Kristen Slater, DVM
Kristen Slater, DVM, practices with Kasper & Rigby Veterinary Associates in Magnolia, Texas. Her practice interests include preventive medicine, reproduction, sports rehabilitation, and conditioning.
Articles by Kristen Slater
Unusual Spots
March 12, 2013
Our mare has suddenly developed white spots all over her body with no apparent cause. What would cause this? Read More
Crestfallen
October 01, 2012
My 13-year-old pony stallion was quite well-muscled and stocky with a pronounced crest when he was younger. Af Read More
Mysterious Swelling
September 01, 2011
My horse has a swollen 24-inch "vein" on the middle of his underbelly and all the way up to his genitals... Read More
Folliculitis in Horses: What to Do?
January 31, 2011
I own a 28-year-old thin mare that is pastured with approximately 20 other horses. I have been treating for Read More
Sunburn and Photosensitivity
August 01, 2010
The skin is the largest organ of the body. It serves to protect internal structures from a variety of environmental stimuli. In the summer months this is an especially vital organ for fending off a barrage of flies and the relenting summer sun. Read More
Sunburn and Photosensitivity in Horses
August 01, 2010
Like humans, horses are susceptible to sunburn, especially on the non-pigmented pink-skinned areas of the body. The skin condition photosensitization (a sensitivity to sun exposure) is different from sunburn in that it often affects both pigmented Read More
Management of Blind Horses Discussed at Equine Ophthalmology Meeting
November 29, 2009
Blind horses can usually get by with a little help from a friend; or, in this case, a trustworthy companion horse, said Ann Dwyer, DVM, a private practitioner with a strong interest in equine ophthalmology and co-owner of Genesee Valley Equin Read More
Equine Recurrent Uveitis Discussed at Vet Ophthalmology Meeting
November 19, 2009
Equine recurrent uveitis, also called moon blindness, is the leading cause of vision loss in horses. Brian Gilger, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVO, chief of the Ophthalmology service at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine Read More
Glaucoma Discussed at Equine Ophthalmology Meeting
November 13, 2009
Glaucoma, a group of diseases resulting from alterations in the formation and drainage of aqueous humor (clear eye fluid), which causes an increase in intraocular pressure above what's compatible with normal function of the retina and Read More
Corneal Ulcers: Prompt Treatment Key to Success
November 01, 2009
Advancements in the diagnosis of corneal ulcers, as well their medical and surgical treatment, were among the topics covered by Dennis Brooks, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVO, Professor of Ophthalmology at University of Florida College of Veterinary Read More
Eyelid Issues Discussed at Equine Ophthalmology Meeting
October 27, 2009
From lacerations to cancer, issues commonly affecting the equine eyelid were among the topics tackled by Brian Gilger, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVO, chief of the Ophthalmology Service at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, Read More
Where Not to Pinch Pennies
March 01, 2009
In tough economic times, many horse owners look for ways to cut costs. Too often this is done by cutting back on veterinary care. However, it is important to keep in mind that what may save us a couple of dollars now might end up costing us much Read More
