Sylvia van der Hoek, DVM

For many years, the technology of PulseVet and its predecessor VersaTron, has been used successfully in the treatment of horses. The therapy has proven effective in several clinical trials to treat many indications, including wounds, tendon injuries, back pain and fractures.

The PulseVet technology 

PulseVet uses electrohydraulic sound waves, these focused and high-energy shock waves can reach deep tissue. Locally, these waves trigger a tissue reaction. Multiple proteins, osteogenic and angiogenic growth factors and anti-inflammatory cytokines are released in the tissue. Bone and tissue growth are stimulated. In addition, the formation of new blood vessels leads to increased local blood flow. These processes inhibit inflammation and promote recovery.

The PulseVet device 

The PulseVet

An easy method to determine the IgG in the blood of newborn foals. The test strips are interpreted using the VMRD reader and provide a reliable, objective value. This data can be used to determine whether therapy should be initiated to provide the foal with sufficient antibodies. 

IgG in colostrum

The plasma cells in the mammary glands produce immunoglobulins that are absorbed by the foal from the colostrum. The amount of immunoglobulins ingested by the foal depends on the level of immunoglobulins in the colostrum, the amount of colostrum produced by the mare, the amount of colostrum the foal drinks in the first 24 hours and the foal's absorption of IgG from the colostrum. If any of these factors are insufficient, the foal will not receive enough immunoglobulins and this can have major consequences for the health of the foal. In up to 25% of foals,

So many options in complementary feeds but which one do you choose? When selecting a complementary feed, what do you pay attention to and which one suits which indication?  At Grovet, we are driven to exceed horse vet expectations and are constantly developing our product line to keep optimising it. Our equine complementary feeds are of high quality and are formulated based on scientific knowledge. Grovet offers a wide range of complementary feeds to support the digestive system, but which one is suitable for which moment?

Bonpard Enteral Nutrition - für die nasogastrische Ernährung von Pferden, die nicht essen können oder wollen

Pferde, die aufgrund einer Operation oder einer schweren Krankheit nicht essen können oder wollen, müssen mit wichtigen Nährstoffen versorgt werden, um ihre Genesung zu unterstützen. Vor allem Wasser, Energie, Elektrolyte, Eiweiß und Vitamine sind für diese Pferde wichtig. Die Nährstoffe können diesen Pferden über eine nasogastrische Sonde verabreicht werden, wobei häufig in Wasser aufgelöste Pellets verwendet werden, die die nasogastrische Sonde leicht verstopfen können. 

Bonpard hat ein Produkt entwickelt, das die wichtigsten Nährstoffe für kranke Pferde enthält und einfach über eine nasogastrische Sonde verabreicht werden kann. 

Was ist Bonpard Enteral Nutrition?

Enterale Ernährung ist für die nasogastrische

Neu in der Produktpalette von Grovet - Artilium Complete

Artilium Complete ist ein Ergänzungsfuttermittel für Pferde zur Unterstützung von Gelenken und Knorpel. Es eignet sich besonders für Pferde, die intensiv trainiert werden, für Turnierpferde und ältere Pferde.

Artilium Complete enthält das patentierte Kolla II, eine hoch resorbierbare Kombination aus Hyaluronsäure, Chondrotoinsulfat und Kollagen Typ 2. Darüber hinaus enthält Artilium Complete Glucosamin und MSM, was es zu einer vollständigen Formel macht. Die hochwertigen Inhaltsstoffe tragen gemeinsam zur Erhaltung geschmeidiger Gelenke und gesunder Knorpel bei. 

Ein 500 kg schweres Pferd erhält 3-4 Wochen lang täglich 4 gestrichene Messlöffel à 28,3 Gramm. Danach wird auf 2 Messlöffel pro Tag umgestellt.

What can the VMRD reader be used for?

The VMRD reader is compatible with a number of lateral flow tests, the feline and equine SAA test and in the near future an equine IgG foal test will be available. The results of the equine SAA test can be valuable in many occasions. It provides quantitative results in 10 minutes and can be used in field and hospital conditions .

Clinical Applications for Equine Serum Amyloid A (SAA)

In the image below, clinical applications for the equine SAA test are shown. It can be used to asses disease severity and the need for referral and/or surgery. It can also be used to assess the progression of the disease, the occurrence of complications and the need for therapy or changes in therapy. If an animal shows non-specific symptoms, the SAA test can give an indication of a possible cause (inflammation/infection).

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About Horstem

Horstem is the first licensed veterinary medicine composed of equine mesenchymal umbilical cord stem cells. The stem cells are extracted from the umbilical cord of donor horses after the foal is born. It is a non-invasive and efficient extraction that results in a relatively high number of high-quality stem cells that are safe to use. A 1 ml vial of Horstem contains 15 million pluripotent mesenchymal stem cells.

Horstem is indicated to reduce lameness in horses with mild to moderate degenerative joint disease. The product is ready to use, it does not need to be defrosted by the veterinarian. Horstem can be stored in a regular refrigerator, no special ultra-low temperature equipment is needed for storage of the product.

How does Horstem work?

The mesenchymal stem cells in Horstem are activated after injection in the inflamed joint. After