All aspects of caring for performance horses
Conformation, saddle fit, rider body weight, and training practices can all influence function—and dysfunction—in your horse’s topline.
Discover what scientists are learning about this dynamic area of research and how we can use it to promote equine health.
Proteins and the amino acids that form them play important roles in the horse’s body, from muscle building and function to neurotransmission and hormone synthesis.
The debate over training methods and their impact on horses remains heated. Our sources clarify 4 training misconceptions.
An owner’s doctor is reluctant to give her joint injections too often, but her horse gets them every six months. Is that cause for concern?
A fresh look at where, how, and why injuries happen in today’s various equine sports. Read more in the 2025 Research Roundup issue of The Horse.
New studies highlight emerging stem cells, anti-inflammatory biologics, and joint biomaterials that may help horses with osteoarthritis stay sound longer.
Drawing on decades of research, Dr. Hilary Clayton outlined the mechanics that underpin gait, balance, and directional change.
Read about the steps veterinarians and farriers take to identify, evaluate, and treat riding horses’ hoof problems.
Standardized, multilevel surface testing is helping racetracks improve consistency, fairness, and ultimately horse and rider safety.
Everything you need to know about glandular and squamous gastric ulcers in horses, from clinical signs to treatment. Sponsored by Kelato.
Low vitamin E levels in horses can contribute to 3 diseases, and supplementation might help support affected horses.
Here’s how you can determine if an equine supplement is high quality and research-backed.
A tissue-specific approach to joint inflammation helps guide more precise treatment strategies in horses.
A nutrition expert offers advice on preventing weight gain and boredom while a hefty horse is on stall rest.
Learn how these injuries happen, how veterinarians treat them, and tips for preventing them in the first place.
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