Hock arthritis can cause poor performance and lameness in horses. Learn how to manage your horse after a diagnosis of this common condition.
Learn about the subtle cues indicating horses like the work they do.
What is good-quality sleep, and how much do horses need? Researchers offer advice on helping horses get enough sleep.
Researchers caution that more studies are needed to fully understand the effects of antioxidants on equine joint health. Here’s what they know now.
The footing under your horse’s feet can affect his overall soundness. Find out what scientists know about footing and its connection to lameness and other health issues.
Changes in management and education can transform how horses experience short-term separation. Read more in the Summer 2026 issue of The Horse.
One unusual case shows how headshaking can have an infectious origin. Read more in The Horse’s Summer 2026 issue.
A detailed guide on whether hoof boots are suitable for your horse, covering reasons for use, selection, fitting, maintenance, and potential issues.
Poor saddle fit can negatively impact your horse’s health, movement, and performance. Researchers describe the importance of regular saddle-fit checks by experts.
Quick fixes can miss the real cause. Instead, pursue an accurate diagnosis to better manage and rehab horses with back pain.
Horse hair offers insights into health, genetics, stress, and even history.
Delaying treatment, letting horses get overweight, and other common mistakes can contribute to arthritis progression and affect comfort and performance over time.
Protecting your young horse’s musculoskeletal system can help reduce his risk of injuries later in life.
Horses are social animals, and isolation can take a toll on their mental and physical health. Scientists continue to uncover the effects of social contact on horse welfare.
Healthy, well-maintained hooves can stay strong for decades—supporting horses from their first steps to their final years.
Learn how veterinarians get to the bottom of this complex cause of poor performance.
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