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A Healthy Gut Microbiome Might Improve Your Horse’s Vaccine Response
by Multiple Authors | Aug 26, 2022
Your horse’s diet and gut health could play a role in his immune response, though age, stress, and obesity are likely bigger factors.
Read MoreEquine Core Vaccine Basics
by Diane E. Rice | Aug 10, 2022
Veterinary authorities recommend these vaccines for all horses, every year.
Read MoreEquine Vaccination Q&A
by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Aug 8, 2022
Confused by the various vaccine types, schedules, and administration routes for horses? Here’s what you need to know.
Read MoreWhy Allergic Reactions Occur
by Shoshana Rudski | Jul 20, 2022
An overactive immune system, environmental factors, genetics, and exposure all contribute to equine allergies.
Read MoreHow To Manage a Horse With Seasonal Allergies
by Clair Thunes, PhD | May 26, 2022
Here’s what you can do to help your allergy-prone horse prepare for the onslaught of seasonal allergens.
Read MoreWhen the Body Attacks
by Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM | May 24, 2022
Lumps, bumps, coughs, wheals, and wheezes: a basic overview of equine allergies.
Read MoreManagement Changes for Older PPID Horses
by Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM | May 22, 2022
Senior horses with PPID need careful monitoring and preventive care because of equine Cushing’s effects on immunity, exercise tolerance, thermoregulation, and wound healing.
Read MoreEquine Innovators: Horse Transport and Stress
by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Apr 22, 2022
Dr. Amanda Adams and Erica Jacquay of the University of Kentucky describe new research on how horses of all ages respond to transport—even just trips of 1.5 hours.
Read MoreProduct Review: Wellpride Omega-3 Fish Oil for Horses
by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Mar 28, 2022
Our editor-in-chief, Stephanie, found a fish oil her horse will actually eat. It’s supported his weight, energy, and skin through winter temperatures and travel stress.
Read MoreProtect Your Older Horse This Winter With These Tips
by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Jan 12, 2022
A researcher who specializes in aging equines offers nutrition, dental care, parasite control, vaccination, exercise, and health monitoring for seniors.
Read MoreWhat is Failure of Passive Transfer in Horses?
by The Horse Staff | Feb 16, 2021
Approximately 5-20% of newborn foals are diagnosed with failure of passive transfer and are at risk for developing serious medical conditions. Learn more in this visual guide.
Read MoreDo Certain Nutrients Enhance Equine Immune Response?
by Betsy Lynch | Jan 4, 2021
An equine nutritionist reviews what we know about the horse’s immune system and the potential to enhance disease resistance through diet.
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