General Interest
April 18, 2018
Reducing Stress When Hauling Horses
According to a recent study on equine behavior during transport, several behaviors can be used to assess stress. Examples
April 12, 2018
Stick to Basics to Help Horse’s Airways
According to a study, low-dust bedding and feed resulted in significant reductions in airborne dust, endotoxin, and live fungi
April 09, 2018
Massage and Music Minimize Stress in Horses
Researchers recently reported decreased heart rate, heart rate variability, and salivary cortisol levels in horses exposed to relaxing music
April 02, 2018
Omeprazole Withdrawal Times in Competition Horses
High-performance horses, such as racehorses and eventers, suffer from equine gastric ulcer syndrome at a higher rate than pleasure
March 21, 2018
Muscle-Wasting in Old Horses
As horses age, their bodies transform, often in ways owners don’t expect. Muscular mass, for example, changes noticeably enough
March 16, 2018
Importance of Detraining Programs for Athletic Horses
Detraining simply refers to a reduction in the regular training schedule. According to one study, being able to maintain
February 14, 2018
Teaser Mare Genes Impact Stallion Testosterone, Semen
According to a recent study, stallions can alter the characteristics of their semen based on a mare's stage of
February 05, 2018
Waiting for the Foal: Determining Gestational Length in Mares
Ensuring a broodmare’s overall health and body condition before and during gestation will support a healthy pregnancy and minimize
February 01, 2018
Horse Management: Birds in the Barnyard
While many horse owners enjoy the benefits of sharing their farm with chickens and other fowl, some bird species
January 22, 2018
Horse Transport: Assessing Diet and Performance
Researchers conduct studies to provide horse owners and trainers with evidence-based data to facilitate dietary selection for maximal health