Thoracolumbar Pain in Horses: It’s Complicated

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Learn to recognize the signs of equine back pain and what therapies are available.

How Do Old Horses Spend Their Days?

Sep 24, 2021

In a study monitoring how horses budgeted their time, researchers found age and orthopedic pain didn’t deter horses from moving around when given the opportunity.

Study: Tail Stretching Could Reduce Back Pain by More Than 80%

Sep 24, 2021

Scientists found that a professional’s light, steady, straight pull at a slightly downward angle relieved pain at several sites along the equine spine.

Equine Diagnostic Imaging: Know Your Options

Sep 22, 2021

Use this visual guide to learn about the technologies your veterinarian might use to look inside your horse and why. Sponsored by Asto CT.

Product Review: Kinetic Vet EquiShield SA and CK Shampoo

Sep 21, 2021

Adding EquiShield SA to my horse’s skin care arsenal has helped him cope with allergens and clear his hives.

Equine Dental Care: Painful Points and Uneven Arcades

Sep 20, 2021

Here are some common dental issues that can negatively impact your horse’s performance and how they can be corrected.

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How Do Old Horses Spend Their Days?

by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Sep 24, 2021

In a study monitoring how horses budgeted their time, researchers found age and orthopedic pain didn’t deter horses from moving around when given the opportunity.

Barn Management Secrets

by Kayli Hanley | Sep 24, 2021
Study: Heavier Horses Are Less Symmetrical, Less Fit

by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Sep 20, 2021
Equine Dental Care: Painful Points and Uneven Arcades

by Heather Smith Thomas | Sep 20, 2021
Broodmares’ Nutritional Needs During Late Gestation

by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Sep 18, 2021

Fluid Therapy: A Life-Saving Measure

by David E. Freeman, MVB, PhD, Dipl. ACVS | Aug 6, 2021

Learn how fluid therapy enhances recovery from life-threatening diseases by correcting dehydration and shock in this article from the July 2021 issue of The Horse.

The ‘Not Quite Right’ Horse

by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Jul 20, 2021
Dealing With Equine Colic: Here Are 33 Do’s and Don’ts

by Marcia King | Jun 4, 2021
How Does the Equine GI Tract Work?

by The Horse Staff | May 21, 2021
Fasting Horses Reduces Gut Microbiota Number, Diversity

by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 3, 2021

Thoracolumbar Pain in Horses: It’s Complicated

by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Sep 26, 2021

Learn to recognize the signs of equine back pain and what therapies are available.

Suspensory Ligament Branch Injuries

by Multiple Authors | Sep 25, 2021
How Do Old Horses Spend Their Days?

by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Sep 24, 2021
Canadian Mare Euthanized Due to EHM

by Edited Press Release | Sep 24, 2021
Study: Tail Stretching Could Reduce Back Pain by More Than 80%

by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Sep 24, 2021

Managing Equine Foot Pain

by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Sep 15, 2021

What can an owner do to manage a horse’s foot pain? We turned to two equine veterinarians that spend a lot of time managing horses’ feet to find out.

The Crossroads of PPID, Insulin Resistance, and Laminitis

by Chris White, DVM | Aug 27, 2021
Keeping Laminitic Horses Comfortable

by Erica Larson | Aug 11, 2021
Individualized Diets Help Horses With EMS-Induced Laminitis

by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jul 26, 2021
Equine Hoof Care Teams at Work

by Corie Traylor | Jul 24, 2021

The Top 5 Signs and Factors Flagging an Ulcery Horse

by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Aug 27, 2021

They might look thin and not perform as well as they used to. But many other horses never show any outward signs of gastric ulcers despite the pain they cause.