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Findings from a recent study could afford a better understanding of how parasites choose their hosts within a herd and lead to the identification of biomarkers that could help pinpoint which horses are more likely to be wormy, researchers said.
Texas-based farrier David Gilliam hopes his new nonprofit, Equine Soundness Professionals, will help improve horse health by promoting increased collaboration between farriers and veterinarians.
Researchers believe nasopharyngeal cicatrix is the result of an environmental agent, possibly found in pasture, but they still don’t know for sure what causes it, how to best manage it, or why it generally affects horses in a specific part of Texas. Here’s what you should know.
Veterinarians confirmed one case of EHM in LaGrange County, Indiana. Two other horses on the same property exhibited similar clinical signs.
Ensure horses have adequate shelter, water, dry bedding, and feed when temperatures drop.
Does it sometimes seem like your horse is having a bad day? Here are the possible reasons behind equine mood swings.
Osteoarthritis can hinder and even end the athletic careers of otherwise healthy horses. Learn more about early intervention and management during our webcast.
Researchers confirmed that synovial fluid is toxic to inner tendon cells, which could help explain why injuries within tendon sheaths and bursae have a poor prognosis for healing, they said.
Learn about colic, EPM, core vaccinations, biosecurity, donkeys, and more in our special features.
Find information on stress in horses, antibiotic use, scratches, conditioning, equine allergies, and more.
Saddle pads are made in a variety of materials for many functions. Find out how they impact your horse.
Articles on laminitis, alfalfa, horse/human interaction, and hoof problems were among the most-read in 2018.
Being well-prepared for colic could mean the difference between life and death for your horse. Here’s what you need to know.
Researchers say applying targeted insecticides to stable walls and roofs, as well as manipulating midge habitats (such as draining and removal and/or altering breeding sites) can reduce larval and adult populations.
The University of Kentucky Ag Equine Programs will host its 8th Annual UK Equine Showcase in conjunction with an Equine Vet Continuing Education session (formerly known as the Kentucky Breeders’ Short Course) Jan. 25-26, 2019.
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