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Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN

Brian Nielsen, PhD, MS, PAS, Dipl. ACAN, is an animal science professor at Michigan State University, where he teaches senior level courses in equine exercise physiology and advanced horse management. His research interests include equine exercise physiology, young horse development, and nutrition.

Articles by: Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN

OCD: Causes in Young Horses and Long-Term Impact

Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN October 28, 2022

Dr. Brian Nielsen describes what osteochondritis dissecans is, what causes it, and how it can affect horses during their lifetimes.

Longeing’s Potential Effects on Equine Joints

Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN April 1, 2020

Is frequent circular exercise linked to osteoarthritis?

Can Poor Nutrition Stunt Foals?

Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN November 24, 2019

And if a foal has experienced stunted development, can proper nutrition correct any long-term health issues?

The Link Between Osteochondrosis Lesions and Limb Forces

Do Foals Need Exercise for Bone Growth?

Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN November 23, 2019

Dr. Brian Nielsen describes the best kind of exercise for foals.

Young Horses: Long-Term Effects of Nutrition and Exercise

Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN November 20, 2019

Are young horses with poor or limited nutrition or exercise likely to develop problems later in life? If so, can these be reversed? Dr. Brian Nielsen responds.

A Look Back at the Feeding of Performance Horses

Performance Horse Nutrition: What Role Do Supplements Play?

Brian D. Nielsen, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN July 31, 2015

Brian Nielsen, PhD, of Michigan State University’s Department of Animal Science, presents up-to-date information on feeding the athletic horse and using nutritional supplements.