The Equine Clinic of Saratoga

03/26/2026

We have recently added some new services to expand treatment options for some common disorders.

Service 1 - In-Clinic Biosensor Platform
We have added an In-Clinic Biosensor Platform to our laboratory to be able to measure ACTH and Insulin in real time without any delay (same day results). It is helpful in identifying horses with ID and Cushing's. We are now using this to test and monitor horses with Insulin dysregulation (endocrinopathic laminitis) and Cushing's (Pituitary gland adenoma) in response to treatment and prognosis. It allows us to fine-tune a treatment plan and help prevent reoccurrences.

Service 2 - Shockwave Therapy
Extracorporal Shockwave therapy has been recently explored for the treatment of bleeders (Equine Exercise-induced pulmonary Hemorrhage or EIPH) which is a real problem for our barrel racing community as well as using ECSW for accelerating hoof growth, which our podiatry team is very excited about! Please call for more details if you have a horse depending on Lasix when running barrels or bleeding through it, or you have a horse suffering from chronic thin soles and easily abscessing. Wellness program clients receive a 20% discount for the first treatment.

Service 3 - Tigilanol Tiglate Injections
Melanomas and sarcoids remain very common tumors in horses and are difficult to treat. Many options have been established including cryotherapy, chemotherapy (incl. electroporation), botanical/herbal options and laser removal. Most recently, the intralesional injection of Tigilanol Tiglate has shown tremendous results in removing and shrinking these types of tumors with a high safety index. We now offer free consults to determine whether your horse is a candidate for these injections if dealing with these types of tumors.

Service 4 - Electrostimulation
We have started using Electrostimulation as a treatment for headshaking horses (Trigeminal nerve-mediated headshaking). Results have been very encouraging in reducing the incidence of headshaking versus keeping the horse on medication. We typically apply 3 treatment sessions at 2-3 week intervals and see improvement after the first treatment. Research from the Royal Veterinary College found that nearly two-thirds of horses treated with electroacupuncture showed improvement in their symptoms. We can attest to that. Electroacupuncture works by stimulating specific nerve pathways reducing pain and discomfort associated with TMHS.

You can email us at [email protected] or call our office for more information at 518-584-1633.

03/23/2026

HORSE OWNER WEBINAR ALERT! 📢

HORSE OWNER WEBINAR ALERT! 📢

Join us for our upcoming Horse Owner Education Committee webinar! Our topic will be "Oh Sugar! My Horse is Foundering!"

Join AAEP-member veterinarians Drs. Allie Catalino and Chelsea Folmar for an in-depth discussion about the two most common metabolic disturbances in horses: Cushing's Disease and Insulin Dysregulation. They will take you on a deep dive into diagnosis, treatment and management of these diseases, followed by discussion about laminitis, a common sequela.

Registration is FREE but required. A recording of the webinar will be available if you miss the live event. Register at https://events.zoom.us/ev/Aqk4QqZ8CSEZVzoTjoed1OchP7YIDfrDxmN7sn3bmdtN0eMBkO1X~AhLXYhuX8F4hYAwaFVb5RYYV903KHqLrJKTrAP-zT2spI-fUNInOwEr12A

This informative session is brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

03/20/2026

It's time to book Spring Wellness Check and Vaccination appointment now!
If you haven't scheduled your spring shots, now is the time. Before you know it you'll be back in the swing of daily rides, showing, travel and general horsey fun! Best to be sure your equine companion is feeling his or her best for this busy time of year.
Things to consider for your horse are:

• Full Physical Exam
• CBC/Lyme Multiplex
• Coggins (if necessary)
• Rabies Vaccine
• EWT/WNV Vaccine
• Flu/Rhino Vaccine
• Potomac Horse Fever Vaccine
• F***l Egg Count with Dewormer
• Dental check / float

Start your year off right. Give us a call today to schedule your appointment.

02/13/2026

New Rapid Result Labs Available for PPID and Insulin Testing

Truforma provides quick, accurate stall-side or in-house eATCH and insulin testing. Highly accurate and simpler than traditional testing. Truforma can help identify early PPID.

The current testing recommendation for diagnosis of PPID in older horses with some clinical signs consistent with the disease is baseline endogenous ACTH. Measurement of eACTH in TRH-stimulated plasma samples is recommended for early stage PPID. While there is currently a reference laboratory test validated for measurement of equine ACTH, the hormone itself is very labile and requires aherence to strict guidelines for sample preparation and shipment to a reference lab with any degree of mishandling potentially leading to erroneous values. With the TRUFORMA eACTH Assay being available at the point of care, these sample handling complications are substantially reduced.

Note: At present this information is based on data collected in horses, but it can be applied to other equids (ponies, donkeys, and mules) until further data becomes available. Pergolide treatment can still be considered if the horse has equivocal test results, yet exhibits clinical signs consistent with PPID.

12/23/2025

We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/21/2025

Multi-State Equine Herpes Outbreak

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, Division of Animal Industry, has been made aware of an outbreak of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV)/ Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in horses that were at or associated with barrel racing and rodeo-type events in Texas and Oklahoma. Several cases of EHM have been confirmed in Texas and Oklahoma associated with these equine events, with numerous reports of additional cases and equine deaths pending investigation. This is a very fluid situation, so it is best to check verified sources for information (state departments of agriculture websites, EDCC when available).

We do not have any confirmed cases of EHV/EHM in New York at this time. Our office is coordinating with the affected states and we are currently awaiting to receive trace information from Texas and Oklahoma. If we receive traces from the other states, we will contact those owners directly and issue quarantines to mitigate further spread of the disease.

This outbreak serves as a reminder of the potential disease risks associated with large commingling equine events. It underscores the importance of timely reporting of diseases and ensuring that movement requirements are followed, including veterinary inspection and health certificates prior to travel.

Horse Owners: If your horses traveled to Texas, Oklahoma, or other equine events where EHV exposure may have occurred, please contact our office directly at [email protected] . We will provide guidance regarding isolation and monitoring:

Exposed horses should be isolated for 21 days after last known exposure.
Appropriate isolation includes restricted access to other horses, avoiding the sharing of equipment or personnel, and utilization of protective barrier precautions.
Exposed horses should be monitored twice daily for elevated temperature (above 101.5*), respiratory signs (nasal discharge, coughing), and for clinical signs consistent with equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (neurologic symptoms including inability to stand, difficulty walking, lethargy, and urine dribbling).
If elevated temperature, respiratory signs, or EHM-compatible clinical signs are noticed, contact your veterinarian.

Upcoming equine events: Equine herpes virus can be shed for prolonged periods of time, including in clinically healthy horses, which increases risk for continued disease spread during an EHV/EHM outbreak.

Event Organizers: We recommend you consult with your veterinarian and understand the risks associated with hosting equine events during a multi-state outbreak. Cancellation or postponement of events may be important to stop continued spread of disease. If events do take place, we recommend short-timed health certificates within 72 hours and increasing biosecurity practices on site.
Horse Owners: We recommend that you consult with your veterinarian on the risks associated with travel to upcoming equine events. EHV is a ubiquitous virus and commonly present in the environment, so biosecurity measures are paramount to decreasing potential for disease transmission.

Veterinarians: If you have a horse with signs of acute neurologic disease, please contact our office at 518-457-3502. If it is after hours, the voicemail message will direct you to the New York State Watch Center. The New York Watch Center will send your message onto our staff. We will provide guidance on isolation and testing. Diagnosis of EHV can be difficult as periods of viral shedding and viremia may vary - paired samples, including nasal swab and whole blood, is critical.

Interstate Movement: Please note that many states may be implementing movement restrictions or new import requirements for equines during this outbreak. Please always check with the state of destination to ensure that you are following import restrictions.

Equine Herpes Virus Information:
EHV‐1 is spread from horse to horse through contact with nasal discharge or spread as aerosol droplets. Infected horses may not show clinical signs of the virus but may still act as carriers. Horses can also contract the virus by coming into contact with contaminated surfaces such as stalls, water, feed, tack, and transport vehicles. People can spread the virus from horse to horse by contaminated hands and clothing. It is important for owners to watch for signs and symptoms and practice biosecurity measures. Good biosecurity practices include extensive cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and equipment that come in contact with affected horses, and individuals who treat or come into contact with infected horses need to follow appropriate disinfection protocols when handling multiple horses.

EHV-1 and EHM is reportable in New York.

Additional information and resources:
A Guide to Understanding the Neurologic Form of EHV Infection (brochure)
https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-herpesvirus

Information source: Courtney L. Mangano, DVM, FADD
Division of Animal Industry – Equine, Accreditation, FAD
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
10B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235

11/19/2025

Equine herpesvirus (EHV) is a family of equine viruses named by numbers including EHV-1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 with EHV-1,3,4 posing the most risk for domestic horses. EHV is a common DNA virus that occurs in horse populations worldwide. The two most common species are EHV-1 and EHV-4.

11/05/2025

Thanks so much for stopping by our Open House and making it such a success! We loved having you with us and hope you enjoyed getting a behind-the-scenes look at what we do. It was great connecting with everyone, and we can’t wait to see you (and your horses) again soon!

10/25/2025

Enjoy meeting the staff and tour our facility

10/25/2025

Come see the animals at our Open House today!