Ice Blanket Keeps Stabled Horses Cool in Hot, Humid Environments
Erica Larson
June 8, 2023
Researchers have determined an ice blanket might be more effective for cooling horses than water or fans.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Researchers have determined an ice blanket might be more effective for cooling horses than water or fans.
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Researchers have found that these full-leg garments significantly increase lymphatic flow, which could be useful for recovery in horses.
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Dr. Martin Nielsen offers solutions for 7 common problems veterinarians and their technicians encounter when performing FECs.
Researchers have learned more about inflammatory biomarkers and their presence in horses with inflammaging, or age-related bodywide inflammation.
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One nutritionist discusses the unique dietary needs of mules.
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