by Fay/Alex | Nov 5, 2023 | Blog
Equine Vaccinations: We all want the very best care for our equine friends and vaccination is vital in equine health management. They allow us to protect our horses against many infectious and potentially deadly diseases. Below is some of the more common recommended...
by Darling Downs Equine Unit | Nov 22, 2021 | Blog
The first few hours of your new-born foal’s life are critical and it is important to be able to identify those foals who may benefit from early veterinary intervention. Normal foals show a reasonably predictive pattern of behaviour after birth, and any...
by petpack | Aug 6, 2018 | Blog
The stifle is the horse’s equivalent to the human knee, and is therefore the junction between the bottom of the femur and the top of the tibia. The patella (knee cap) is a mobile structure that glides over the joint surface during locomotion, but can also be locked in...
by petpack | Nov 23, 2017 | Blog
Horse wounds often require vet treatment via suturing, bandaging or casting. Darling Downs Vets Westbrook Equine Unit is well equipped to handle major wound surgery. Complications of wound healing and solutions. In the last blog post we discussed first aid for horses...
by petpack | Oct 26, 2017 | Blog
Horses injure themselves often. Darling Downs Vets (Westbrook and Oakey) advise on first aid then prompt equine vet treatment to ensure optimum healing and cosmetic results. Horses as a species are particularly prone to sustaining traumatic injuries, making wounds a...
by petpack | Oct 18, 2017 | Blog
In our last bog post we reviewed the importance of strong immunity in newborn foals. Healthy foals also need strong, well conformed legs for successful growth and an ability to withstand the rigours of riding or competition. This article will describe some of the...
