Lameness

The exact physiological steps involved in laminitis remain somewhat unclear, which makes finding an effective treatment strategy challenging. Read more

Recent research suggests that a feed supplement could reduce insulin level and therefore decrease a horse’s chances of developing Read more

Proper nutrition can support the equine immune response and reduce inflammation. Omega-3 fatty acids such as those found in Read more

Laminitis is a severe, painful inflammation of the laminae, which are interlayered tissues that connect the soft and solid Read more

Rosmarinic acid, a substance found in some plants including mint, oregano, and rosemary, may be helpful in reducing pain Read more

When a horse has a problem with hoof quality, consider whether the animal is receiving enough energy in its Read more

Despite their large size, draft horses have a lower energy requirement than light horses, which may be due to Read more

Horse owners know to be cautious when allowing horses access to lush green pasture in the spring. But that Read more

The actions of vitamin K on blood clotting, bone metabolism, and bone resorption have been known for some time. However, Read more

There was a trend for fish oil-supplemented horses to have lower PGE2, a potent inflammatory compound, in their joints Read more