Myelomalacia, also known as hematomyelia, is a progressive ischemic (local deficiency of blood supply) necrosis of the spinal cord. It is caused by injury to the spinal cord or disc disease. The necrosis begins at the site of the injury and then in time, moves in both directions, up and back. Symptoms include numbness and/or […]
Laminitis is a very painful, debilitating condition. It occurs when the Laminae ( a layer of keratinized epidermal and dermal tissue) which connects the hoof wall to the coffin bone separates. Laminitis can cause structural changes in the horse’s hoof resulting in lameness. Untreated, the coffin bone may eventually puncture the sole of the hoof […]
May Pet Holidays: National Pet Week – first week of May Be Kind to Animals Week – first week of May National Disabled Pets Day – May 3 National Dog Bite Prevention Week – May 15-21 Hug Your Cat Day – May 30 Go Fetch Food for Homeless Animals Month – May June Pet Holidays: […]
