Preventative

Colostrum, the first secretion of the mammary glands, contains antibodies that are important in the rapid response to disease. Read more

In horses, as in humans and many other animals, the immune system protects against disease in several ways. Several Read more

As equines, Miniatures and small ponies are subject to the same illnesses as their larger counterparts. However, some conditions Read more

A study looked at the effect on eight horses that went from pastured to stalled management. . Read more

Older horses and ponies, generally defined as those 20 years of age or older, make up a significant percentage Read more

Meals of hay and concentrates cause gastrin levels to rise, increasing gastric acid production. Excess gastric acid production is Read more

Before you put your horse in the trailer and head out for a show or trail ride, pick out Read more

Research at the has uncovered a genetic marker on chromosome 20 that is significantly associated with swayback. Read more

Fecal egg per gram counts are valuable to actually determine the number of worm eggs in a horse's manure. Read more

Routine stall cleaning goes a long way toward keeping barns clean and horses healthy, but disinfecting a stall after Read more