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Ice Blanket Keeps Stabled Horses Cool in Hot, Humid Environments
by Erica Larson | Jun 8, 2023
Researchers have determined an ice blanket might be more effective for cooling horses than water or fans.
Read MoreUnderstanding Horses’ Water Requirements
by Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS | May 28, 2023
Water is one of the essential nutrients a horse’s body needs to perform a number of life-support functions. Here’s what to remember about supplying your horse with water.
Read MoreFact Sheet: Understanding Hives in Horses
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | May 11, 2023
Alleviating these unsightly skin lesions proves challenging in many cases. Sponsored by KineticVet.
Read MoreInfographic: Equine Allergies
by The Horse Staff | Apr 26, 2023
The key to keeping your allergy-prone horse comfortable is figuring out the causes of his reactions and avoiding them. Learn more about allergic reactions in horses with this step-by-step visual guide. Sponsored by KineticVet.
Read MoreHow Can I Keep My Senior Horse With PPID Cool?
by Jordan Lewis, DVM | Apr 19, 2023
An owner seeks advice on managing a senior horse with Cushing’s disease during a heat wave.
Read MoreWhen the Body Attacks
by Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM | Apr 18, 2023
Lumps, bumps, coughs, wheals, and wheezes: a basic overview of equine allergies.
Read MoreSweet Itch: Itching for a Cure
by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Apr 15, 2023
There’s nothing appealing about this seasonal skin condition. Here’s what experts know about managing, treating, and preventing sweet itch in horses.
Read MoreHow To Manage a Horse With Seasonal Allergies
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Apr 13, 2023
Here’s what you can do to help your allergy-prone horse prepare for the onslaught of seasonal allergens.
Read MoreProviding Horses Relief During Allergy Season
by Lucile Vigouroux | Apr 6, 2023
Allergies can develop at any time, in any horse, and seemingly for any reason. Learn how allergies happen, how they affect your horse’s body, and how to avoid or treat them.
Read MoreResearchers Identify Key Factors for Heat Stress in Racehorses
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Mar 15, 2023
Heat, humidity, and race distance significantly increase the risk of exertional heat illness in Thoroughbred racehorses on British tracks.
Read MoreFeeding for a Shiny Coat
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Feb 20, 2023
Our nutritionist shares how you can improve your horse’s coat, even during winter.
Read MoreRisks Associated With Feeding Horses Traditional Bran Mashes
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Feb 15, 2023
While steeped in tradition, feeding bran mashes can cause GI distress in horses. Learn why, and discover alternatives.
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