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Horses + Emergencies

  • Injuries to the eye and surrounding areas of the head and face are relatively common in horses and ponies due to their inquisitive nature and as a result of "arguments" with each other and with structures such as stable doors, fence posts, trees, etc.

  • A fracture is a crack or break in a bone. Just about every bone in the body can be fractured but fractures of the bones of the limbs are of major importance in horses and ponies.

  • Ragwort is a tall plant with yellow flowers that contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which cause liver damage. Ragwort is mainly a concern for grazing livestock, such as horses and cattle. Although poisoning occurs over time, signs may develop suddenly once the liver fails, and the effects are irreversible.

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Phone: 540-364-4954
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