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Aging for horses means strength and flexibility diminish, as well as the body’s ability to handle infection. Still, there are steps owners can take to keep senior horses happy and healthy.
Researchers worldwide are examining ways to prevent injuries in racehorses; their findings could help prevent issues in sport horses, as well.
Fed as a concentrated calorie source, oats have been the go-to grain for horsemen for generations, especially on the track. But should a Thoroughbred continue eating oats after retirement?
Do you know the difference? Dr. Jeanette Mero outlines the clinical signs of heat exhaustion and stroke in horses.
Summer has officially arrived, and that means many horses and riders are heading out to horse shows, trail rides, clinics, and other events. Wherever you go, knowing how to respond to a breakdown is crucial.
Veterinarians are using chiropractic techniques more frequently to evaluate and treat back disorders in horses. Here, a CSU professor and researcher outlines basic principles.
What’s the long-term prognosis for a horse diagnosed with a fractured pelvis?
Researchers found providing handfuls of forage to horses within hours after colic surgery improved gut healing.
Flaxseed is quickly becoming a popular nutritional supplement for horses. But what exactly is this grain and how does it benefit the horse? Here’s wha to know about flaxseed.
Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy your horse, but the season also comes with management challenges. In this prerecorded Q&A, we’ll answer your hot weather health questions about riding, bathing, hydration, and transportation. You’ll also learn the signs of heat exhaustion and how to protect your horse.
Del Mar’s new safety initiatives include extensive reviews of horses entered to race, stricter medication rules, additional out-of-competition drug testing, and more.
Is it okay to feed a growing 3-year-old horse alfalfa hay? An equine nutritionist weighs in.
Careful dietary consideration can help make an OTTB’s transition from racehorse to pleasure or sport horse easier on his digestive system.
Renowned veterinarians talk catastrophic injury prevention, uniform medication policies, and more in a Translational Medicine Institute video.
The role of a behavior-related gene might explain why some Thoroughbreds start race careers while others don’t, researchers say.
Horses with equine asthma are more likely to have pharyngeal abnormalities in the upper airway during exercise than their asthma-free counterparts.
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