Always treat wounds near joints as emergencies. One veterinarian explains why and what you can do to limit the risk of infection until the vet arrives.
Proteins and the amino acids that form them play important roles in the horse’s body, from muscle building and function to neurotransmission and hormone synthesis.
Experts describe the 3 most common problems associated with equine hock lameness and how veterinarians can make an accurate diagnosis in these complex joints.
Researchers recently described the appearance of normal and injured equine patellar ligaments on stifle ultrasound, which had not been previously reported.
Here’s how one veterinarian localizes lameness to the horse’s stifle, treats stifle injuries, and performs surgery when necessary.
Experts described 6 new studies that made significant impacts on equine musculoskeletal problem diagnosis and treatment in 2024.
Learn how arena footing affects horse and rider safety, and what 5 factors to consider when choosing and maintaining footing.
Here’s how veterinarians manage problems such as foal diarrhea, dehydration, and milk replacement challenges on the farm.
Sometimes mares don’t produce enough milk to support their foals’ demands. Here’s what you can do to help.
Milne lecturer Dr. Lisa Fortier advises veterinarians to evaluate a horse’s overall health before using orthobiologics and to treat injuries early for the best outcomes.
Meet Beau and follow the 8-year-old Quarter Horse’s journey from subtle lameness to return to performance.
Two equine nutritionists shed light on the do’s and don’ts of feeding your horse to promote strong and healthy hooves.
Researchers are currently working to develop an RNA vaccine for EHV-1 and -4. Here’s what they know so far.
Manage at-risk horses’ diet and exercise to help avoid this painful condition.
A USEF veterinarian shares important biosecurity information for those planning to host or attend competitions this year.
The new vaccine in development paves the way for more effective immunization against the diarrhea-inducing virus in equine neonates.
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