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Passionate about horses and science from the time she was riding her first Shetland Pony in Texas, Christa Lesté-Lasserre writes about scientific research that contributes to a better understanding of all equids. After undergrad studies in science, journalism, and literature, she received a master's degree in creative writing. Now based in France, she aims to present the most fascinating aspect of equine science: the story it creates. Follow Lesté-Lasserre on Twitter @christalestelas.
Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 20, 2022 | Horse Care, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Musculoskeletal System, Regenerative Medicine, Vet and Professional
Our sources share updates from the equine world to help you understand this exciting yet complex field of regenerative medicine.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 20, 2022 | Article, Horse Care, Injuries & Wounds, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Regenerative Medicine, Vet and Professional
Body and leg wounds treated promptly with MSCs originating in the mouth heal better than untreated wounds.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 15, 2022 | Article, Breeding and Reproduction, Foaling & Foaling Problems, Horse Care, Mare Care and Problems
Accelerating the foaling process can go well in certain cases, provided vets carefully follow a protocol confirming mare and fetus are ready.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 13, 2022 | Metabolic Problems, Nutrition, Obesity, Pasture and Forages, Special Needs Nutrition
Warm-season grasses, such as Bermuda and modified crabgrass, and early morning turnouts might be ideal for obese horses and those with metabolic issues.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 11, 2022 | Article, Hoof Care, Navicular Problems, Shoeing, Sports Medicine, Thermography, Vet and Professional
Researchers reported thermography showed lower temperatures in the heels and toes of horses wearing egg bar shoes or wedge pads; the findings remain inconclusive.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 6, 2022 | Article, Diseases and Conditions, Equine Herpesvirus (EHV), Horse Care, Horse Industry News, Infectious Diseases
Here’s a look at what we know and what we’re learning about equine herpesvirus type 1 (EHV-1) in light of recent outbreaks.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 5, 2022 | AAEP Convention, AAEP Convention 2021, Article, Diseases and Conditions, Equine Herpesvirus (EHV), Infectious Diseases
Researcher: Differing and possibly delayed immune responses could explain the variation and offer potential for redirecting viral effects.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 30, 2022 | Article, Behavior, Foal Care and Problems, Horse Care, Premature Foals, Vet and Professional, Welfare and Industry
Poor hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis development in premature and immature newborn foals might affect their stress responses.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 26, 2022 | AAEP Convention 2021, Article, Diseases and Conditions, Horse Care, Welfare and Industry
Researcher: Horses can acquire the COVID-19 virus but don’t develop disease. However, equine coronavirus kills up to 9% of infected horses.
Read MorePosted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 26, 2022 | AAEP Convention, AAEP Convention 2021, Article, Breeding and Reproduction, Horse Care, Pneumonia (Rhodococcus), Vet and Professional
Breeding farm managers want zero foal deaths, but at what greater cost?
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