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by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jan 31, 2023

Researcher: The BEMER blanket technology provides a medication-free solution for reducing pain in the croup and saddle area.

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by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jan 30, 2023

Learn more about stem cell therapy and how veterinarians use it to help rehabilitate injured horses.

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Equine Internal Parasites and Malnutrition: What’s the Link?

by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 28, 2023

Internal parasites can damage horses’ digestive tracts, causing lifelong issues with nutrient absorption.

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The Pathogenesis of Soft Tissue Injuries in Horses

by Chris White, DVM | Jan 27, 2023

Soft tissue injuries can occur in any horse. Learn about the injury cascade and how to help horses on the road to recovery.

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Preventing Impaction Colic Recurrence

by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 26, 2023

Our equine nutritionist offers feeding advice to minimize the risk of impaction colic in senior horses.

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Rehabilitation for Equine Companions

by Alaina Lamp, University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine | Jan 24, 2023

Any horse can benefit from rehabilitation during their lifetime.

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Disinfecting S. equi-Contaminated Materials

by Haylie Kerstetter | Jan 23, 2023

Taking these steps can help rid your barn of the strangles-causing pathogen.

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Winter Drinking Water Temperature

by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 23, 2023

Horses’ overall water consumption decreases as its temperature drops.

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Can Cold Therapy Safeguard Sport Horses From Injury?

by Matt Leshaw, DVM | Jan 21, 2023

Should you cold hose or ice your horse’s legs after riding? The answer is more complicated than you might expect.

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by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 21, 2023

As horses age, they might require additional nutritional support. Get advice for feeding senior horses.

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Practical Equine Joint Therapies for On-Farm Use

by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Jan 19, 2023

Conventional and easy-to-use joint therapies such as corticosteroids and hyaluronic acid continue to have their place in equine practice.

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by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jan 19, 2023

Our nutrition expert offers advice for ensuring free-fed horses don’t overeat hay.

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