Back in the Ribbons: PLS Cruising Suzy’s Return to Health
PLS Cruising Suzy was advancing in her jumping career when her owner noticed a swollen hock. After a complicated but successful surgery, Suzy is back to jumping and winning.
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Hermes’ Success Story: Battling a Rare Colic Condition
When 4-year-old Quarter Horse Hermes developed sudden, severe colic, his owner and primary veterinarian immediately recognized the urgency of the situation. Their quick response allowed Hermes to be transported without delay to the University of Florida’s Large Animal Hospital, where the equine emergency team evaluated his condition and quickly prepared…
Farewell, Booger: A Miniature Donkey Recovery Story
Last week, we said our goodbyes and well wishes to one of our all-time favorite patients, Booger! This little mini donkey jack has left an indelible mark on our team, and we wanted to share his remarkable journey with you. Booger, a spirited 1-year-old mini donkey jack, was admitted to…
Rosie the Nigerian Dwarf Goat Awarded Certificate of Completion
Meet Rosie, a resilient 5-year-old Nigerian dwarf goat who’s shown us all the power of determination! After being diagnosed with a rare pituitary mass, suspected to be an adenoma, her devoted owner chose to fight for her future. Thanks to the incredible teamwork of our Large Animal Internal Medicine,…
Colt With a Club Foot Gets a Second Chance
As equine veterinarians, we often see horses with congenital or acquired deformities that can significantly impact their quality of life and future prospects. One such condition is a club foot, a type of flexural limb deformity that occurs at the level of the coffin joint, typically seen in horses between…
The amazing recovery story of Apollo, the Thoroughbred
Apollo jumping! As equine professionals, we’ve seen our fair share of challenging cases. Every now and then, a story comes along that reminds us of the incredible resilience and determination of horses. Apollo, a middle-aged Thoroughbred, is one such story that will leave you in awe. Apollo presented to…
Novel surgery technique helps Smoke, a champion barrel racer, return to competing
Smoke, a talented barrel racing Quarterhorse, faced an unexpected challenge when he started showing unusual neurologic symptoms. Referred to the specialists at UF Large Animal Hospital for further evaluation, Smoke had already undergone a CT scan that revealed an enlarged temporohyoid joint (THO)—a condition that typically causes specific neurologic signs.
Baxter the goat’s big pee problem: A tale of urinary stones and second chances
Urinary stones are one of the most common medical emergencies in male goats, and it’s essential to act fast to save their lives.
