Study: Mycotoxin Causes Bone Marrow Suppression, Hair Loss
Erica Larson
August 18, 2015
Still, the researchers found that spontaneous recovery is possible following trichothecene intoxication in horses.
Still, the researchers found that spontaneous recovery is possible following trichothecene intoxication in horses.
Owner-managed weight loss in horses with EMS reduced both insulin resistance and susceptibility to laminitis.
Researchers found that 59.2% of horses aged 11 to 15 had hooks, 30.8% had wave mouth, and 26.7% had periodontal pockets.
Fumonisins are dangerous mycotoxins sometimes found in feed. Here’s what to watch for and how to protect your horse.
Slobbers often results from horses ingesting a compound (slaframine) produced by a fungus on legumes such as clover.
The plant was introduced into Florida in 1925 as a potential forage source but was found to be toxic to horses.
Krista Lea, MS, of the University of Kentucky, presents information to help horse owners and veterinarians understand the stability of ergovaline in endophyte-infected tall fescue, which causes toxicosis in broodmares.
This potentially deadly condition affects grazing horses. Learn about its clinical signs, treatments, and prognosis.
Drought-related toxicity in horses is rare but typically has serious consequences if it occurs.
Readers said they are most concerned about senior horses’ nutrition, followed by their joint and soft tissue health.
Specific bloodwork showed differences between horses with atypical myopathy that survived and those that died.
Of the 673 respondents, 201 (30%) said they are most concerned about red maple trees.
Toxic reactions to bites are uncommon in horses, but when they do occur the consequences can be serious.
The new body condition index is designed to enhance the value of traditional body condition scoring.
Risk factors identified include height, a previous history of laminitis, breed, herd size, and more.
Laura Johnstone, BVSc, MVSc, Dipl. ACVIM, will discuss treating cancer in horses on June 2.
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