by Jen Davis | Feb 27, 2023 | Equine Health
When a horse stands naturally, its stifle is locked into a weightbearing capacity. When this occurs, the medial patella ligament fastens over the end of the femur (medial trochlear). When the horse goes to move, this patella ligament slides back over the medial...
by Jen Davis | Jan 30, 2023 | Events, Staff News
February is Ovarian Cancer Awarness Month, which is a cause close to our Clinic Coordinator, Hannah Catton’s, heart. At an unthinkable age of 24 Hannah was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer, and is now sharing her story and raising funds in hopes that it will help...
by Jen Davis | Jan 30, 2023 | News, Services
Southwest Equine will continue to offer our popular regular travel day to various areas around the south-west. These are based on current client demand, so are subject to change. We will, of course, let you know if this occurs. PORTLAND & SURROUNDS Every Monday...
by Jen Davis | Dec 1, 2022 | Equine Health, News
Granulosa cell tumours are the most common reproductive and sepecifically ovarian tumours to affect mares. They are benign, often unilateral but functional in nature but may have adverse effects on both cyclicity and behaviour. Mares with granulosa cell tumours...
by Jen Davis | Dec 1, 2022 | Equine Health, News
Due to the ridiculous amount of rain the South-west (and everywhere else) has been experiencing of late, skin conditions such as ‘Dermo’ are common at the moment. Read here a bit about it, as it is a good one to avoid! The condition of dermatophilosis, or “Rain scald”...
