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.

Please Note: We can only answer questions for the current month's topic. QUESTIONS POSED THAT ARE IRRELEVANT TO THE MONTH'S TOPIC, WILL NOT BE ANSWERED.

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.

If your horse is currently experiencing a medical emergency (i.e. colic, eye trauma, severe laceration, dystocia, etc.), contact your equine veterinarian immediately for medical attention!

Topic for February 12: Reproduction
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Are you considering breeding your mare or stallion this season? Pose your equine reproduction questions for this month's expert, Dr. Semira Mancill.

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2012

January - Wound Care (bandaging)
Join us in January as we return from the holidays to answer your questions concerning wound care in the winter and bandaging techniques with January's expert, Dr. Erin Denney-Jones.

2011

November - Corneal Ulcers
We are taking another month to answer your questions on equine ophthalmology regarding the specific topic of corneal ulcers. Pose your questions to this month's expert, Dr. Karen Unger on the topic of equine corneal ulcers.

October - Laminitis
If you have owned horses long enough, most know how painful laminitis can be to your horse. The old saying goes true when it comes to this disease, "No foot, No horse." Pose your concerns to our expert regarding this month's topic, laminitis, for Dr. Reece Myran from Edisto Equine Clinic.

September - Dental Care
Have you ever heard the phrase "Your horse is looking a little long in the tooth" and wondered what it meant? Get your answers for September's topic, equine dental care, by joining us and posing your questions to our expert, Dr. Etta Bradecamp from Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital.

August - Respiratory Problems
Do you have questions concerning respiratory problems and your horse? Pose your concerns to this month's expert, Dr. Tanya Balaam-Morgan.

July - Internal Parasites
Owning horses can be difficult, but becomes even more of a challenge when trying to decide which dewormer to use. Pose your questions to our month's expert concerning internal parasites for Dr. Dennis French during July's "Ask the Vet" forum.

June - Equine Ophthalmology
Pose your equine ophthalmology questions for this month's expert, Dr. Amber Labelle.

May - Insulin Resistance/ Cushing's Disease
Confusing as it may be, Insulin Resistance and Cushing's Disease are not one in the same. Pose your questions concerning either of these topics for this month's expert, Dr. Frank Reilly.

April - Rehabilitation from Injury
Do you have a horse that has recently had surgery, but getting bored in the stall? Pose your questions concerning equine rehabilitation after an injury to this month's expert, Dr. Karen Blake.

March - Nutrition
With so many feeds and supplements on the market, how do you know what's best for your horse? Pose your nutrition questions to this month's expert, Dr. Lydia Gray from SmartPak Equine.

February - Equine Reproduction
The breeding season is well upon us. If you have questions concerning your breeding program, pose your questions for this month's expert, Dr. Katherine Joos, regarding the topic of equine reproduction.

January - Exercise and Training Management in the Horse

2010

November - We are Taking the Month of November and December Off
The AAEP staff would like to wish you and your equine family a safe and happy holiday season. We will be taking the month of November and December off from "Ask the Vet". We hope that you will join us again in January 2011 to pose your questions. Until then, enjoy your rides!

October - Preventative Care: Getting Your Horse Ready for Winter
Is your horse ready for the winter? Are his vaccinations up-to-date and deworming schedule in order? Pose your questions to this month's expert, Dr. Reece Myran, regarding the topic of preventative care: getting your horse ready for winter.

September - Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
Pose your questions to this month's expert, Dr. Amy Poulin-Braim concerning the frustrations of dealing with chronic non-healing wounds.

August - Equine Complementary Therapies
Are you curious about using complementary therapies in conjunction with modern medicine? Pose your questions to this month's expert, Dr. Heather Farmer, concerning equine complementary therapies (acupuncture/chiropractics).

July - Equine Husbandry/ Recognizing Problems and Communicating with your Equine Veterinarian
This month's expert, Dr. Nanette Chastine, is available to answer your questions concerning equine husbandry or recognizing problems and communicating them effectively with your veterinarian.

June - Nutrition and Supplements
Trying to know what to feed your horse is hard enough, let alone adding supplements to his daily ration. Pose your questions regarding the topic of nutrition or equine supplements during the month of June for this month's expert, medical director/staff veterinarian Dr. Lydia Gray with SmartPak Equine.

May - Equine Ophthalmology
Send your questions, during the month of May, to this month's expert, Dr. Amber Labelle, regarding the topic of equine ophthalmology.

April - Skin Conditions
Spring is in the air . . . and so come the allergies, biting insects, flies, etc. Skin conditions are certainly aggravating, but more so when they include your horse. Pose your questions to this month's expert, Dr. Etta Bradecamp, on the topic of skin conditions.

March - Foaling Injuries and Complications
The foaling season is in full gear and with that often comes complications and injuries. Join us during the month of March to pose your questions concerning foaling injuries and complications to our expert, Dr. Jennifer Schleining.

February - Advanced Technologies in Lameness Diagnosis
Lameness in the horse is a situation that we, as horse owners, will at some point have to face. Diagnosing that lameness is often harder than treating the condition. Pose your questions for this month's expert, Omar Maher, DV, DACVS from the New England Equine Medical and Surgical Center, regarding the topic of advanced technologies in lameness diagnosis.

January - Equine Reproduction
With the equine breeding season in nearly full swing, join us during the month of January to pose your questions concerning breeding issues for the month's expert, Dr. Ben Espy.

2009

December - We are taking the month of December off from "Ask the Vet"
The AAEP would like to wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season. Please join us in January when we will return to answer your questions regarding your horse's health.

November - Racehorse Health
Whether you own a Thoroughbred, Standardbred or Quarter Horse, veterinary experts on the AAEP’s Racing Committee will answer your questions regarding racehorse health during the month of November.

October - Surgical Treatment for Upper Airway, Reproduction, Bone or Muscle Diseases
If your horse has ever encountered any of these conditions, pose your questions to Dr. Justin Harper. We will answer questions concerning surgical treatment for upper airway, reproductive, bone or muscle diseases.

September - Gastric Ulcers
Is your horse experiencing some of the common signs of gastric ulcers? Pose your questions to this month's expert, Dr. Doug Thal, regarding the topic of equine gastric ulcers.

August - Understanding Equine Insurance
Equine insurance can be confusing and frustrating when deciding what is right for you and your horse. Pose your questions for this month's expert, Dr. Nat Messer, on the topic of equine insurance.

July - Lameness Diagnostic and Treatment
If you own horses long enough, you understand how frustrating it can be when lameness bears its weary head. Pose your questions to this month's expert, Omar Maher, DVM, DACVS from the New England Equine Medical and Surgical Center (NH), on the topic of equine lameness diagnostics and treatment options.

June - General Health and the Pre-Purchase Examination
Interested in purchasing a horse or have a general horse health question? Pose your concerns to this month's expert, Dr. Silvia do Valle concerning general healthcare for the equine athlete and the pre-purchase exam and why it is so important to both you and the horse you are looking to buy.

May - Traveling With Your Horse
With the show season nearly in full swing, make sure that you and your horse are fully prepared for the travels ahead. Pose your questions this month for Dr. John Poe on the topic of traveling with your horse.

April - What to Expect During a Colic
If you have ever had a horse colic, you know that the time between making the call to the vet and waiting for the vet is frustrating. Find out what you should do during this time while waiting for the veterinarian. Pose your concerns regarding the topic of what to expect during a colic, to this month's expert, Dr. Jennifer Schleining.

March - Nutritional Supplements
Concerned about what you might be adding to your horse's diet? Pose your questions for this month's expert to Dr. Lydia Gray concerning equine nutritional supplements.