Getting a Handle on Scratches in Horses
Address the condition’s primary, predisposing, and perpetuating causative factors for a successful outcome.
A Case of Persistent Pastern Dermatitis
Read about how one veterinarian treated a particularly challenging case of the equine skin condition commonly known as scratches.
Bulking Up: Does Your Horse Need to Gain Weight, Muscle, or Both?
If you can see your horse’s ribs or his topline is lacking, he might need to gain weight or muscle. But how can you tell which he needs?
Troubleshooting Horse Trailer Loading: One Step at a Time
Consider these 4 behavior-science-based approaches to help your horse load safely.
Ultrasonography’s Role in Equine Lameness Cases
Learn how veterinarians use ultrasound to diagnose, treat, and monitor musculoskeletal injuries in horses.
Front Foot Lameness in Horses: Don’t Forget the Exam
Owner-provided information and a thorough lameness examination can help veterinarians start meaningful investigations into front foot lamenesses.
The Many Faces of Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Find out which horses and ponies have a higher genetic risk for EMS and how to manage them.
Figuring Out Limb Fractures in Horses
Learn about the types of fractures seen in equine athletes and how veterinarians handle them.
Creating the Right Diet for Your Horse
Your horse’s nutritional requirements depend on his life stage and individual needs.
Equine Preventive Care and Your Vet: So Much More Than Vaccines
Consider the benefits of including veterinarians in your horse’s preventive care this spring.
Building a Balanced Mare and Foal Diet
Learn how to tailor your mare and foal’s feeding program from late pregnancy to weaning with expert guidance.
Training Aid Fact and Fiction for Better Riding
Two equine biomechanics researchers share insight on how to properly use equine training aids such as elastic bands, longeing systems, and various rein rigs.
Equine Joint Health for the Long Run
Osteoarthritis might not be completely avoidable as a horse ages, but early diagnosis and conscientious care can slow its advance and minimize pain.
Small but Essential: Vitamins and Minerals Your Horse Needs
Vitamins and minerals comprise a small portion of the horse’s diet by weight, but their importance is enormous. Learn more about when supplementation might be needed.
The Power of Equine Laser Therapy
Learn more about Class IV laser treatments, the current research, and opportunities for further advancement.
Understanding Pedunculated Lipomas in Horses
Don’t take a wait-and-watch approach when it comes to this common cause of colic in older horses.