Smart Antibiotic Use: Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance in Horses

Antimicrobial-resistant infections continue to challenge veterinarians and compromise horse health. Here’s what practitioners are doing to curb it and how you can help.
Suppressing Undesirable Behavior in Mares

If a mare’s behavior issues are related to her reproductive cycles, suppressing estrus might help.
Horses Sans Shoes: The Facts on Bare Feet

Find out what researchers are learning about the biomechanics of the barefoot hoof.
The Price of Longevity: Senior Horse Health Needs

Owning a horse over his lifetime can be rewarding, but you need to be prepared for specific costs related to his care. Learn about senior horse research studies and what veterinarians say you should watch for as your horse ages.
Broodmares: Worth Their Weight

Find out what effect a mare’s weight and, ultimately, energy or calorie intake can have on her efficiency as a broodmare and on her foal.
Why I’m an Equine Veterinarian

Being an equine veterinarian isn’t always easy, but one practitioner says it’s cases like this that make it all worthwhile.
On the Fence: What’s the Best Fencing for Horse Property?

When choosing a fence type for your horse property, keep safety, maintenance, and aesthetics in mind.
Horse Owner Empathy and Our Equine Veterinarians

Issues of mental health, well-being, and suicide among vets are important ones that veterinary organizations worldwide have made a priority.
Coming to America: 2018 World Equestrian Games Preview

A fast-growing equestrian epicenter in a North Carolina hamlet prepares to host the 2018 World Equestrian Games.