How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Over time, horse feeds manufactured to meet equine energy and nutrient needs have evolved from mixes of whole grains to textured, pelleted, and extruded types. But does that change how feeds affect horses?
All seven horses were either unvaccinated or undervaccinated against the mosquito-borne disease.
Rapid Equine Solutions compounded the product, which was labeled as containing toltrazuril and pyrimethamine for the treatment of EPM.
Can horses with PPID be turned out on pasture and have grass? It depends, one researcher says. Here’s why.
Current horse breeding trends are characterized by a decline in mares bred and a new focus on well-being of established pregnancies, as well as enhanced genetic selection related to the health and future performance of foals.
Aging for horses means strength and flexibility diminish, as well as the body’s ability to handle infection. Still, there are steps owners can take to keep senior horses happy and healthy.
Researchers worldwide are examining ways to prevent injuries in racehorses; their findings could help prevent issues in sport horses, as well.
PHF is a serious disease in horses and expensive to treat, say veterinarians. Find out your options.
Since the Texas Animal Health Commission made its last vesicular stomatitis virus update on Friday, July 12, 2019, the state has received reports of confirmed VSV cases on 11 new equine premises.
This is the first reported case of Eastern equine encephalomyelitis in the state for 2019.
Fed as a concentrated calorie source, oats have been the go-to grain for horsemen for generations, especially on the track. But should a Thoroughbred continue eating oats after retirement?
Equine veterinarians face a slew of stresses, ranging from work-life balance struggles and concerns about getting injured to compassion fatigue and moral stress. Six professionals weigh in on these pressures, their causes, and how they and the industry are managing them.
Dr. Jeanette Mero shares the benefits of night turnout to help horses beat the heat.
Do you know the difference? Dr. Jeanette Mero outlines the clinical signs of heat exhaustion and stroke in horses.
Summer has officially arrived, and that means many horses and riders are heading out to horse shows, trail rides, clinics, and other events. Wherever you go, knowing how to respond to a breakdown is crucial.
Dr. Jeanette Mero describes the early warning signs of dehydration in horses and shares how much a horse should drink on a hot day.
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