Ringworm: What Is It and What Can You Do About It?

French bulldog reclining on a man's lap

Ringworm is one of the most deceptively named conditions that pets – and people – can encounter. It’s not a worm at all – it’s a fungal infection that affects the skin, hair follicles, and nails of many species of animals. Additionally, although it often appears as a circular lesion, it is not always a…

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The Most Common Wounds in Horses and Large Animals

three brown horses standing in a field next to a wire fence

Wounds in horses, cattle, and other large animals can be as minor as a scratch from a wayward branch or as major as being impaled on a fence post. Knowing what kind of wound you’re looking at can be helpful to you in deciding what to do next, including applying over-the-counter wound care products. The…

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