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Understanding Forage Needs of Miniature Horses
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Apr 24, 2023
An equine nutritionist offers advice for determining Miniature Horses’ forage requirements.
Read MoreEquine Dwarfism: Not a Small Problem
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Mar 17, 2020
Dwarfism in horses causes major health challenges, leading to a heightened risk of functional handicaps, nutritional disorders, chronic pain, and serious welfare concerns.
Read MoreGrazing Muzzles Can Help Horses Lose Weight Without Impacting Welfare
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Aug 10, 2019
Do grazing muzzles cause stress or alter social behavior? Researchers tested a group of Miniature Horses to find out.
Read MoreAnesthetizing Mules, Miniature Horses, and More
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Feb 25, 2019
When it comes to putting equids such as mules and Miniature Horses under general anesthesia, veterinarians must factor in those animals’ physical and behavioral differences.
Read MoreThe Genetic Mutations Behind Dwarfism in Horses
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Feb 12, 2019
Scientists categorize dwarfism in horses as being either proportional or disproportional, but both types are caused by genetic mutations.
Read MoreDwarfism in Miniature Horses: New Study Published
by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment | Nov 20, 2018
Researchers identified found mutations in the gene aggrecan—the major structural protein of cartilage associated with dwarfism in Miniature Horses.
Read MoreWhat Genetic Disorders are Breed Specific?
by Ernie Bailey, MS, PhD | Aug 24, 2017
Dr. Ernest Bailey shares information about genetic diseases that related to specific breeds.
Read More12 Miniature Horse Health Risks
by Sallie S. Hyman, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, CVA | Jul 26, 2016
While small in size, Minis have the same health needs and risks as other breeds, as well as a number of unique issues.
Read MoreThe Ups and Downs of U.S. Horse Registrations
by Michelle Anderson | Oct 22, 2015
Take a look at how equine registrations, transfers, and memberships have risen and declined over the past 20 years.
Read MoreGenetic Disorders: Breed by Breed
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Feb 11, 2015
By knowing what conditions certain horses are predisposed to, owners and breeders can take preventive steps.
Read MoreWhat’s the Right Way to Feed Draft vs. Miniature Horses?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Dec 22, 2014
Listeners wonder if feeding guidelines for average-sized horses apply to Draft and Miniature Horses as well.
Read MoreTesting Available for Dwarfism Gene in Miniature Horses
by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment | Apr 24, 2014
The University of Kentucky Animal Genetic Testing and Research Laboratory is now offering DNA-based tests for four mutations in the aggrecan gene associated with dwarfism in Miniature Horses.
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