All aspects of caring for performance horses
Many conditions besides colic can cause coliclike signs. And with colic, delayed treatment or misdiagnosis can have serious consequences. Here’s what you need to know.
Two veterinarians explain why horses develop hunter’s bumps and how to treat them.
Equine osteoarthritis in the hind limb can be a painful condition for the horse, but your veterinarian can help.
The racing industry is leading the charge in identifying at-risk athletes before catastrophe occurs.
Cold, inclement weather and poor footing can create challenges for exercising horses during the winter. Here are some factors to keep in mind.
Probiotics might help reestablish healthy balances in the horse’s gut microbiome without causing harm.
Learn the reason he makes those sounds when he breathes and what can be done about it.
Learn how the parts of a horse’s stifle joint work together to enable movement, and explore 4 common issues that can cause stifle dysfunction.
‘Serviceable soundness’ is key for any horse to perform comfortably. Explore what this concept means to professionals across the equine industry.
Learn how to recognize a tendon injury and what you and your veterinarian can do to treat it.
Going barefoot can benefit hoof health, but consider management and physical needs before pulling shoes.
Dr. Jennifer Feiner Groon explains how veterinarians might use 2.5% polyacrylamide hydrogel to prevent and treat equine osteoarthritis in this excerpt from Ask TheHorse Live.
Corticosteroids vs. orthobiologics vs. polyacrylamide hydrogels. How do veterinarians choose which is best? One veterinarian explains in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
Does your otherwise healthy horse have trouble keeping pounds on? Here are 5 tips to consider when feeding the mature, healthy hard keeper.
Can a warmup or cooldown routine affect equine joint health? What is the best way to start and finish your horse’s exercise routine? Find out in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
Behavioral issues in horses often stem from underlying physical problems, requiring careful evaluation to identify and address root causes.
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