ward, DVM

Watching the health of a senior horse decline is not only difficult to bear, but is also avoidable. Taking certain easily-managed steps to care for your senior horse holistically can mean the difference between suffering and enjoyable old-age. When considering your senior horse, be sure to assess nutrition, teeth, stress, metabolism and organ function. Then adjust your management and feeding accordingly.

Support for Tendon and Suspensory Ligament Injuries

Written by Holistic Horse

Symptoms: Affected area may be warm and tender to the touch, with swelling anywhere from the ankle to the knee. If you aren’t sure where the injury is, an ultrasound is recommended. The horse may attempt a resting posture while standing; stepping is heavy and painful.

Anatomy of a Tendon Injury

Written by Amy Hayek, DVM

Beware: when the shoulders get tight, tendons and ligaments of the leg could be in danger! The number one cause of sports injury (or pleasure injury) is muscle fatigue. The same is true for injury to tendons.

Pathology and Treatment of TMJ Disorders

Written by Neal J. Sivula, DVM, PhD, FAAVA

The temperomandibular joint (TMJ) has a critical function in both jaw function for mastication as well as the neurologic input for balance. [excerpted from 2010 AHVMA Proceedings)

Iridology Overview: The Eyes Have It

Written by Lisa Kemp

The eyes have long been considered the windows to the soul; iridologists use them as the avenue into the body. Applied to human health analysis for centuries, iridology is now being used as a tool to support equine health.