Autoimmune Diseases Affecting Horses
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
July 17, 2026
Learn about some of the rare autoimmune diseases that affect the horse’s skin, blood vessels, and the gastrointestinal tract.
Learn about some of the rare autoimmune diseases that affect the horse’s skin, blood vessels, and the gastrointestinal tract.
Researchers continue to learn how the components of a horse’s diet can help battle inflammation.
What does it take to optimize a horse’s immune response and fight off disease?
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Dr. Liz Schatz explains whether supplements can strengthen a horse’s immune system, especially in the face of equine disease outbreaks.
Dr. Frank Andrews explains how vitamin E and selenium could help support your horse’s immune system.
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Drs. Susan White and Jonathan Yardley explain the benefits of equine allergy shots and how quickly horse owners might notice the benefits.
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Lumps, bumps, coughs, wheals, and wheezes: a basic overview of equine allergies.
Your horse’s diet and gut health could play a role in his immune response, though age, stress, and obesity are likely bigger factors.
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