Video Series: Preparing for Horse Care, A Lifetime Strategy
As a horse owner, you’re going to find that you need a lot of resources to care for your horse. And when it comes to managing health conditions and injuries, you’ll likely be getting advice from many individuals—your trainer, your barn manager, your veterinarian. Your horse’s vet, however, is your main partner in your horse’s care. In this video brought to you by CareCredit, Wendy Krebs, DVM, of Bend Equine Medical Center, explains why working with your veterinarian is important for navigating the many health-care choices you’ll make for your horse over the years.
“It’s great to make treatment decisions a two-way conversation,” said Krebs, “and to make sure you understand why your veterinarian is recommending what they are for your horse and that you truly understand all the details of the treatment program and that it’s something that works for you and your horse.”
Starting that conversation early is crucial for a successful (and less expensive!) outcome. Learn how working with your veterinarian can help resolve specific conditions, such as colic and gastric ulcers, in Part 3 of our video series:
Watch the rest of the Preparing for Horse Care video series.
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