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.
Horses experience changes in force on their bodies and limbs when they turn. This can affect lameness exams, making them look both more and less lame. And should racetracks be banked?
Camping is all about simplicity and going back to nature, but adding horses to the picture means you must make many more considerations. Our sources shared their top tips for getting ready to go horse camping.
Dr. Hilary Clayton offers advice on the best way to warm up and supple your horse at the beginning of your ride.
Sometimes rest is the best recipe for recovery for an injured horse. Learn about the science of healing, aggressive vs. conservative treatment, and exercise rehabilitation.
Trail riding season is in full swing, and our sources answered 17 questions about keeping your horse sound and healthy.
A bossy gelding has ballooned during the summer months, and his owner seeks advice for a safe and effective diet.
Is frequent circular exercise linked to osteoarthritis?
A horse appears healthy and sidepasses well to the right, but not to the left. Could he be in pain? A sports medicine practitioner shares his thoughts.
Dr. Brian Nielsen describes the best kind of exercise for foals.
Do you have a young horse in your life? Learn about young horse growth, development, exercise, and nutrition during this Q&A.
With the cold weather almost upon us, we must take into account several important considerations for preparing and maintaining older horses throughout winter.
Taking a horse from a sedentary state to active working fitness can be a form of rehabilitation. However, there’s no one-size-fits-all program. Learn how to safely transition your horse into an exercise program.
Find out how to keep your middle-aged horse’s teeth, feet, joints, and more healthy.
Researchers evaluated how different doses of this omega-3 fatty acid affect exercise-induced inflammation.
Discover useful information about an eventing horse’s fitness and ability by looking at these three measurements.
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