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November 01, 2023

Respiratory Health in Horses: Support for “One Airway” Movement

Recent evidence suggests that disorders of the upper and lower airways occur concurrently and that treatment of one may Read more
October 25, 2023

Stiff-Horse Syndrome: Introduction to a Neurological, Autoimmune Disease

Rarely diagnosed, stiff-horse syndrome causes muscle spasms and unusual posture in affected horses, especially during times of stress. Read more
October 23, 2023

Understanding Osteoarthritis in Horses: A Closer Look at Synovial Fluid

Researchers are focusing on creating a “synovial fluid metabolome” to identify biomarkers that may expedite osteoarthritis diagnosis. Read more
Western horse and rider walking through field.
October 11, 2023

Benefits of Structured Exercise for Senior Horses Explored

Given results of a recent study, horse owners may question whether retirement without structured exercise is advisable for senior Read more
October 09, 2023

Chew on This: Masticatory Muscles May Be Problematic in Horses

As with other tissues in the body, the muscles that power chewing are susceptible to inflammation and disease. Read more
Colicky horse laying down in a stall at the vet hospital.
October 04, 2023

Gastrointestinal Glitches: Colic, Ileus Research in Horses

Chewing on a bit quickens gastrointestinal transit times, making this an inexpensive and well-tolerated method to avoid post-operative ileus. Read more
October 02, 2023

Horse Health: Are You Getting the Best Reading from Your Weight Tape?

Some studies show that weight tapes may not always give an accurate reading, but they are worthwhile in tracking Read more
September 25, 2023

Hoof Rehabilitation: Getting Your Horse Back on Its Feet

Dealing with soft, crumbly hooves and unsure where to turn? Try this four-pronged approach to getting your horse’s hooves Read more
September 18, 2023

Respiratory Diseases in Draft Pulling Horses

Researchers organized a study to determine the prevalence of respiratory disease in competitive draft pulling horses. Read more
Woman with draft horses
September 11, 2023

Body Condition Index: New Tool for Objectively Assessing Body Fat in Horses

A new tool, called the body condition index, provides more consistent and repeatable measures of body fat than body Read more
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