Prevention and treatment for problems of the equine foot
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs serve an important role in managing equine pain and inflammation, but sometimes they can do more harm than good.
Find out what hoof problems you can safely manage yourself and when to call in your farrier and/or veterinarian.
A lot of people use the words laminitis and founder interchangeably. Are these two conditions the same thing?
A nearly lost shoe should stop a rider cold because it can expose horses to foot injuries ranging from nail punctures to sole bruising. Having the right tools and knowing how to use them can help you remove a shoe safely when a farrier isn’t available.
Is your horse approaching his retirement years? Learn how to keep your horse happy and healthy after his athletic career.
A farrier is part of a team that also includes the horse, owner, trainer, grooms, and veterinarian. This team approach is never more necessary than when a horse has an injury or disease.
Proper hoof care, diet, and environment are key to curbing this aggressive fungal infection.
Whether big or small, these hoof wall imperfections require prompt repair and stabilization.
MRI exams are more expensive than most other diagnostics. But with better associated recovery rates, it might be a worthwhile investment, say researchers.
Trail riding season is in full swing, and our sources answered 17 questions about keeping your horse sound and healthy.
Your laminitis survivor’s true prognosis depends on how you manage him after the worst is over.
As horses get older, they face common age-related conditions and diseases that require management and care. Learn more about those conditions and diseases in this slideshow.
A psychologist documented and assessed a holistic farrier’s complex communication skills while handling a laminitis case.
Two boarding barn operators offer practical management tips for individuals who run (or plan to someday run) boarding businesses.
A team from Norway conducted a series of studies on coat type, body-clipping, and metal shoes to understand how and where horses lose body heat.
Should a buyer be concerned about a horse receiving bisphosphonates in the past? A sports medicine specialist offers insight.
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