
Richardson to Speak on Pool Recovery System During Lecture
Dr. Dean Richardson will describe Penn Vet’s system for recovering high-risk horses from anesthesia on June 6.
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Dr. Dean Richardson will describe Penn Vet’s system for recovering high-risk horses from anesthesia on June 6.

EMS horses had less microbial diversity than healthy horses, potentially impairing gut health and affecting metabolism.

An equine nutritionist offers tips for reducing your horse’s pasture intake with a grazing muzzle.

Researchers determined that veterinarians can manage PPID long-term without a progressive increase in pergolide dose.

Dr. Nicole Scherrer explains how natural pigmentation can help protect a horse’s eyes from sunburn.
The conference concluded with presentations by individuals from inside and outside the Thoroughbred industry.
The guides are designed to help equine veterinarians assess and manage risks with horses.

Study results revealed that three commercially available dewormers showed poor efficacy on the majority of farms tested.

Researchers are learning more about how microbes within the gut influence horse health.

Dr. Nicole Scherrer offers recommendations to protect a horse’s sensitive muzzle from UV light.

Advocates emphasized owner responsibility and humane treatment and shared insights on racehorse retirement programs.

Researchers found that over- and underfeeding can affect foals’ bone growth, metabolism, and testicular development.

Dr. Rose Nolen-Walston helps distinguish painful sunburn from potentially fatal photosensitivity.

Recommendations include adding to the forbidden drugs or substances list, creating educational efforts, and more.

Metal shoes have a greater risk of damaging bone during a kick than polyurethane shoes or barefoot feet.

Follow Tess, a 16-year-old mare, step-by-step as she rehabs from a bought of PPID-related laminitis.
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