Archive for March 2018
Abnormal Heart Rhythm in a Thoroughbred Gelding
The heart is one of the most vital organs when it comes to overall health and performance for the horse, let alone any other species. If the heart stops, death quickly follows. There are many cardiac conditions and arrhythmias that can affect the horse, but overall, they are not very common thankfully. In this case…
Read MorePSSM in Horses; Thoughts and Considerations on Therapy Options
Polysaccharide storage myopathy (PSSM) is an increasing diagnosis in the equine community and is linked back to a group of conditions, referred to as ‘myopathies’. The problem of PSSM is becoming more commonplace, leaving many owners unsure as to what the condition is or how to best manage it. Like many other conditions, PSSM is…
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