Beyond the Thermometer: How 24-Hour Horse Temperature Tracking Improves Pre-Purchase Confidence

For veterinary surgeons, taking the rectal temperature of a horse is a routine and essential component of every equine pre-purchase examination. A raised temperature is often the earliest indication of illness, and the prompt detection of a fever is an immediate red flag that a potential health issue may exist. Traditionally, this requires using a manual thermometer at a single point in time—providing only a snapshot of the horse’s health status.

But imagine being able to document that a horse maintained a completely normal temperature over a full 24-hour period. Such continuous monitoring offers buyers and veterinarians a level of confidence that a single manual thermometer reading simply cannot provide.

The VetTrue™ System from Epona Biotec delivers exactly that. This innovative, cost-effective solution allows veterinarians to remotely monitor and record a horse’s temperature around the clock, creating a complete temperature profile during the pre-purchase evaluation. By combining accuracy, convenience, and a reduction in handling, VetTrue™ enhances both clinical certainty and buyer assurance.

Check out this video to learn how the VetTrue™ System can transform your next pre-purchase examination.