Latest News – The Horse
Decoding the Laminitis Mystery
Laminitis and founder are two words in the lexicon of the horse that are guaranteed to elicit a definite response, whether it is a painful memory for a horse owner, a recurring anxiety for a breeder, a shoeing dilemma for a farrier, a complex prognos
Traction or Trauma?
Some astute horsemen have long alleged that certain styles of horseshoes might predispose a racehorse to catastrophic injury, often resulting in euthanasia of the athlete. A recently completed study at the University of California, Davis,
Preventing Estrus In Performance Mares
It has happened to many horse owners. The day of the major event or stakes arrives and the prize mare is ready to compete. The night before her coat glistened, her muscles rippled, and her eyes were aglow with competitive spirit.
This
Colic in Horses: Recognize the Signs
Owners, beware. THE NUMBER ONE KILLER OF HORSES IS COLIC! But it’s not a disease. It is not an immediate accident. And, unfortunately, it is not thoroughly understood.
It can, however, become life threatening in a relatively
Urine Pooling
A small percentage of broodmares will be afflicted with urine pooling, also known as vesicovaginal reflux (VVR) or urovagina. But when it does occur, it is a serious problem that sometimes can only be remedied with surgery. Simply put, urine
Respiratory Disease In Foals
What are the best things to do to prevent pneumonia and other problems from happening in the first place?
Will Medicine Keep Your Horse Sound?
Degenerative joint disease is a common malady of the horse. It most frequently strikes the hocks, front fetlocks, and front navicular bones, and its consequences can be severe.
Footing that Forgives
Every horse appreciates sure footing, either on the track or the trail. For the equine athlete, sport-specific footing helps him achieve his best perform-ance. Every athlete, human or equine, must traverse through an environment. His body impact
Moving Your Horse Safely
I will be moving my horse in the near future. What preparations can I make to ensure the health of my horse in transit?
Bee Prepared
If you live in the South or Southwest, you have certainly heard, or read, about the northward progression of African honeybees, more sensationally known as killer bees.
Elderly Woman Attacked By Killer Bees, The Arizona”P>If you live in the South or Southwest, you have certainly heard, or read, about the
Biologic Solutions
(Author’s note: Sera, Inc., who markets oral and IV equine IgG products approved by the USDA, sponsored a roundtable discussion on Biological Solutions for Biological Problems in Lexington, Ky. Participating in the roundtable were: Michelle
Prepping Stallions
It’s getting close to breeding season. What are some tips on getting my stallion, my crew, and myself ready?
Dorsiflexion and Carpal Damage
Last time we talked about carpal arthrosis, pointing out that too much bowing–dorsiflexion–of the foreleg at the knee was the immediate cause of damage to the articular cartilage. Further, with a bit of mechanics, we saw that too much
When are Fillies Fertile?
At what age does a filly go into heat? Our 18-month-old Haflinger/Arab mix shows signs of coming into heat.
