Mandatory headgear, banned bitless bridles, imposed endurance rider weights, and frangible device requirements for eventing jumps are among new FEI rules.
The survey asked owners, managers, and riders about arena construction characteristics, air quality, arena footing, and associated health outcomes in horses and humans.
A thorough PPE on off-track Thoroughbreds can pay dividends both now and years into the future of the horse’s second career.
Find out what behaviors and signs to watch for that suggest visual impairment, and learn how to help horses deal with deteriorating eyesight and blindness.
Blood testing provides a clearer picture of potential cobalt misuse.
If you house your horses in a barn, keeping it well-ventilated is an essential part of their care. Download this free report to learn how you can take simple steps to improve the ventilation in an existing barn and give your horse the fresh air he needs.
As concerns over antibiotic resistance grow, equine veterinarians look for ways to treat wounds without reaching for these powerful drugs. Here are some of their options.
Horses experience less profound immune system changes than humans as they get older. However, researchers still have much to learn about equine aging.
Navicular syndrome management changed significantly in 2014 when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved bisphosphonates for treatment. Sponsored by Dechra Veterinary Products.
Texas A&M researchers reviewed the current body of knowledge surrounding bisphosphonates and their use in horses. Here’s what they found.
With the cold weather almost upon us, we must take into account several important considerations for preparing and maintaining older horses throughout winter.
For the first time, Australian researchers have confirmed 15 cases of chlamydial respiratory infection in neonatal foals. Scientists had previously only detected the bacterium in a few adult horses.
While it can be unsettling to think about all the possible scenarios, planning before colic happens could save your horse’s life.
Equine coronavirus is a relatively new discovery in equine medicine. Here’s what you need to know about this pathogen.
I have a pony who is a rescue, and I have no idea how old he is. How can I estimate his age?
No new VSV-infected premises were identified in Nebraska or Utah. Colorado and Wyoming added new cases and premises.
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