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Horses Require Extra Attention When Temperatures Plummet

With freezing temperatures comes the need for extra care and attention for horses and other equids.

Dr. Pat McCue describes the reproduction studies from the past year he deemed most important and useful.

Covering a variety of horse health topics, the following articles received the most views in 2013.

It’s time to take a step back and review the specialized structure and function of the equine body.

Horohov and Page will study Lawsonia intracellularis with their $15,000 grant.

Our coming 2-year-old acts like he is ready to breed. How young is too young to breed a colt?

On Dec. 26, 2013, the owners of a 3-year-old horse found the animal lying dead in its pasture.

When medicating a horse, always know the drug’s function, how it works, and its intended use.

Horse owners might overlook wildfire threats from insect infestation on surrounding trees.

Attendees discussed diagnostic and treatment options, among other topics.

Maintaining a healthy weight and diet is just as important for our horses as it is for us.

Horse owners are being reminded to prepare animals this New Year?s Eve ahead of noisy fireworks displays.

Several horses have tested positive for neurologic EHV-1, according to the state veterinarian’s office.

Of the 463 voters, 35% (164) said their horses received treats as a holiday surprise this year.

Study results suggest that in some cases veterinarians can begin vaccinating foals sooner than once thought.

Proper preparation can minimize the stress of weaning and make for a more pleasant experience for all.