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Equine Joint Health

by Shoshana Rudski, The Horse Digital Editor | Sep 30, 2022

Find out how to keep your horse’s joints feeling and moving their best in our next live podcast. Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.

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Manipulating the Equine Microbiome

by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Sep 30, 2022

Recent study results suggest dietary changes can alter horses’ intestinal microbiome to their benefit.

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Manage PPID By Monitoring Treatment Response

by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Sep 30, 2022

Horses with Cushing’s disease need regular assessments to determine their response to pergolide and adjust dosing as needed.

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Documentary on Ridden Horse Pain Behaviors Released

by Edited Press Release | Sep 30, 2022

The film, featuring renowned equine orthopedics expert Dr. Sue Dyson, is available for free.

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Equine PPID Testing Considerations

by Shoshana Rudski, The Horse Digital Editor | Sep 30, 2022

Factors to consider when making an equine Cushing’s disease diagnosis, including testing methods, time of year, and more.

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What Horses Are Likely To Be Insulin Resistant?

by Shoshana Rudski, The Horse Digital Editor | Sep 29, 2022

A veterinarian says both age and breed can affect a horse’s predisposition to insulin resistance.

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What Treats Can I Feed My Laminitic Horse?

by Janice L. Holland, PhD | Sep 28, 2022

A nutritionist offers her advice on which treats are safe for laminitic horses.

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Young Horse Digestive Health

by Shannon Pratt-Phillips, MSc, PhD | Sep 28, 2022

Understanding how your growing foal’s digestive system works can help you recognize and avoid potential problems.

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The Value of Hoof Radiographs

by Chris White, DVM | Sep 28, 2022

A veterinarian explains why hoof radiographs are important, how to use them, and what role they play in helping your horse feel and move better.

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What Does It Mean When a Horse Is Insulin Resistant?

by Shoshana Rudski, The Horse Digital Editor | Sep 27, 2022

Insulin moves glucose from the blood into muscle and other tissue, but sometimes the process doesn’t go smoothly.

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3 Neurologic Equine Diseases to Know

by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Sep 27, 2022

These difficult-to-diagnose conditions can undermine a horse’s balance and coordination.

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How To Read a Feed Tag

by The Horse Staff | Sep 26, 2022

Learn what labels on equine feed products do and don’t tell you with this visual guide. Sponsored by Purina.

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