Wildfire Season and Feeding Horses for Lung Health
Smoky air makes breathing difficult and can exacerbate equine asthma. Learn how to support your horse’s respiratory health via nutrition and reduce airway irritants during fire season.
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Jun 9, 2023 | Commentary, Horse Care, Horse Nutrition Commentary Series, Immune System, Nutrition, Other Respiratory Problems, Respiratory Problems, Welfare and Industry
Smoky air makes breathing difficult and can exacerbate equine asthma. Learn how to support your horse’s respiratory health via nutrition and reduce airway irritants during fire season.
Read MoreJun 9, 2023 | Article, Digestive System, Medications, Nutrition, Ulcers
A veterinarian addresses whether oral aloe vera could help horses with gastric ulcers and offers evidence-based alternatives.
Read MoreJun 8, 2023 | Article, EDCC Health Watch, Horse Industry News, Welfare and Industry
The affected horses reside in Monroe and Jackson counties.
Read MoreJun 8, 2023 | Article, Basic Care, Heat Stress, Horse Care, Seasonal Care, Summer Care, Thermoregulation & Body Temperature
Researchers have determined an ice blanket might be more effective for cooling horses than water or fans.
Read MoreJun 8, 2023 | Air Quality, Article, Barns and Sheds, Basic Care, Farm and Barn, Healthy Farm Management, Horse Care, Other Respiratory Problems, Respiratory Problems
Learn how air quality issues such as wildfire smoke and pollution can affect your horse’s respiratory health.
Read MoreJun 8, 2023 | Article, Commentary, Grains, Nutrition, Nutrition-Related Problems, Ulcers
Do certain concentrates increase gastric ulcer risk? A nutritionist answers this commonly asked question.
Read MoreJun 7, 2023 | Article, Digestive System, Digestive Tract Problems, Diseases and Conditions, Horse Care, Nutrition, Nutrition-Related Problems, Ulcers
What can you do to protect your horse’s sensitive stomach against gastric disease?
Read MoreJun 7, 2023 | Article, Diseases and Conditions, Infectious Diseases, Other Respiratory Problems, Respiratory Problems, Vet and Professional
Since 2008 the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine and Merck Animal Health have worked to cultivate a strong biosurveillance program.
Read MoreJun 7, 2023 | Article, EDCC Health Watch, Horse Industry News, Welfare and Industry
The premises are located in Riverside, San Diego, San Bernardino, and Orange counties.
Read MoreJun 7, 2023 | Article, Computed Tomography (CT), Diagnosing Lameness, Diagnostics and Technology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Scintigraphy, Vet and Professional
Learn what to expect when your horse undergoes advanced imaging exams using MRI, CT, and nuclear scintigraphy.
Read MoreJun 7, 2023 | Article, EDCC Health Watch, Horse Industry News, Welfare and Industry
The horses reside in Snohomish County and recently traveled to an event.
Read MoreJun 7, 2023 | First Aid, First Aid & Emergency Care, Horse Care, Infographics, Injuries & Wounds, Media, Puncture Wounds, Wound Management
Learn about the four stages of wound repair and the steps you can take to help your horse’s wounds heal. Sponsored by W.F. Young.
Read MoreJun 6, 2023 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Article, Back and Spine, Computed Tomography (CT), Diagnostics and Technology, Ultrasound, Vet and Professional
Neck pain in horses can be difficult to diagnose; clinical signs might not match what’s seen on imaging. Learn how vets interpret findings and develop a treatment plan.
Read MoreJun 6, 2023 | Article, Commentary, Digestive Tract Problems, Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Sports Nutrition, Ulcers
Providing forage before an early morning ride can help reduce your horse’s ulcer risk.
Read MoreJun 6, 2023 | Article, EDCC Health Watch, Horse Industry News, Welfare and Industry
The horses are located in MRC Pierre-de-Saurel, MRC Bécancour, MRC Joliette, MRC Les Maskoutains, and Trois-Rivières.
Read MoreJun 5, 2023 | Commentary, Equine Nutrition FAQs, Nutrition, Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (PSSM), Special Needs Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Sports Nutrition
Choosing a diet that is low in starch and sugar can help reduce excess muscle glycogen storage in horses with PSSM.
Read MoreJun 5, 2023 | Article, Cushing's Disease, Digestive Tract Problems, Horse Care, Laminitis (Founder), Metabolic Problems, Metabolic Syndrome, Nutrition, Nutrition-Related Problems, Obesity, Older Horse Care Concerns, Other Respiratory Problems, Pasture and Forages, Respiratory Problems, Supplements, Ulcers
The do’s and don’ts of feeding horses with 4 common health conditions, including gastric ulcers, metabolic disorders, and more.
Read MoreJun 5, 2023 | Commentary, Digestive Tract Problems, Horse Nutrition Commentary Series, Nutrition, Other Supplements, Supplements, Ulcers
Researchers found horses with EGUS are under greater oxidative stress and concluded they might benefit from additional antioxidant therapy.
Read MoreJun 4, 2023 | Article, Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Breeding and Reproduction, Estrous Cycle, Horse Care, Mare Care, Mare Care and Problems
If a mare’s behavior issues are related to her reproductive cycles, suppressing estrus might help.
Read MoreJun 4, 2023 | Article, Diseases and Conditions, Horse Care, Infectious Diseases, Piroplasmosis
Certain groups of U.S. horses are at risk of acquiring this blood- and tick-borne foreign animal disease.
Read MoreJun 3, 2023 | Behavior, Breeding and Reproduction, Breeding Basics, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Feeding Foals and Young Horses, Foal Care, Foal Care and Problems, Handling and Restraint, Orphaned Foals, Welfare and Industry
An equine behavior expert offers advice on raising and training an orphan foal to reduce future unwanted behaviors.
Read MoreJun 3, 2023 | Article, Farrier Issues, Hoof Care, Hoof Care & Balance, Hoof Problems, Shoeing
Learn how to prevent shoe loss caused by farrier error, rider issues, management style, or horseplay in this article from the Riding Horse 2023 issue of The Horse.
Read MoreJun 2, 2023 | Article, EDCC Health Watch, Horse Industry News, Welfare and Industry
Eighteen new affected premises have been identified in Riverside, San Diego and San Bernadino Counties, bringing the total number to 44.
Read MoreJun 2, 2023 | Article, EDCC Health Watch, Horse Industry News, Welfare and Industry
The horses reside in Stanislaus County, where 28 additional horses are confirmed.
Read MoreJun 2, 2023 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Equine Welfare Legislation, Horse Care, Media, Podcasts, Welfare and Industry
Drs. Camie Heleski and Jenny Biehunko explain the differences between a horse trainer, an animal behaviorist, and a veterinary behaviorist.
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