Horse Welfare: Keeping Horses Healthy Through the Winter
Edited Press Release
December 16, 2014
Here’s a look at three health conditions to watch for during the winter that could negatively impact equine welfare.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Here’s a look at three health conditions to watch for during the winter that could negatively impact equine welfare.
Learn how vaccines can protect horses, why they’re important, and which ones your horse needs in our visual guide.
Something as simple as a sign can help organizers run events that promote horse health and biosecurity.
Equine metabolic syndrome doesn’t just cause equids’ girths to expand; it can also lead to other health conditions.
Researchers examined, discussed, and debated the latest research on saddle-related welfare and performance issues.
The bills are designed to strengthen measures to better manage the risk of disease entering and spreading in Australia.
Scientists behind a new study have identified behavior changes donkeys show when they experience pain relief.
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will award $2.4 million in grants to its 42 accredited facilities for 2014.
The 103-year-old racetrack received its initial NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance accreditation in 2013.
A veterinarian and equine behavior expert addresses a possible learned head tossing behavior at feeding time.
More jurisdictions are operating or will soon be operating under all or part of the National Uniform Medication Program.
Keeping on top of changes to the equine influenza virus is critical to keeping vaccines up-to-date.
Is it worthwhile to deworm my horses during the winter?
Of the 1,228 respondents, 378 (31%) said they primarily use flat nylon halters for their horses.
Vets can evaluate a horse’s active and passive response during a flex test. Dr. Rachel Buchholz explains.
Researchers’ don’t necessarily recommend preventing a horse from cribbing. Rather, they suggest maximizing a horse’s turnout time and making sure forage is available at most times.
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