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Blue-green algae bloom
December 22, 2014

Arthritis in Horses: Algae Research

One alternative to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like phenylbutazone is blue-green algae, which contains a protein-bound pigment called C-phycocyanin. C-phycocyanin possesses Read more
Two girls with a horse
December 16, 2014

Wireless Sensor Tracks Bone Fracture Healing

A wireless sensor developed at Colorado State University may be helpful in tracking the strength and weight-bearing ability of Read more
Farrier rasping horse's hoof
December 09, 2014

Genetic Hoof Problem Found in Connemara Ponies

Studies are being carried out to identify the defective gene and design ways to carry out genetic testing on Read more
Performing a flexion test on a horse's hind leg
November 20, 2014

Does Glucosamine Prevent Arthritis in Horse Joints? New Research

In vitro data suggest that glucosamine may increase the synthetic activity of chondrocytes, or cartilage-producing cells. However, the biochemical basis Read more
Two girls with a horse
November 13, 2014

Hygromas Rarely Impact a Horse’s Career

A hygroma is an accumulation of fluid that follows trauma such as a kick or an impact from falling. Read more
Horse spooking with rider
September 19, 2014

Injury Rate for Polo Ponies

Researchers conducted a study among players and owners of polo ponies, using questionnaires and telephone interviews to collect data Read more
Horse sniffing a woman holding a clipboard while standing on a scale to record weight.
September 17, 2014

Water Treadmills Aid Rehabilitation of Injured Horses

For horses that are recovering from various musculoskeletal injuries, the challenge for owners and veterinarians is designing a rehabilitation Read more
Throroughbred racehorse looking at training track
August 15, 2014

Development May Help Horses with Tendon Injuries

A new development in the way stem cells are grown may improve the durability of healed tendons. Read more
Drowsy quarter horse standing outside
August 12, 2014

Cryotherapy to Prevent Acute Laminitis in Horses

At the International Equine Conference on Laminitis and Diseases of the Foot held in 2013, A.W. van Eps from Read more
Vet In Discussion With Horse Owner
July 04, 2014

Finding Subtle Signs of Lameness in Horses

Many times, it’s not that easy to tell whether a horse is a bit “off” in his gaits, and Read more
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