Routine horse vaccinations are one of the easiest and most efficient ways to protect equids’ health against potentially fatal infectious diseases.
Researchers have determined that the matrix—a stretchy, sticky, weblike structure within the tendon—loses its resistance over time. This could play a role in tendon problems in old horses.
Learn about the lifecycles of common found parasites in horses and how to manage them.
In recent years, veterinarians have started observing pathologic fractures, which are caused by a weak bone structure, in horses with PPID.
Think botulism can’t happen to your horses? Think again. An owner describes her mare’s battle with the deadly disease.
Critical conditions such as colic, injuries, and dehydration can strike when you’re at a competition with your horse. Here’s how to handle them.
A brief period of fasting prior to omeprazole administration could help maximize drug absorption and, thus, efficacy.
Find out how equine researchers are using the latest gadgets and gizmos to diagnose lameness, collect data, and more.
Genuine Reward, one of only two living offspring produced by Kentucky Derby winning-filly Genuine Risk, was euthanized Aug. 16 at Old Friends.
Researchers determined that modifications in whip use rules, aimed toward more ethical use had no negative effect on Standardbreds’ racing performance or race times.
If successful, the case will be the first to establish that animals have the legal right to sue their alleged abusers in court.
The unvaccinated 9-year-old pony mare from Fauquier County has recovered.
An Assateague pony struck by a vehicle on Aug. 6 was euthanized Aug. 15, officials from the National Park Services’ Assateague Island National Seashore have confirmed.
Sponsorships have been obtained for all five of the races Kentucky Downs made available for Kentucky Downs Research Day, which benefits the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation, to be on Sept. 1.
Laminitis causes crippling lameness associated with intense pain that shortens horses’ athletic careers. Download this fact sheet to learn more about recognizing, treating, and preventing laminitis in horses.
An ulcer is an area of damaged and eroded tissue that leaves behind a painful divot (think of a canker sore or a bed sore). In this special report, take a “closer look” at gastric ulcers, an all-too-common equine stomach condition.
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