General Interest

September 21, 2015
New Thoughts on Cresty Necks in Horses
Well-informed horsemen eye cresty necks with suspicion, for an overabundance of neck fat has become a recognized harbinger of metabolic problems, including

September 18, 2015
Monitor, Protect Against Potomac Horse Fever
At this time of year, during the hot summer months, a common cause of diarrhea in horses is Potomac horse

September 16, 2015
Keep an Eye on Horse-Feeding Costs
Keeping expenses in check requires periodic review of horse-feeding practices and provides the perfect opportunity to reset nutritional goals

September 14, 2015
Hoof Growth in Foals
Thoroughbred foals replaced fetal hooves in about half the time it takes mature horses (270-365 days).

September 08, 2015
Dealing with a Hungry Horse
Though these behaviors may be deeply rooted, hangry horses often have one thing in common: limited forage.

September 01, 2015
Feed Management for Horses with Gastrointestinal Problems
Offering small grain meals of no more than two pounds (one kilogram) at a time may minimize the risk

August 27, 2015
Arthritic Horses May Benefit from Urology Gel
A study showed evidence that equine arthritis pain may be reduced by joint injections of polyacrylamide hydrogel.

August 25, 2015
Tongue: Oft-Neglected Organ of the Horse’s Mouth
Rarely is the tongue center stage, except when it’s injured, and then it becomes a bit dramatic, due only

August 20, 2015
Tyzzer’s Disease Threatens Young Foals
Tyzzer’s disease is caused by a clostridial microbe that affects the liver and lower intestinal tract.

August 18, 2015
Keeping Horses and Riders Safe in Summer Storms
It’s now believed that if thunder can be heard at all, even faintly, everyone in the area is in