Understanding Sudden Death in Horses
Here’s what researchers know about the unexpected demise of healthy equine athletes during or immediately after exercise.
Equine Guttural Pouch Infections
In horses, guttural pouches can be the source of various bacterial and fungal infections. A veterinarian explains how empyema, chondroids, mycosis, and other conditions can afflict these structures.
Does My Horse Have a ‘Cold’?
Find out how to prevent equine upper respiratory tract infections from spreading throughout your barn.
Caslick’s in Mares: Why and How
Veterinarians perform this common surgical procedure on broodmares to help keep the reproductive tract clean.
Understanding Choke in Horses
Chokes are common equine emergencies with potentially serious consequences. Here’s what you need to know.
Streptococcus zooepidemicus Infections in Horses
Strep zoo are responsible for a variety of diseases and issues in horses, including pneumonia, abortions, and upper respiratory, wound, testicular, and neonatal infections.
Keeping Equine Preventive Care Organized
Here’s how farm managers responsible for large numbers of horses can ensure they stay up to date on vaccines, deworming, and more.
Common Equine Eye Conditions
If you have ever dealt with an equine eye problem, you know the importance of early recognition and appropriate treatment. Here are some common conditions and how your veterinarian might manage them.
Why Fly Control Is Critical for Horse Health
Know your common fly species, the diseases they transmit, and ways to deter them from your property.
Elastic Veterinary Kinesiology Taping
Learn about this therapy designed to provide support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting their range of motion.
Equine Castration Complications
Learn about caring for your gelding post-castration and possible complications to watch for.
Myths About Equine Colic Surgery
A veterinarian dispels 4 common rumors that often sway an owner’s decision to pursue surgery for a colicking horse.
Treating Equine Soft Tissue Injuries
A veterinarian describes conventional and alternative therapies for helping tendons and ligaments heal.
Potomac Horse Fever: A Happy Outcome
A veterinarian walks us through diagnosing and treating this infectious disease.
Dealing With Rain Rot in Horses
Any horse can get rain rot, but horses with compromised immune systems from systemic disease or malnutrition are most likely to be affected. Learn how to prevent and treat this frustrating skin condition.
Equine Coronavirus: A Quick Rundown
Equine coronavirus is a relatively new discovery in equine medicine. Here’s what you need to know about this pathogen.
