Manipulating the Equine Microbiome
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
September 30, 2022
Recent study results suggest dietary changes can alter horses’ intestinal microbiome to their benefit.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Recent study results suggest dietary changes can alter horses’ intestinal microbiome to their benefit.
Horses with equine Cushing’s disease need regular assessments to determine their response to pergolide and adjust dosing as needed.
The film, featuring renowned equine orthopedics expert Dr. Sue Dyson, is available for free.
Factors to consider when making an equine Cushing’s disease diagnosis, including testing methods, time of year, and more.
A veterinarian says both age and breed can affect a horse’s predisposition to insulin resistance.
Insulin moves glucose from the blood into muscle and other tissue, but sometimes the process doesn’t go smoothly.
Learn what labels on equine feed products do and don’t tell you with this visual guide.
Dr. Andrew van Eps gives his advice for returning a previously laminitic horse to movement and exercise slowly.
Research showed that housing horses on deeper bedding might improve sleep quality and mood.
No one wants to arrive at their destination and realize their horse has gotten sick or injured along the way. Follow these expert tips to ensure your horse’s safety and wellness while traveling.
Brain dissections can give researchers and scientists a better understanding of how horses think.
Evaluating what your horse is eating, and making gradual changes, can promote a healthier gastrointestinal microbiome.
A veterinarian describes how he formulates a rehabilitation plan for a horse recovering from an injury.
When used correctly, nerve blocks can help determine the location of discomfort in a horse.
Researchers discovered a connection between Chromosome 25 and the presence of kissing spines in horses.
Discover how each region of your horse’s digestive system works in this visual guide.
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