Researchers identified specific genes that distinguish racing-type Quarter Horses from cutting-type Quarter Horses.
Pawing could be a learned behavior that might reflect an effort to ease pain in the limbs or abdomen, researchers said.
Amino acids are one of the most significant pieces of the puzzle in a horse’s diet and are used to build protein.
Learn about the New Bolton Center’s recovery pool and how it helps horses following surgery.
A veterinarian weighs in on radiographs, nuclear scintigraphy, and standing MRI for diagnosing subtle lamenesses.
From selecting a horse to rehabbing and feeding him, learn how to transition an ex-racer to life as a riding mount.
Researchers determined that healthy aged horses are able to digest various nutrients similarly to healthy adult horses.
Researchers at the University of Bern are studying cardiac adaptations to training in eventing and endurance horses.
Study topics include ophthalmology, respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, sarcoid treatments, and more.
Researchers determined that exercise causes horses’ back dimensions to change, which could negatively impact saddle fit.
What could cause an older horse that’s not eating well to have mucous-covered manure?
Horses’ superficial digital flexor tendons stiffen as they age, putting the structures at risk of tearing.
Improper use of some common equine drugs can impact our horses’ health and safety more than some might think.
Infrared thermography (IRT) appears effective at measuring a horse’s skin temperature during water treadmill exercise.
Subjective clinical evaluation allows practitioners to detect mild lameness as well or better than objective methods.
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