Hay for Horse Health

What You Need to Know About Equine Stomach Acid

Horses with conditions such as muscle or metabolic disease might have special hay needs to stay healthy.

The Return of Vesicular Stomatitis in Horses

Vesicular stomatitis lesions

Horse owners in the southwestern and western U.S. should be aware of the current VS outbreak situation and implement aggressive vector mitigation and biosecurity strategies to protect their horses.

The Scoop on Runny Poop: Diarrhea in Horses

Administering IV fluids to horse

While some types of diarrhea in horses present little to worry about if watched carefully, others can be life-threatening. Read more about this condition’s causes, diagnosis, and treatment.

The Lesson Horse Lifestyle

A good lesson horse is a valuable member of any riding program. Our sources share tips on keeping these trusty steeds happy and healthy.

The Latest on Strangles in Horses

strangles

It’s the most frequently diagnosed equine infectious disease in the world. Find out how researchers are working to develop better detection methods and vaccines for strangles.

Legendary Equine Disease Outbreaks

Icelandic horses

We take a look back at seven eye-opening equine disease outbreaks in the past 100 years, including influenza in Australia, equine viral arteritis in North America, and African horse sickness in Spain.

Dealing With Unwanted Wildlife on Horse Properties

skunk in live trap

Out-of-control critters can pass along pathogens, damage property and structures, and create unhygienic messes. Find out how to deter unwanted visitors such as birds, raccoons, skunks, and other rodents on your horse farm.

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