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He might seem perfect—but before you call him yours, determine if a horse is sound and serviceable for the job at hand and if you can live with his inevitable flaws.


He might seem perfect—but before you call him yours, determine if a horse is sound and serviceable for the job at hand and if you can live with his inevitable flaws.

The Thoroughbred filly was unvaccinated for the disease.

Is your horse cinchy or unthrifty? Learn about EGUS, which affects an estimated 50-90% of horses.

Dr. Marty Adams talks about hay quality, impaction colic risk, and if Bermuda hay is appropriate for feeding horses.

The FDA has received multiple reports of patients who have required medical support and been hospitalized after self-medicating with ivermectin intended for horses.

The affected mare is the state’s 14th equine confirmed with EEE in 2021.

Nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes talks about the best ways to keep horses fueled and hydrated during competition.

Italian researchers found higher-placed haynets significantly shorten horses’ back muscles and change their jaw angles as they eat.

So far in 2021, Idaho officials have confirmed West Nile virus in horses in Blaine, Lemhi, Twin Falls, Canyon, and Ada counties.

Read about three real-life examples of equine athletes that made full recoveries from their injuries, including their diagnostic challenges, rehab modalities, and recovery details.

Find out how to keep you, your prone-to-worry horse, and those around him safe.

Behavior and performance changes that could be associated with gastric ulcers in horses should prompt further veterinary investigation.

Drs. Clair Thunes and Marty Adams outline what constitutes a performance horse and their unique dietary needs to support athletic training.

The cases mark the state’s third and fourth equids confirmed with EEE in 2021.

Study: Working horses in moderately low-oxygen conditions—typical of slightly higher altitudes—could lead to more endurance and better race times for Thoroughbreds.

The 2-year-old filly was unvaccinated.
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