Horses’ Eye Blink Rate Could Reveal Stress Levels
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
January 18, 2018
Full and half blinks decreased significantly during stressful situations, researchers found.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Full and half blinks decreased significantly during stressful situations, researchers found.
Vets can use a smartphone-based heart monitor to identify arrhythmias that are difficult to diagnose in the field.
Diagnostic evaluation begins with a neurologic exam to localize the lesion and continues with more focused testing.
Of the 838 respondents, 290 (35%) said they keep thawed water available to their horses in a stock tank or trough with a heating element.
Dr. Elizabeth Santschi recaps research on hock injections, nerve blocks, castration, osteochondral lesions, and more.
Dr. Regina Turner recaps research on endometritis, factors affecting pregnancy rates, treating placentitis, and more.
Is the sugar content in beet pulp too high for some horses? Read an equine nutritionist’s answer.
Horses that developed salmonellosis following colic surgery and survived to discharge did as well as those that did not develop salmonellosis.
The UHC has partnered with MicrochipID Equine to provide the microchips for Operation Gelding participants.
Oral atropine has been associated with slowed gastrointestinal movement, but researchers found no evidence of this with topical application.
Learn about keeping OTTBs healthy and happy as they move into new disciplines. We’ll cover feeding, vet care, handling, and more!
Get tips and information on considerations for choosing and transitioning racehorses for second careers.
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More horse organizations are requiring owners to use this identification technology.
Footing is one of the most common factors cited when a horse performs poorly or suffers an injury.
Extreme winter weather conditions can make horse care and barn chores challenging. Stay warm with these tips.
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