Diagnosing and Treating Itchy Horses
Alexandra Beckstett
September 28, 2021
A researcher describes ectoparasites, infections, and hypersensitivity disorders that can cause pruritus in horses.
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A researcher describes ectoparasites, infections, and hypersensitivity disorders that can cause pruritus in horses.
Use this visual guide to learn about the technologies your veterinarian might use to look inside your horse and why.
Survey: Veterinarians in the United Kingdom are more likely to follow competition rather than manufacturer influenza vaccination guidelines, potentially leaving horses with vaccination gaps.
Researchers found that about 40% of NSAID-treated horses in their study developed thickened intestinal walls, starting as early as the third day of treatment.
A survey found 100% of owners were happy with the results of their mares’ ovariectomies performed in response to pathologies; 90% were happy with elective ovariectomy results.
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Poll pain can cause performance, behavior, and welfare issues for horses. Learn how vets diagnose and treat it.
Here’s how to get your farm back to normal so your horses have a safe and comfortable place to, once again, call home.
In the four months since the MILEPET scanner’s installation at UC Davis Veterinary Hospital, veterinarians have imaged 100 horses; more than half were performance and pleasure horses.
Learn from Dr. Jennifer Janes, part of the University of Kentucky’s CSI team for horse diseases, conditions, and poisonings.
Researchers used genomic sequencing to identify fungi living in healthy eyes and found differences between pastured and stalled horses.
He might seem perfect—but before you call him yours, determine if a horse is sound and serviceable for the job at hand and if you can live with his inevitable flaws.
Read about three real-life examples of equine athletes that made full recoveries from their injuries, including their diagnostic challenges, rehab modalities, and recovery details.
Here’s what to expect if your horse needs to undergo gastroscopy, the only surefire way to check for equine gastric ulcers.
Administered by the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, the program will support and train a network of government agencies, individuals, and organizations to aid domestic animals and livestock during emergencies.
A study found omeprazole protected horses against phenylbutazone-induced equine glandular gastric disease but might exacerbate phenylbutazone-induced intestinal disease.
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