Common Causes of Hives in Horses

Hives can be caused by environmental factors including warm and wet weather. Learn how to determine what triggers your horse’s hives and how to manage them.

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Managing the Itchy Pony

One expert explains what might cause extreme itchiness in ponies (and horses) and how your veterinarian can diagnose and treat it.

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Updates on Treating IBH in Horses

Insect bite hypersensitivity can negatively affect horse health and welfare. Find out what treatments researchers are developing to help horses with sweet itch.

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Sweet Itch: Itching for a Cure

There’s nothing appealing about this seasonal skin condition. Here’s what experts know about managing, treating, and preventing sweet itch in horses.

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Sport Horse Skin Issues

Horse show environments can put sport horses at risk for developing skin problems. Learn what causes common skin issues and how to return horses to top form.

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