A Perfect Delivery, From the Archives

D. E. Larsen, DVM I glanced out in the waiting area and could see Emma waiting to talk with me. Emma was an attractive young girl with light brown shoulder-length hair that she wore in a ponytail. I think she was still in high school, probably a junior or senior. Emma had a young mare,Continue reading “A Perfect Delivery, From the Archives”

Tiny’s Swollen Belly 

D. E. Larsen, DVM I watched as Dixie showed Mr. Johnson into the exam room. He ducked his head as he went through the door. I don’t know if he needed to duck, but it was close. Mr. Johnson was a large old man. Not fat, just tall and solidly built. In his later years,Continue reading “Tiny’s Swollen Belly “

The Unusual Colic, From the Archives

D. E. Larsen, DVM I hurried along Berlin Road as the last of the daylight was fading into twilight. Hank had an old horse down with colic. I always dreaded colic calls. Many were simple fixes, but there was no place close to send them for abdominal surgery if it was a complex colic. FewContinue reading “The Unusual Colic, From the Archives”