Does Equine Metabolic Syndrome Affect Gut Microbes?
Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS
May 23, 2017
EMS horses had less microbial diversity than healthy horses, potentially impairing gut health and affecting metabolism.
EMS horses had less microbial diversity than healthy horses, potentially impairing gut health and affecting metabolism.
Researchers are learning more about how microbes within the gut influence horse health.
Researchers found that over- and underfeeding can affect foals’ bone growth, metabolism, and testicular development.
Metal shoes have a greater risk of damaging bone during a kick than polyurethane shoes or barefoot feet.
Of the 268 respondents, 93 (35%) said their horses suffer from seasonal respiratory allergies.
With an early diagnosis and prompt treatment, horses can improve significantly and could return to normal activity.
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Foals with lesions had reduced peak vertical forces in the affected limb, suggesting reduced weight-bearing.
Sonoelastography can help vets monitor healing and develop rehab programs best-suited for the horse’s recovery rate.
Horses with noninfectious respiratory disease had much lower SAA concentrations than horses with infectious disease.
Xylazine, detomidine, and romifidine appear to have few effects on lameness exam results when used without butorphanol.
Dr. David Horohov, UK Gluck Equine Research Center director, gives a overview of vaccines and explains their importance.
Dusty arenas could be compromising your respiratory health, right along with your horse’s.
Overweight mares often produce heavier foals, which studies have shown are at-risk for musculoskeletal disorders.
Researchers discuss equine rotavirus infection in foals, bacterial upper airway infections, and more.
Researchers believe polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) could have a long-lasting cushioning effect on arthritic joints.
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