General Interest

One important way to assess the adequacy of treatment in cases of laminitis involves evaluation of pain. Many pain-assessment Read more

In many areas of the world, most notably northern Europe and especially Great Britain, equine grass sickness causes the sudden and Read more

Omega-3 fatty acids, specifically the docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid in fish oil, are thought to support membrane fluidity. Read more

Equine gastric ulcer syndrome describes horses with erosions or other compromises of the stomach wall. Many ulcers develop in Read more

Although poorly described in horses, possible clinical signs suggestive of food allergies include hives, itchiness, changes in fecal consistency, Read more

Because ponies tend to be easy keepers and overweight, they are usually among the most commonly affected by insulin Read more

Researchers recently studied the effects of short-distance travel on horses, with an emphasis on establishing baseline inflammation data so Read more

Weaning a foal from its dam can prove to be a high-anxiety event. The separation is often accompanied by Read more

According to a group of researchers from Purdue University, maximizing equine health, especially among aged equines, requires knowledge of Read more

Further study is warranted to determine if multiple doses of tryptophan have a cumulative effect on calming. Read more