Health

April 06, 2022
Broodmare Care: Nutritional Support of the Recipient Mare
Successful embryo transfer typically requires optimal health of both donor and recipient mares, and this includes topnotch nutrition.

April 04, 2022
Treating Laminitis in Horses: Approaches to Diagnosis
A recent study evaluated how vets diagnose endocrinopathic laminitis in the field, looking closely at whether new research findings

March 28, 2022
Study: Horses Mature Enough for Athletic Endeavors by Two Years Old
Researchers reported horses attain maturity early with the majority of growth completed before they are two years old.

March 23, 2022
Genetic Elements May Hold Secret of Success in Endurance Horses
Genetic evaluation may prove to be a valuable tool in designing training programs for athletic horses and sidestepping injuries.

March 09, 2022
Creeping Indigo: A Dangerous Weed for Horses
Increased recognition of creeping indigo in pastures and an uptick in cases of toxicity in horses have researchers on

March 09, 2022
Ryegrass Staggers in Horses
When infected with an endophytic fungus, perennial ryegrass can be problematic, even dangerous, for horses.

March 07, 2022
Dietary Excesses May Explain Poor Hoof Condition
According to a comprehensive review of factors that hasten hoof deterioration, dietary excesses may play a greater role than

March 02, 2022
Exercise Key to Sidestepping Insulin Dysregulation in Horses
A new study shows that lack of exercise is an important risk factor for insulin dysregulation, and that even

March 01, 2022
Disease Report: Japanese Encephalitis in Horses
Australian horse owners should be vigilant for signs of illness in their horses, as Japanese encephalitis virus has been

February 28, 2022
Oral Stem Cells Help Heal Wounds in Horses
In a recent study, stem cells derived from oral tissues positively influenced the healing of wounds.