
The Never-Ending Hoof Abscess
Why do some hoof abscesses heal quickly while others linger? Why do some keep coming back? Two horse hoof experts answer these questions and more.


Why do some hoof abscesses heal quickly while others linger? Why do some keep coming back? Two horse hoof experts answer these questions and more.

Researchers continue to study internal parasites with a focus on preventing resistance to deworming drugs. Read more in this article from The Horse‘s 2023 Research Roundup issue.

A horse’s ridden or competitive career doesn’t have to end after an osteoarthritis diagnosis. Two experts on older horse care share tips for conditioning these animals.

Read about the steps veterinarians and farriers take to identify, evaluate, and treat riding horses’ hoof problems.

Nutritional evaluations take the guesswork out of whether your horse is consuming a balanced diet.

Knowing what to do—and what not to do—in a horse transport incident can mean the difference between a positive outcome and tragic ending. Read more in this article from the Fall 2023 issue of The Horse.

Here are some tips for promoting nonworking horses’ optimal health (and preventing potential problems) with nutrition.

Equine practitioners are using recent research in their day-to-day practice to diagnose PPID, EMS, and ID.

The racing industry is leading the charge in identifying at-risk athletes before catastrophe occurs.

Proteins and the amino acids that form them play important roles in the horse’s body, from muscle building and function to neurotransmission and hormone synthesis.

What are the most common neck issues in horses and how are research and technological advancements helping veterinarians diagnose them?

New study results lead researchers to believe differences in ACTH concentrations between breeds are significant to diagnostic testing for PPID.

An equine nutritionist explains how to rectify common mistakes owners make while feeding easy keepers.

7 things to know before a horse colics, so you can maximize the chances of a successful outcome.

Researchers have determined an ice blanket might be more effective for cooling horses than water or fans.

Diagnostic imaging results are clearer than ever, but how they will affect a horse’s performance career isn’t always evident.
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