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Joint Injections 101 | Equestrian Masterclass
Palm Beach Equine Clinic veterinarian Dr. Richard Wheeler breaks down joint injections in this recent Noelle Floyd Equestrian Masterclass. Demystify Joint Injections with Dr. Wheeler In this Equestrian Masterclass by Noelle Floyd, you will learn: What joint injections are, what they actually do, and how they’re used Why different types of injections are used, how … Continue reading Joint Injections 101 | Equestrian Masterclass
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Meet the PBEC Team: Dr. Caitlin Hosea
Get to know our team of equine veterinarians Read more about Dr. Caitlin Hosea by clicking here. Where are you from originally, and where did you complete your undergraduate degree? Dr. Hosea: I was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. I received my bachelor’s in animal science at the University of Kentucky with an … Continue reading Meet the PBEC Team: Dr. Caitlin Hosea
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Stallion Considerations Before Breeding Your Mare
While the traditional breeding process needs no explanation, there are multiple avenues available when it comes to producing a foal. It is important to understand your horse’s reproductive options before starting the breeding process, such as the different conception rates between fresh-cooled and frozen semen or how to guarantee a live foal out of your … Continue reading Stallion Considerations Before Breeding Your Mare
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The Benefit of Veterinary Medical Manipulation for Paralympic Gold Medalist Dolton
In order for top-level performance horses to compete at their best, they must have full range of motion throughout their bodies as well as the ability to move freely. When a horse is out of alignment, a joint, whether it is in the spine or elsewhere in the body, is restricted in its normal range … Continue reading The Benefit of Veterinary Medical Manipulation for Paralympic Gold Medalist Dolton
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Fostering Future Veterinarians
Palm Beach Equine Clinic Provides Veterinary Students Opportunities to Further Education and Career The path of veterinary medicine involves many years of devotion to education, both at the undergraduate and graduate level, prior to putting that knowledge into practice. Only a handful of those students choose to pursue equine medicine, and an even smaller subset … Continue reading Fostering Future Veterinarians
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Quick Intervention Helps Foal Return to Loving Family
Featured in The Plaid Horse A new life is something to celebrate, but when a newborn foal has complications and a fever of unknown origin, the fear can be overwhelming. For Robin Hogan of Myrland Stables in Davie, Florida, getting her newborn foal the help it unexpectedly needed was the first priority. Hogan fell in … Continue reading Quick Intervention Helps Foal Return to Loving Family
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Takeaways from Tokyo: The Olympic Experience from a Veterinarian’s Perspective
Dr. Jorge Gomez and Dr. Christopher Elliott were amongst the over 100 veterinarians on the ground supporting the equine athletes at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Jorge Gomez, MVZ, MS, DACVS, served as the Official Veterinarian for the Mexican Show Jumping Team and is a surgeon with Palm Beach Equine Clinic, and Chris Elliott, BVSC, … Continue reading Takeaways from Tokyo: The Olympic Experience from a Veterinarian’s Perspective
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Understanding Anhidrosis in Horses
Check out the August 2021 issue of POLO Players Edition and flip to the Equine Athlete section to read about anhidrosis. Palm Beach Equine Clinic veterinarians describe what a diagnosis of non-sweating entails for the sport horse, signs/symptoms, and best management practices to keep anhidrotic horses comfortable. Read about anhidrosis in horses by clicking here … Continue reading Understanding Anhidrosis in Horses
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Hoofbeats of Blue Melody: Pony Bounces Back After Foot Laceration
Featured in The Plaid Horse, Pony Edition of August 2021 Issue The old adage “no foot, no horse” is undeniably one of the truest statements when it comes to the horse. Many intricate structures compose this foundation, and the overall health of the hoof is paramount. So, what happens when a portion of your horse’s … Continue reading Hoofbeats of Blue Melody: Pony Bounces Back After Foot Laceration
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Combating the Heat at Equestrian Park with Tokyo Olympics Veterinary Services Supervisor Dr. Christopher Elliott
Dr. Christopher Elliott, BVSC, MRCVS, MANZCVS, DACVSMR, is an associate sports medicine veterinarian with Palm Beach Equine Clinic who has served as an FEI Official Veterinarian for elite international events across disciplines. Most notably, he has worked for the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing, 2014 World Equestrian Games in Normandy, 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games … Continue reading Combating the Heat at Equestrian Park with Tokyo Olympics Veterinary Services Supervisor Dr. Christopher Elliott
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Tokyo Time: Veterinary Care for Olympic Equine Athletes by Palm Beach Equine Clinic
Dr. Jorge Gomez to Serve as Official Veterinarian for Mexico Show Jumping Team Dr. Jorge Gomez, MVZ, MS, DACVS, is the Official Veterinarian for the Mexico Show Jumping Team at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Dr. Gomez, originally from Colombia, joined PBEC in 2011 and has since served as an Official Veterinarian at the … Continue reading Tokyo Time: Veterinary Care for Olympic Equine Athletes by Palm Beach Equine Clinic
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Put Your Best Foot Forward
How to Keep Horses’ Hooves Strong Through Summer Read this article on The Plaid Horse Proper hoof health is hard to achieve any time of year, but during the hot summer months, a solid, healthy hoof is even more difficult to attain due to an increase in moisture in the environment. Each July, the American … Continue reading Put Your Best Foot Forward
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The Benefits of Biologics: Regenerative Medicine for the Equine Athlete
Veterinarians Help Horses Self-Heal to Maintain Optimal Health and Performance When horses are not performing up to their usual standards, regardless of discipline, the signs can be subtle. Usually, it is the rider who first picks up on a slight feeling and questions whether something is off. A horse may suddenly be lacking impulsion, be … Continue reading The Benefits of Biologics: Regenerative Medicine for the Equine Athlete
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Spring Flowers Bring Pollen Showers: How to Help Your Horse Cope with Allergies
Got allergies? Well, chances are, your horses do, too. With warmer temperatures and spring blooms pushing up pollen levels, it seems like everyone at the barn – human and animal – is coughing and congested. If you have ever wondered what you can do to help a horse suffering from allergies, Palm Beach Equine Clinic … Continue reading Spring Flowers Bring Pollen Showers: How to Help Your Horse Cope with Allergies
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Walking on Wire
In February of 2021, Baby Girl Horse Rescue and Veteran Therapy Ranch in Fellsmere, Florida, rescued six Belgian Draft Horses that were headed for slaughter after a life of neglect. Ezekiel, known as “Zeke”, was one of the gentle giants who rescue organizer Van DeMars described as still having spirit in his eyes despite his … Continue reading Walking on Wire
Palm Beach Equine Clinic is dedicated to providing exceptional care for the horse and is committed to strengthening our relationship with our clients and community.
Palm Beach Equine Clinic offers a diverse team of over 35 veterinarians, including board-certified surgeons, internists, and a radiologist. Many Palm Beach Equine Clinic veterinarians specialize in certain areas of medicine such as sports medicine, dentistry, reproduction, alternative medicine, podiatry, and more.
Palm Beach Equine Clinic is a full-service medical facility offering care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Equipped with a surgical center, advanced diagnostic imaging units, laboratory, pharmacy, recovery stalls, and USDA approved isolation unit, Palm Beach Equine Clinic has the tools for diagnosing and treating cases. The hospital has over 20 stalls for patients and is easily accessible for large trucks and trailers.
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