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July 05, 2023

Overdue Tetanus Vaccines in Horses: Catch Up on Protection

According to the American Association of Equine Practitioners, adult horses should be vaccinated annually against tetanus. Read more
Drowsy quarter horse standing outside
July 03, 2023

Horse Health: Veterinary Endoscopes as Carriers of Bacteria

Poorly disinfected endoscopes can falsely identify carriers of the bacterium that causes strangles in horses. Read more
Vet lunging a chestnut horse.
June 26, 2023

Lame Horse? Test for EMS and PPID

A swell of evidence shows that common endocrine disorders may also contribute to back pain, suspensory ligament desmitis, and Read more
KER intern picking up a flake of hay in the barn aisle from a hay wagon.
June 21, 2023

Steamed Hay for Horses: Protein Content Examined

Steamed hay benefits horses with airway disease by reducing respirable particles, but high-temperature steaming reduces protein digestibility. Read more
Full water buckets lined up in barn aisle
June 19, 2023

Strangles in Horses: Survival of Causative Bacterium on Equipment, Fixtures

The bacterium that causes strangles spreads quickly from horse to horse and from horse to inanimate objects, such as Read more
Racehorse galloping on a training track during morning workouts.
June 07, 2023

Shin Soreness in Young, Intensely Worked Horses

Despite meticulous care and attention to soundness, young racehorses are often sidelined by shin soreness, known also as “bucked Read more
May 24, 2023

Gastric Health in Horses: Omeprazole Beneficial for Squamous, But Not Glandular, Ulcers

In a recent study. glandular ulcers did not heal well when horses were given omeprazole, suggesting other treatment would Read more
May 17, 2023

Owner Survey Identifies Barriers to Battling Excess Condition in Horses

Although many owners reported they felt in control of their horse’s body condition, only a quarter of owners regularly Read more
May 10, 2023

Consider Haylage for Improved Respiratory Health in Horses

Haylage provides certain advantages to horses that cannot withstand normal levels of respirable dust in traditional hay. Read more
May 08, 2023

Breeding and Competition Careers Not Mutually Exclusive for Stallions

A study evaluating stress levels and semen quality suggests dual-use stallions can be successful in both endeavors simultaneously. Read more
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