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Common Equine Skin Conditions

Skin conditions in horses are often difficult to diagnose and frustrating to treat, with causes ranging from fungi to allergens to who-knows-what. Check out our pictures of common equine skin conditions—patchy to scabby and everything between.

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PPID: An Endocrine Disease

Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID, or equine Cushing’s disease) is caused by an enlargement of the pituitary gland’s middle lobe (the pars intermedia), which results in an overproduction of hormones that regulate bodily functions. Learn more about this disease in our slideshow.

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New Treatment for Equine Bone Fragility Disorder Evaluated

Old Horses: Diseases and Conditions

As horses get older, they face common age-related conditions and diseases that require management and care. Learn more about those conditions and diseases in this slideshow.

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Equine Dental Care and Health

Dental care is an important part of keeping a horse healthy and happy throughout his life. Learn about common tooth problems and regular dental care in this slideshow.

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