Strangles in horses: signs, diagnosis and prevention A clinical guide from Glasgow Equine Hospital & Practice, with Vikki Scott (BVetMed MSc DipACVIM MRCVS), an RCVS Recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine at Glasgow Equine Hospital & Practice, University of Glasgow. Summary Strangles, caused by the bacterium Streptococcus equi subspecies equi,…

Why a Winter MOT for Your Horse? Winter is a good time to take stock of your horse’s overall health. Workloads often change, turnout can be limited, and underlying problems such as dental pain, eye disease or early laminitis risk can be easier to miss. Our Winter MOT is designed…

When we think about equine dentistry, many people still imagine a quick file and polish—just enough to “take the sharp edges off.” But the truth is, modern equine dentistry goes far beyond that. At Glasgow Equine Practice, we see dental care as one of the most important parts of keeping…

Why Dry Weather Followed by Rain Could Trigger Laminitis in Your Horse – And How You Can Act Early After weeks of dry weather, your paddocks might look parched. But when the rain finally arrives, the grass will grow rapidly – and so will the sugars within it. For horses…