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Arabian horse
October 21, 2004

Sunburn and Photosensitivity in Horses

Sunburn in horses is seen most often in spring and early summer when longer periods of sunlight coincide with Read more
Foal laying down in pasture
October 21, 2004

Foal Pneumonia

Management steps can be effective in limiting the incidence of R. equi infections. Read more
Woman in barn aisle with senior horse
March 21, 2004

Horse Management for the Spring Season

If the winter season has involved any modifications in your horse's exercise level or feeding plan, you will need Read more
Horse eating from ground feeder
December 06, 2003

Effects of an Aluminum Supplement on Nutrients and Minerals Studied

Horses consuming additional aluminum showed a slight decrease in the apparent digestibility of crude protein; a slight increase in Read more
Horse wading in pond
December 06, 2003

West Nile Virus and Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome

Commercially available vaccines have been shown to be very effective for the prevention of West Nile virus infections and Read more
Drowsy horse standing over stall guard
December 06, 2003

Abbreviations for Horse Diseases

Many equine diseases, conditions, or problems are frequently referred to by their initials. Full names, a brief explanation of Read more
Mare an foal walking through lush pasture
November 15, 2003

Nurse Mares Provide Crucial Service to Breeding Farms

Owners of nurse mares provide an indispensable service to the horse-breeding community. When foaling goes smoothly, the outcome is Read more
Farrier rasping horse's hoof
November 04, 2003

Biotin Basics

Biotin has become commonplace in feed rooms across the world because of its reputation as an effective hoof supplement. Read more
Vet In Discussion With Horse Owner
November 01, 2003

Bute Research

The anti-inflammatory agent seems to slow the production of new cartilage molecules for as much as two weeks after Read more
Horse with visible breath in winter
November 01, 2003

Collar May Aid DDSP

Dorsal displacement of the soft palate (DDSP) can cause partial obstruction of the horse's airway during exercise. Read more
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