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PPID: An Endocrine Disease
by Michelle Anderson | Jun 7, 2021
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.
Read MoreHow Old is My Pony?
by Mary Rose Paradis, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVIM | Oct 15, 2019
I have a pony who is a rescue, and I have no idea how old he is. How can I estimate his age?
Read MoreNew Method of Fixing Fractures in Small Equids
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 13, 2017
A special splint and cast can produce good fracture healing and pasture soundness in ponies, donkeys, and small horses.
Read MoreInbred Horses Help Scientists Identify IBH Gene Locations
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Aug 11, 2016
Researchers studied a group of related Exmoor ponies to find the chromosomes that could carry IBH-related genes.
Read More12 Miniature Horse Health Risks
by Sallie S. Hyman, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, CVA | Jul 26, 2016
While small in size, Minis have the same health needs and risks as other breeds, as well as a number of unique issues.
Read MoreGenetic Disorders: Breed by Breed
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Feb 11, 2015
By knowing what conditions certain horses are predisposed to, owners and breeders can take preventive steps.
Read MoreEquine World Records Reviewed
by The Horse Staff | Nov 14, 2013
TheHorse.com staff has collected a sampling of some of the most interesting horse-related world records.
Read MorePoll Recap: Mini Matters
by Erica Larson | Jul 30, 2013
Of the 705 respondents, 49% (374 voters) said they own or have owned a Miniature Horse.
Read MoreMaximizing Mini Health
by D.J. Carey Lyons | Jul 1, 2013
Miniature Horses might be small, but their health needs are just as sizable as their full-sized counterparts.
Read MoreIllinois Bill Allows Miniature Horses as Service Animals
by Pat Raia | May 17, 2012
The Illinois Senate has passed legislation designating miniature horses as recognized service animals.
Read MoreTheHorse.com Launches New Online Photo Store
by Press Release | Apr 14, 2008
Have you ever wanted to capture the peacefulness of a twilight ride and hang it on your wall?
Read MoreCalifornia Fund for Retired Horses Passed
by The Blood-Horse Staff | Dec 16, 2007
California took a first step toward helping more horses after their racing years with the final approval of a new fund to support the state’s equine retirement facilities.
During a meeting held Dec. 14 in Inglewood, the California Horse Racing
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