Researcher: Cobalt Misuse in Horses is ‘Ill-Conceived’
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
November 15, 2019
Blood testing provides a clearer picture of potential cobalt misuse.
Blood testing provides a clearer picture of potential cobalt misuse.
Navicular syndrome management changed significantly in 2014 when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved bisphosphonates for treatment. Sponsored by Dechra Veterinary Products.
Researchers set out to determine whether these inhaled medications simply relieve airway constriction for horses with heaves or, more importantly, improve lung function. Here’s what they found.
Texas A&M researchers reviewed the current body of knowledge surrounding bisphosphonates and their use in horses. Here’s what they found.
Researchers investigated whether microbiome composition could be breed-specific and, therefore, influence horse health and behavior.
If developed, an economical and relatively easy-to-perform stallside test could help veterinarians better identify asthmatic horses and provide an alternative to bronchoalveolar lavage.
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While largely considered eradicated in domestic horses, researchers found that most feral horses tested positive for the internal parasite.
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Equine influenza is one of the most contagious and costly diseases. As such, preventing its spread in the first place is the easiest course of action.
They might be small, but these flying fiends can spread some deadly diseases.
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Experts share information about the steps needed to identify PSSM, how to distinguish between the types, and recommendations for managing affected horses.
The name might sound romantic, but in reality kissing spines often cause heartbreak and bring nothing but pain. Find out if this condition is the cause of your horse’s back pain or poor performance.
With an estimated 88% of horses over 20 years of age diagnosed with dental disease, veterinarians must be sure to maintain these patients differently than their younger counterparts.
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