Keeping the School Horse Sound and Healthy
Lucile Vigouroux, MSc
June 3, 2026
Learn about the challenges and unique needs of school horses and how to keep them sound for the long haul.
Learn about the challenges and unique needs of school horses and how to keep them sound for the long haul.
Chronic diarrhea in horses has many possible causes, from sand accumulation to lymphoma. Find out how veterinarians diagnose and manage these challenging cases.
Learn how veterinarians distinguish fecal water syndrome from true chronic diarrhea in horses, uncover likely causes, and guide management.
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Get answers to common questions about this equine-welfare-friendly training method.
What does it take to optimize a horse’s immune response and fight off disease?
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Conformation, saddle fit, rider body weight, and training practices can all influence function—and dysfunction—in your horse’s topline.
A fresh look at where, how, and why injuries happen in today’s various equine sports. Read more in the 2025 Research Roundup issue of The Horse.
Two equine nutritionists shed light on the do’s and don’ts of feeding your horse to promote strong and healthy hooves.
Learn why dental and digestive problems in geriatric horses often go hand in hand and what you can do to help your horse thrive in his golden years.
How veterinarians navigate 4 common scenarios, from dehydration to the postpartum period, that increase colic risk.
Learn how these injuries happen, how veterinarians treat them, and tips for preventing them in the first place.
Find out how coffin bone fractures happen and how to prevent them from becoming career-ending injuries.
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