Young Horses Require Special Deworming Considerations
Edited Press Release
September 13, 2013
Foals are more susceptible to parasite infection and have an elevated risk for developing disease.
Foals are more susceptible to parasite infection and have an elevated risk for developing disease.
A better understanding of the lesions found in growing horse skeletons has led to clearer terminology.
French researchers tested the new grading scale on 392 young horses screened for osteochondrosis.
Is it possible for young horses that aren’t in training to get stomach ulcers?
Reduced interferon-gamma production is associated with increased risk for intracellular bacterial infections.
More frequent forage feedings for group-housed horses could lead to a balance between feeding and resting.
Dr. Chris Sanchez reviews recent top research papers published focusing on foal health.
Research shows that many radiographic findings in weanlings can change–usually for the better–within a year.
The Society for Theriogenology’s Conference starts Aug. 7 and continues through Aug. 10 in Louisville, Ky.
Dr. Wendy Vaala shares important information about proper internal parasite control and deworming for suckling and weanling foals. She especially emphasizes the importance of treating roundworm infection.
Low serum zinc levels were associated with an impaired immune function in yearlings and 2-year-olds.
Equine immunodeficiencies can be challenging to diagnose, and even more difficult–or impossible–to manage.
Researchers believe the fetal consciousness transition could have a significant impact on neonatal health.
The field protocol is designed to be low-risk, efficient, economical, and effective in identifying lesions.
Veterinarians are taking a page from human medicine books by using CT to evaluate pulmonary disease in foals.
Researchers are investigating how young horse management practices can impact osteochondral lesions.
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