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Vet In Discussion With Horse Owner
April 09, 2013

Basic Neurologic Examination for Horses

Your older gelding has been acting a little strange, occasionally stumbling or seeming to be somewhat uncoordinated as he Read more
Vet In Discussion With Horse Owner
March 29, 2013

Rabies in Horses and Mules

Rabies is virtually 100% fatal, though fortunately vaccination is highly effective to prevent infection in exposed animals and preclude Read more
Drowsy quarter horse standing outside
March 08, 2013

Common Genetic Diseases in Quarter Horses

Along with their valued characteristics, some Quarter Horses have inherited genetic diseases that limit their ability to perform and stay healthy. Read more
Mare and foal in pasture
March 06, 2013

Leptospirosis to Blame for Some Pregnancy Losses in Kentucky Mares

Cattle, horses, and dogs are all at risk for exposure to animals that can be reservoirs of leptospires. The Read more
Farrier rasping horse's hoof
February 23, 2013

Drug May Be Laminitis Breakthrough

An anti-inflammatory drug discovered 40 years ago, but never used on large animals, may be the breakthrough that veterinarians Read more
Shiny horse with dapples
January 28, 2013

Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy and Malignant Hyperthermia in Horses

A small number of horses with PSSM may also be affected with malignant hyperthermia (MH), which is usually associated Read more
Wood Tick
January 15, 2013

Equine Piroplasmosis Seen Occasionally in U.S.

Equine piroplasmosis, or EP, is found in many places around the world, with about 90% of the world’s horses Read more
Extremely Skinny Horse
January 07, 2013

Possible Treatment for Bone Fragility Disorder in Horses

Tiludronate, a bisphosphonate used in humans to prevent bone breakdown and increase bone density, has been used to treat Read more
Horses in pasture with fall leaves
December 10, 2012

Fatal Horse Malady Linked to Pasture Trees

Consumption of box elder tree seeds by horses has been identified as the cause of seasonal pasture myopathy. Read more
Horse laying down in sand
November 20, 2012

Tropical Disease Affects Horse in Florida

The disease is spread by biting sand flies infected with the protozoa. Sand flies are not new to Florida, Read more
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