Horse-health-problem risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
Researchers found that endocrine-disrupting chemical accumulation in blood could explain some environmental variance seen in EMS horses, but the precise role they play in EMS development isn’t yet clear.
As much credit as we give horses for their metaphorical hearts, the actual blood-pumping organs generally get far less attention than other bodily systems. Take an in-depth look at the cardiovascular exam, common cardiac abnormalities, and treatment options.
Officials confirmed EIA in nine racing Quarter Horses located at a Smith County premises. Subsequently, seven of the EIA-positive horses and one additional horse on the property tested positive for equine piroplasmosis.
When the affected horses exhibited signs of disease, show veterinarian Holly Helbig, DVM, isolated them at the WEC Veterinary Clinic, where they’ve been under her care and supervision since Feb. 10.
The condition of your horse’s teeth can have a big impact on how he’s fed. Here’s what to know.
Dr. Wes Sutter recaps studies on MRI for diagnosing hock problems, tieback surgery, evaluating suspensory ligament branch injuries, nerve blocks, and more.
One veterinarian has confirmed that a combination of drugs can disrupt biofilms in mares with endometritis, potentially making the uterus a happier place for embryo attachment and pregnancy.
Horses consuming a particular supplement had higher high-molecular-weight adiponectin blood concentrations and lower insulin concentrations than when they didn’t consume it. And this, researchers say, could help reduce laminitis risk. Here’s why.
Dr. Dominic Dawson, an internal medicine specialist at the University of California, Davis, discusses important old horse dental issues and makes dental care recommendations for aging equids.
The older equine population is at greater risk of developing debilitating endocrine disorders such as insulin dysregulation and equine metabolic syndrome, all of which are best identified and treated as early as possible.
Are your horse’s teeth bothering him? Here are some common signs to watch for.
Researchers found that both basal and post-oral-sugar-test insulin responses vary across seasons in horses with insulin dysregulation.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services confirmed a positive case of EIA in a horse at Gulfstream Park, a racetrack in Broward County, Florida.
Your horse needs a strong immune system to stand up to the challenges that come with living outdoors, commingling with other equids, and more. Critical to that immune system are infection-fighting proteins called antibodies (immunoglobulin G, or IgG). How much do you know about your horse’s IgG levels?
A swollen sheath might be a minor issue, but it also could have more serious implications, one veterinarian says.
The foal’s dam developed atypical myopathy in the sixth month of gestation. The foal, born at full term, was eventually euthanized due to atypical myopathy complications.
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