Ask The Vet
Throughout the year, some topics generate more questions than others. Our
veterinary experts answer as many questions as possible based on their busy
schedules. The AAEP welcomes all of your questions, but recommends that your
equine veterinarian be your primary healthcare resource.
The opinions and answers expressed by each attending veterinarian during the
"Ask the Vet" forum are solely their views and opinions based on their
practice and not those of the AAEP, and should not be used as substitution
for diagnosis from your local equine veterinarian.
2008
April - Reproduction & Dental Care
We are covering both ends of the horse this month! Be sure to pose your reproduction questions for Dr. Ben Espy, or equine dental care concerns for Drs. Lynn Caldwell and Elizabeth Schilling during the month of April.
March - Supplements
Do you have questions concerning your horse's current diet in regards to the addition of a nutritional supplement? Pose your questions for Dr. Lydia Gray from SmartPak Equine, during the month of March, regarding supplements and your horse.
February - Equine Rehabilitation
Has your horse undergone a recent surgical procedure? Pose your questions this month for Dr. Justin Harper concerning equine rehabilitation.
January - Saddle Fitting
Is your horse experiencing back pain? Perhaps it's your saddle. Pose your questions regarding saddle fitting for Dr. Lyn Simmelink during the month of January.
2007
October - Equine Dental Care
Make sure your horse is ready for the winter, which also includes his dental care! Pose your questions concerning dentistry for Dr. Mary Delorey during the month of October.
September - Equine Nutrition
Do you have questions concerning your horse's current daily nutrition program? Pose your questions regarding equine nutrition to this month's nutrition experts Drs. Randel Raub and Karen Davison.
August - Skin Problems
Is your horse a little "itchy" this time of year? Pose your concerns regarding equine skin problems during the month of August for Dr. Elizabeth Callahan.
July - Equine Dentistry
Make sure your horse is on the right path this season with his dental care. Pose your questions for Dr. Richard Vetter during the month of July concerning equine dental care.
June - Alternative Therapies
Questions concerning equine chiropractics and acupuncture can all be answered by Dr. Heather Heiderich during the month of June.
May - Traveling With Your Horse
With summer just around the bend, traveling with your horse can pose a problem if you are not prepared. Questions concerning travel safety, stop-overs, proper papers and trailer prep are all fair game during the month of May for Dr. Heather Hoyns.
April - Deworming
Do you have questions concerning your horse's current deworming program? Pose your question during the month of April for Dr. Laura Chamberlain regarding equine deworming.
March - Ophthalmology
Eye conditions in the horse are certainly not to be taken lightly. Pose your questions regarding equine ophthalomology during the month of March for Dr. Danielle Bercier.
February - Cushing's Disease
Do you have a horse that has Cushing's Disease? Pose your questions for Dr. Emily Graves during the month of February regarding this health condition that affects many older horses.
January - Equine Reproduction
Are you trying to get your mare in foal or is she already expecting? Pose your questions during the month of January for Dr. Pete Sheerin regarding equine reproduction.
2006
December - EPM
Join us December 7th through the 19th when Dr. Laurie Shelton will answer questions concerning Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis or as we know it, EPM.
November - Equine Anatomy & Disease
Do you have questions pertaining to the equine anatomy or on an equine disease? Pose your questions through November 20th for Dr. Barbara Corson.
August - Lameness Rehabilitation
If your horse has ever experienced lameness, you, as a horse owner, understand the frustrations of bringing that horse back to work. Pose your questions to Dr. Ken Marcella during the month of August (1st through the 20th) regarding Lameness Rehabilitation: How to Bring a Horse Back.
July - Invasive Treatment of Lameness
Pose your concerns for Dr. Omar Maher from the University of California-Davis, during the month of July regarding various invasive treatments of lameness, which might include surgery, intralesional injections, etc.
June - What to Expect If Your Mare is NOT Pregnant
So you've bred your prize mare and now you have discovered that she is NOT expecting as you had hoped. Pose your questions during the month of June concerning what to expect when your mare is NOT expecting for Dr. Ben Espy.
May - The Pre-Purchase Exam
Have you found that perfect horse that will suit your specific need of riding? Just don't forget the pre-purchase examination. Pose you questions during the month of May for Dr. Amiee Eggleston concerning the equine pre-purchase exam.
April - Equine Dentistry
Is your horse dropping feed while eating or fighting the bit while riding? Perhaps he needs his annual dental examination. Pose your questions during the month of April concerning equine dental care for Dr. Rob Arnott.
March - Radiology & Its Utilization
Have you ever had to have your horse radiographed for some reason or another and didn't really know why? Pose your questions to our expert during the month of March, Dr. John Haupert regarding Radiology & its Utilization.
February - Stable Management
Do you run a boarding facility or have a few horses at your own barn? Pose your questions to February's expert, Dr. Lyn Simmelink regarding Stable Management.
January - Feed Supplements
Have you ever wondered what supplement is best for your horse or if you even need to feed a supplement? Pose your questions regarding feed supplements to Dr. David Ramey during the month of January.
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