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Susan asked about her horse’s hooves…

Posted on March 4, 2010 by Dr. Dan

My horse was shod on Wed and pulled his shoes on Thurs.   He’s been barefoot now for 4 days and has not been turned out.  Because iof the extremely muddy conditions I’m considering not shoeing him this wk since … Continue reading →

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“Winter Woes” a Dr. Dan article…

Posted on December 22, 2008 by Dr. Dan

  The answer to winter woes is easy… simply move south! It worked for me, believe it or not – as a child I used to live in New Jersey! My southern accent now assures those who hear it that … Continue reading →

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About weight?

Posted on September 2, 2008 by Dr. Dan

Our 29 year old paint horse continues to lose weight.  He is bright and alert and has a good appetite but does seem to be metabolizing his food.  we live in south Texas which is a harsh environment, but we … Continue reading →

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Feeding to the region?

Posted on September 2, 2008 by Dr. Dan

I was wondering, since I have moved to the inland northwest, it seems to me that with less humidity, and higher altitude– (no fleas or ticks -they explode at this altitude!) it is a much healthierenvironment for  horses in general … Continue reading →

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Bots?

Posted on August 29, 2008 by Dr. Dan

Hi Dr. Dan, I just read an article about Bots.  Never really knew much about them but they sound scary.  My horse ( the one with the head-shaking that the Aller-check seems to be keeping at bay) is on your … Continue reading →

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Colic?

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Dr. Dan

Dr. Dan:  I own a 8yr old rocky mountain gelding that has colic twice in six months.  I switched over to oats, just add oats, red cal and weight check after the second colic.  Both situations- the weather changed cooler … Continue reading →

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Fly Predators and Diatomaceous Earth

Posted on August 27, 2008 by Dr. Dan

I have recently been given an article that stated if fly predators were used to help keep the fly population down that you should not feed your horses Diatomaceous earth as it would kill the predators.  Can you comment on … Continue reading →

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Mane and Tail?

Posted on August 27, 2008 by Dr. Dan

What natural vitamin or product can I use to help my horse grow a tnicker, longer and all around healthier mane and tail? Our single most beneficial product would be the Hoof Check supplement. Also, see the information on “What To … Continue reading →

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Gas Colic Prone Mare?

Posted on August 25, 2008 by Dr. Dan

I have a mare who has episodes of gas colic about 4 times a year.  It could be triggered by her hormonal system, and I’ve also noticed that she is prone to colic when there are drastic changes in the … Continue reading →

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