Horse health guides
Straight answers for horse owners.
Written by Dr Christian Bowden-Betts for owners in south-east Queensland: what to look for, what to do, and when to call.
Vaccinations & routine care
Hendra vaccination: what horse owners need to know
A plain-English guide to the Hendra virus vaccine — what it is, the schedule, what to expect and why it matters in south-east Queensland.
Read the guide →General medicine & wounds
Colic in horses: what to do while you wait for the vet
Colic is the most common emergency in horses. Knowing the signs, what to do in the first half hour and what information the vet needs can make a real difference to the outcome.
Read the guide →Equine dentistry
How often does a horse need its teeth done?
Most horses need a dental check every 6 to 12 months — here's why, what the signs of trouble are, and what a proper dental visit involves.
Read the guide →Lameness & sports medicine
Signs of lameness in horses (and when to call)
Lameness isn't always obvious. Here's how to spot it, what the common causes are in this part of Queensland, and when it needs a vet today rather than next week.
Read the guide →Got a question about your horse?
Call and ask. If it needs a visit, Christian comes to you.
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