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Woman inspecting horse's hoof
June 05, 2018

Diagnosing Navicular Disease in Horses

According to the results of a recent study, certain radiographic techniques might help veterinarians diagnose navicular disease earlier than Read more
Woman inspecting horse's hoof
April 24, 2018

Bisphosphonates and Navicular Disease in Horses

While horsemen continue to discuss the use of bisphosphonate, owners should also consider other tools for maintaining comfort in Read more
Exmoor Ponies in pasture
December 30, 2017

Genetics of Laminitis in Ponies Studied

A 2005 study examined the heritability of grass founder in an inbred herd of Welsh and Dartmoor ponies. Read more
Performing a flexion test on a horse's hind leg
November 15, 2017

Gene Therapy for Tendon, Ligament Injuries in Horses

A novel approach to treating therapies was recently described by a group of scientists. Their technique involved using gene Read more
Longeing a horse in a surcingle
May 24, 2017

Identifying, Managing Equine Lameness

According to a recent study, lameness in horses can be extremely difficult to identify, with gait asymmetries in nearly Read more
Close up of horse hooves and legs being hosed off by handler.
November 20, 2015

Hoof Abscesses in Horses: A Natural Detox

The best way to treat abscesses is to call your veterinarian as soon as your horse starts showing tenderness, Read more
Woman inspecting horse's hoof
August 27, 2015

Arthritic Horses May Benefit from Urology Gel

A study conducted in Denmark showed evidence that equine arthritis pain may be reduced by joint injections of polyacrylamide hydrogel. Read more
Horse's hooves
August 13, 2015

Navicular Disease in Horses: What Is It?

Disease of the navicular bone, also called the distal sesamoid bone, and its associated soft tissues are often at Read more
Racehorse working out on track
August 12, 2015

Injury Risk for Young Racehorses: Effect of Age and Exercise Intensity

A report explained research designed to investigate risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in two-year-old and three-year-old Thoroughbred racehorses. Read more
Farrier rasping horse's hoof
June 26, 2015

Horses with Dry, Chipped Hooves: Management Tips

If your horse’s hooves are dry, shelly, chipped, or dull, follow the tips in this article to promote better Read more
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