Pinpointing Poor Performance in Horses
Lucile Vigouroux, MSc
September 10, 2024
Veterinarians describe 9 common causes of poor performance in horses and what it takes to get a diagnosis.
Veterinarians describe 9 common causes of poor performance in horses and what it takes to get a diagnosis.
Horses with asthma have more nerves in their airways than unaffected horses. Researchers believe these new findings could lead to improved equine asthma treatments.
Correct diagnosis of equine asthma is crucial to finding a treatment that works for your horse.
Veterinarians must consider certain factors when performing diagnostics to identify the source of respiratory disease.
In this case report we see how a senior horse diagnosed with severe equine asthma repeatedly developed pneumonia.
Find out what conditions, beyond lameness, a veterinarian might uncover during a prepurchase exam.
If your horse is living in an area with poor air quality, he might benefit from wet or steamed hay and omega-3 supplementation.
Learn how to choose the right bedding, effectively clean your horse’s stall, and protect his airways from ammonia. Sponsored by Sweet PDZ.
One expert explains why closing your barn doors and windows during the winter might not be ideal for your horse’s health.
Poor air quality from wildfire smoke can be very dangerous for horses. An equine internal medicine specialist offers advice.
Commonly known as “heaves,” equine asthma is a serious condition that requires proper diagnosis, management, and often treatment.
Dr. Aja Harvey explains why an old horse might suddenly become very itchy, and how owners can prevent it.
Veterinary intervention can make itchy horses more comfortable and keep allergies under control. Sponsored by Kinetic Vet.
Smoky air makes breathing difficult and can exacerbate equine asthma. Learn how to support your horse’s respiratory health via nutrition and reduce airway irritants during fire season.
Since 2008 the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine and Merck Animal Health have worked to cultivate a strong biosurveillance program.
Researchers have determined that testing bronchoalveolar lavage fluid might be the most accurate way to diagnose horses with equine asthma.
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