From the Mustang protection issue to slaughter bills, equine welfare concerns are getting plenty of attention in the mainstream media. Behind these issues are equine welfare organizations working hard to make a change in horses’ lives. Some of the
I have a maiden mare that has been bred twice. She bled both times. What would cause this? A tear?
In the last two installments of this equine dental series, you’ve digested an overview of the basics of equine dentistry, and I hope you’ve gained an understanding of just why dental care for horses is rising to the forefront of equine veterinary
Colic, defined as any abdominal pain, has resulted in the deaths of horses throughout recorded history, stated White. In fact, today it is second only to old age as the number one cause of equine deaths in the United States. White said it is one of
Horse paperwork–it’s not what you’re thinking. This is not about your horse standing in front of a schematic drawing making a checklist of plans on how to break into the grain room in the middle of the night. This is about those issues that requir
Adipobiology (The Study of Fat in the Body): An Emerging Field
The small size of Miniature Horses and Donkeys belies their strength and hardiness. Explains Mikelle Roeder, PhD (animal physiology), professional animal scientist and equine nutritionist for Land O’Lakes Purina Feed, “The diminutive stature and
Freelance photographer needs for the print publication The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care.
Oral Joint Supplements: Do They Work?
In 2005, nutraceutical
A group of veterinarians gathered at the Land O’ Lakes Purina Mills headquarters in St. Louis, Mo., last fall to participate in discussions on subjects that ranged from Cushing’s disease to proper nutrition for horses young and old. Nicholas Frank,
Equestrian sports are the only events in the Olympics where male and female athletes compete against each other equally, whether humans or horses. Men and women, geldings, stallions, and mares are all equals. Rodeo is the only sport where humans an
Various horse management and health care tips offered by equine professionals at the AAEP 2006 Convention.
There are many benefits to keeping horses on your own property, but there are also responsibilities, and one of the biggest is barn maintenance. Whether your barn is old or new, there are products on the market that can help ease the burden.
The Maryland Department of Agriculture yesterday (Feb. 28) received the final outstanding equine herpesvirus-1 negative test results taken last week, for a total of 30 negative tests. As a result of this negative test, a total of 10 of the 13
Uplifting Applications for UC Davis Large Animal Lift
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Shelly, crumbly feet can be a challenge for horses and their owners. The feet break down too readily if the horse is barefoot, and they are unable to hold nails if he’s shod. In this article we’ll look at several causes and potential treatments for
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