Diseases

Rarely diagnosed, stiff-horse syndrome causes muscle spasms and unusual posture in affected horses, especially during times of stress. Read more

As with other tissues in the body, the muscles that power chewing are susceptible to inflammation and disease. Read more

Chewing on a bit quickens gastrointestinal transit times, making this an inexpensive and well-tolerated method to avoid post-operative ileus. Read more

Researchers organized a study to determine the prevalence of respiratory disease in competitive draft pulling horses. Read more

A recent study reported that metformin did not help decrease insulin levels in horses following an oral sugar test. Read more

The current recommended treatment for insect bite hypersensitivity involves insect avoidance through blanketing and stabling. Read more

Horses suffering from insect bite hypersensitivity present with profound itchiness and subsequent sores from scratching and rubbing. Read more

To improve the understanding of amino acid utilization, horses without EMS, with EMS, and with EMS and laminitis were Read more

Because swimming is frequently used as a conditioning tool, researchers wondered if this particular exercise is associated with bleeding. Read more

The value of saliva-based testing for gastric ulcers was explored by measuring proteins in the saliva of horses with Read more