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Case Study: Osteochondritis Dissecans in a Warmblood Foal

Katie Navarra October 28, 2024

Find out how a colt with persistently puffy hocks but no lameness was diagnosed with and treated for a medial malleolus lesion.

Suspensory Ligament Branch Injuries

Multiple Authors September 28, 2024

Read about the significance and prevalence of these injuries and how veterinarians diagnose them.

Evaluating Neonatal Foals and Post-Partum Mares at Foal-Heat

Genomic Catalog Offers Answers About Genetic Diversity in Thoroughbreds

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA September 18, 2024

Researchers are developing this tool to learn about the level of inbreeding in contemporary Thoroughbreds and help guide management and breeding practices.

Tips for Feeding Horses; how do i feed an underweight picky eater horse

How Do I Feed an Underweight, Picky Horse?

Clair Thunes, PhD September 6, 2024

An owner asks for help feeding her mare who needs to gain weight but is proving to be a picky eater. An equine nutritionist shares some advice.

Condition Your Horse Like a Pro

Nancy S. Loving, DVM February 7, 2024

How to help performance horses of all types reach peak fitness.

Feeding Off-Track Thoroughbreds

Kelly Vineyard, MS, PhD November 20, 2023

Addressing your OTTB’s diet in three phases will help you provide the nutrition he needs to thrive in his new career.

Hair Analysis Detects Drugs in Horses; BHA to Note Horses' First Start Since Wind Surgery on Cards

The Bleeding Edge of EIPH in Horses

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc October 28, 2022

Learn about recent research on the causes of EIPH, how it affects horses and their performance, and furosemide use in equine athletes.

Biomarkers for Equine Athletes

Equine Disease Quarterly July 31, 2022

How can biomarkers be used to help improve performance and reduce injury risk in horses?

Feeding Racehorses With the Digestive Tract in Mind

Glandular Ulcers Might Be Linked to Long-Retained Food in Stomach

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA July 13, 2022

Researchers found high concentrations of Sarcina, a bacterium associated with poor gastric emptying, in horses’ glandular lesions.

TCA Returns as Thoroughbred Makeover and Symposium’s Title Sponsor

Edited Press Release September 9, 2021

This year’s “Mega-Makeover” will include cohorts from 2020 and 2021 after last year’s event was postponed due to the pandemic.

ACOX1 Gene Linked To Racehorse Performance, Breed Survival

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA June 20, 2021

Researcher: ACOX1 might factor into energy metabolism that contributes to the different needs of certain breeds, including Thoroughbreds and Arabians, as well as “rustic” breeds capable of surviving harsh conditions.

T.I.P. Noncompetition Award Applications Available

Edited Press Release April 29, 2021

The Thoroughbred and Young Rider of the Year Awards salute horses excelling in noncompetitive careers and recognize juniors, respectively.

Study: Bone Cyst Implant Shows 95% Success Rate

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA April 21, 2021

Thirty-six out of 38 racehorses with subchondral bone cysts, mainly in the stifle, became sound within months of having a newly designed prosthesis implanted into their cysts.

Racehorse Aftercare Series Planned for April 2021

Edited Press Release April 6, 2021

The International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) is hosting its fifth forum as a virtual series on each Tuesday during the month of April.

AAEP Convention: Horse Racing Safety Review

Stacy Pigott March 18, 2021

Safety in Thoroughbred horse racing became a very public concern two years ago when a series of catastrophic breakdowns at Santa Anita Park in Southern California became national news. Veterinarians presented safety measures put in place to protect horses and humans.