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    Winter Blanketing
    Suzanne McKichan
    • Jan 6
    • 6 min

    Winter Blanketing

    I get a lot of questions about blanketing horses because there are a lot of opinions out there! Here is my take on it. Some people...
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    Winter Laminitis
    Suzanne McKichan
    • Dec 31, 2020
    • 3 min

    Winter Laminitis

    The short days this time of year slow down horses' metabolism. In the wild, this makes total sense and helps them survive the winter...
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    Invisible Poison
    Dr. Suzanne McKichan
    • Mar 24, 2020
    • 3 min

    Invisible Poison

    Lately my mind keeps going back to Sept. 11, 2006. It was the first day of Virology class in the second year of vet school. We were...
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    Horse Vaccines:  What You Need to Know
    Kelly Manion, Senior Veterinary Medical Student
    • Aug 7, 2019
    • 4 min

    Horse Vaccines: What You Need to Know

    There can be a lot to keep track of when it comes to your horse’s health and vaccines can be an added stress. There seem to be numerous...
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    Sand Stinks But Here's What To Do About It
    Kelly Manion, Senior Veterinary Medical Student
    • Jul 25, 2019
    • 3 min

    Sand Stinks But Here's What To Do About It

    Although we all like to see it at the beach, sand can be a relentless problem in the equine world. Here in Wisconsin, although it may not...
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    Remembering Dr. Gary Johnson
    Dr. Suzanne McKichan
    • Mar 15, 2019
    • 3 min

    Remembering Dr. Gary Johnson

    I like a challenge and often agree to some crazy things before I figure out HOW I will pull them off. But this was too much. Last...
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    You spoke & I listened--What's NOT new or exciting with Dells Equine in 2019
    Dr. McKichan
    • Mar 8, 2019
    • 4 min

    You spoke & I listened--What's NOT new or exciting with Dells Equine in 2019

    Usually this time of year equine veterinarians put out a newsletter to let you know about new things going on with their practice. I...
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    The Scoop On Salt Blocks
    Dr. Sholts
    • Feb 11, 2019
    • 3 min

    The Scoop On Salt Blocks

    All horses, regardless of their lifestyle and work level, require salt as a regular part of their diet. How much salt each individual...
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    The Hardest Decision We Ever Have to Make: Deciding When “It’s Time” and End of Life Planning
    Dr. Sholts
    • Oct 20, 2018
    • 3 min

    The Hardest Decision We Ever Have to Make: Deciding When “It’s Time” and End of Life Planning

    We often have to make life or death decisions quickly when faced with an emergency. But what about when it’s not an immediate emergency?...
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    Keeping Cool While Temperatures Rise
    Dr. Sholts
    • Jul 11, 2018
    • 4 min

    Keeping Cool While Temperatures Rise

    With temperatures climbing and summer in full swing, it’s important to think about ways to help keep not only ourselves, but our equine...
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    Don’t Let Summer Insects Endlessly Bug Your Horse!
    Dr. Sholts
    • Jun 19, 2018
    • 4 min

    Don’t Let Summer Insects Endlessly Bug Your Horse!

    Bug bite sensitivity can be the worst! Just as people are individuals and some of us seem to be “tastier” to insects or react more to...
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    Feeding Horses-Our Most Common Inquiry
    Scott Bayerl, Midwest Horse Welfare Foundation
    • May 15, 2018
    • 8 min

    Feeding Horses-Our Most Common Inquiry

    Easily the most common call we get here at MHWF, other than questions regarding donating or adopting horses, has to do with proper...
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    Survey for Horse Owners in the Wisconsin Dells Area
    Dr. McKichan
    • Apr 21, 2018
    • 1 min

    Survey for Horse Owners in the Wisconsin Dells Area

    Hello, horse owners in the Wisconsin Dells area! We want to hear from you so we can serve you better. We would really appreciate a few...
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    West Nile Virus FAQ
    Dr. McKichan
    • Apr 15, 2018
    • 2 min

    West Nile Virus FAQ

    What is West Nile Virus? West Nile Virus came to the United States in 1999. The virus infects birds where it replicates itself to high...
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    You can lead a horse to water, and here's how to encourage it to drink.
    Megan Seamans
    • Apr 12, 2018
    • 3 min

    You can lead a horse to water, and here's how to encourage it to drink.

    Drinking enough water is important for everyone, regardless of species. It is good to be aware of how much water your horse should be...
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    Do Fly Predators Work?
    Dr. McKichan
    • Apr 3, 2018
    • 1 min

    Do Fly Predators Work?

    A client asked me the other day about my take on fly predators. With all the cold weather we've been having, I haven't thought much...
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    Why Your Healthy Horse Needs An Exam
    Dr. McKichan
    • Mar 16, 2018
    • 3 min

    Why Your Healthy Horse Needs An Exam

    Usually this time of year clients call to schedule coggins and vaccinations. We always ask, "Would you like me to do an exam on your...
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    Monthly Payment Option
    Dr. McKichan
    • Feb 26, 2018
    • 2 min

    Monthly Payment Option

    Welcome to our first blog entry! I think this blog will be helpful for you to keep up with what's new with Dells Equine Veterinary...
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