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Author Archives: Kelly Allday

A Skeptics Guide to Buying Supplements

Paint horse running through pasture.

A trip down the horse supplement aisle at your local tack store will reveal enough health claims to make your head spin.  If you believed what’s written on the side of every bottle, you’d think these products could make sunshine come out your horse’s backside.  It can’t all be true—or medically necessary.  How do you tell the difference?

LubriSynHA Human Joint Supplement named the Official Joint Supplement of Boyd & Silva Martin Effective June 2021

LubriSynHA Human Joint Supplement named the Official Joint Supplement of Boyd & Silva Martin Effective July 2021 Simpsonville, Kentucky (July 7, 2021) Many of today’s top equestrians are in a constant search for health solutions that not only provide results, but are also safe and efficient. Today, Boyd & Silva Martin announce they have discovered […]

Is your Dog Prone to Joint Problems?

Breed specific dogs that are prone to joint problems and why – By Emily Daigle Joint problems are unfortunately common amongst all dog breeds. However, due to genetic predisposition, some breeds are more prone to developing joint problems such as inflammation (arthritis). While some cases result in discomfort and aches, the more dangerous kinds can […]

Brief Tips on How To Stay Active At Home

By Emily Daigle Even with social distancing measures loosening up, the thought of staying active at home still sounds ideal to some of us. If avoiding expensive gym memberships and crowded parks while maintaining your fitness goals sounds good to you, see below for brief tips on how to stay active at home. Everything calisthenics […]

Preparing For Summer Heat

By Emily Daigle The summer can be a great time to spend outside, however it is very important to take safety precautions for yourself, pets, livestock, and even local wildlife. The following is a list of tips to stay cool and calm in the summer heat. Water, ALWAYS It is extremely important to stay hydrated! […]

Training Your Dog During Quarantine

With everyone in isolation at home, some of us have resorted to traditionally dreadful tasks to mask the seemingly never-ending boredom. On the other hand, some of us have been blessed to spend every second with our dogs. I have found that my 8 year-old labrador isn’t as obedient as I thought he seemed. Then […]

How to Pick a Derby-Worthy Three Year Old

DR. Steven Allday weighs in picking a Derby Winner We equine vets are in a privileged position to see some of the best horses in the world come up through the system. Personally, I’ve vetted hundreds of racehorses over the years, and worked with more than a few Derby winners. So I get asked a […]

Preventing Injuries: See Your Horse Through a Vet’s Eyes

By Dr. steven allday, DVM I spend most of my time taking care of elite racehorses. You don’t have to have a thoroughbred in your barn to know that sometimes the medical needs of horses can be baffling. They might be performing well when suddenly they just seem “off.” They’re not as fast, not responding […]

Remembering that Special Horse – Horse Memorials

By Christian Ackman Losing a horse is devastating, regardless of the cause. Nothing can prepare you for the void you’ll feel after they’re gone. It can be very difficult to find a fitting memorial for your beloved horse. We have put together some ideas to keep your horse’s memory close even after they’re gone.  Getting […]

How to Safely Trim Dog Nails

By Christian Ackman Trimming my dogs’ nails is my least favorite thing to do to them. They dislike it, and the fear of making them bleed is always in the back of my head. However, since I’d rather do it myself than take them to the vet or groomers, I have schooled up on the […]