Preventative

Levels of osteocalcin, a marker of joint metabolism, might help to identify very young foals that are at increased risk of developing Read more

In a study conducted in California, researchers measured forelimb hoof accelerations and ground reaction forces in relation to three Read more

The warm, dark area under horse blankets is a prime spot for the growth of fungal or bacterial skin Read more

The authors of the study report that while tie-back surgery does result in a less obstructed flow of air Read more

Contact with body fluids constitutes an important route of disease transmission. These fluids—saliva, pus, nasal secretions—can be picked up Read more

Anytime you have a seriously ill horse on your property, disinfect its stall after the horse recovers and before Read more

Mares can be screened for infection through blood tests, but there are many positive reactions among mares without an Read more

Very young foals are at risk for a number of health problems that can require care in a veterinary Read more

As these horses are transitioned from full pasture turnout to a schedule that includes many hours in the stall Read more

Most horses love to eat; that’s normal. However, if your horse eats too much, or too fast, or too Read more