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One of the most common conditions effecting soundness and performance lifespan of horses is osteoarthritis (OA) with some reports suggesting over 60% of lameness issues in horses are attributable to OA. OA is a slow, progressive disease of the joint that include damage to not just the bone but also the cartilage and soft tissue structures including joint capsule and supporting ligaments. The good news is that advances in veterinary diagnosis and management of OA allow us to identify OA earlier and support our patients and clients with more advanced treatments before the disease has limiting effects on performance. 

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Parasite Control Recommendations

Parasite control needs to be tailored to your horse’s specific needs, taking into consideration age, immune status/individual susceptibility, time of year, and management practices.  The following are basic recommendations that can be further tailored to suit your horse’s specific needs.

MATURE HORSES (>3 years old)

  • Small strongyles (cyathostomins) are the main parasite of mature horses, and these parasites are developing resistance to commonly used dewormers.

  • Horses vary in their susceptibility to small strongyles, and can be classified as Low, Medium, or High shedders based on fecal egg counts (FECs). 

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