The horse’s gut microbiome could influence gastric ulcers, and while researchers have found microbial shifts with disease, their role remains uncertain.
The horse lives in Oceana County.
The horse lives in Queen Anne’s County.
Radiographic evidence reveals Western performance horses can develop fetlock bone stress similar to racehorses—likely from repetitive strain, not speed.
The horse lives in Grayson County.
The horse lives in Grant County and tested positive for West Nile virus.
Horses are expensive, but you can use these strategies to forecast expenses without sacrificing compassionate care.
Learn how to combat foot issues such as thrush, white line disease, and abscesses that can develop in or be exacerbated by moist, muddy conditions.
The horse lives in Oakland County.
A horse at a veterinary hospital in Douglas County, Illinois, was euthanized after contracting West Nile virus.
The gelding lives in Highland County.
The filly lives in Grey County.
Find out how a colt with persistently puffy hocks but no lameness was diagnosed with and treated for a medial malleolus lesion.
Dr. Carleigh Fedorka explains why veterinarians might have trouble getting a mare pregnant.
Veterinary technicians help veterinarians provide top-level care to their clients and patients. Learn more about their roles in the Fall 2025 issue of The Horse.
Smart storage of hay, feeds, meds, and gear can help keep horses safe, prevent waste, and reduce fire, pest, and injury risks in the barn.
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