General Interest

Digital thermometers are relatively inexpensive, and they quickly give a reading that is easy to see. A long waiting Read more

Lice are somewhat more common in winter months when coats are heavy and thick, but they can show up in any Read more

A recent study looked at gait characteristics related to DMRT3 as well as the mutation’s prevalence in various breeds Read more

Many horses will taste-test tree leaves from time to time, and in most instances, this snack isn’t dangerous. However, Read more

Nutrient values will vary from bale to bale within a load of hay, so submitting one sample from a Read more

Every spring, horse farm pastures display a new crop of Thoroughbred foals. Most of the frisky, long-legged youngsters have Read more

To increase the odds that a mare will become pregnant, semen from a chosen stallion must be in good Read more

Good planning and management can alleviate some—but probably not all—problems with mud and dust. The same measures will help Read more

Chronic headshaking in horses appears distressing to the horse and frustrating to the rider. Horses that display violent headshaking Read more

Botulism can kill your horse in 24 hours. The good news is that you can take simple steps to Read more