Diseases

Equine piroplasmosis is caused by protozoal parasites that infect a horse's blood. Natural transmission is by ticks, but the Read more

Pythiosis—also known by the appealing monikers of swamp cancer, leeches, or kunkers—is caused by Pythium insidiosum, a one-celled organism that Read more

Anemia is a condition in which the blood is deficient in red cells, hemoglobin, or total volume. Signs of Read more

The main goals of feeding horses with neurologic disease are to supplement vitamin E and ensure that horses continue Read more

The Dipstick test can be done in the field and gives an answer in 15 minutes, compared to serologic Read more

A new treatment option has been developed for horses suffering from equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). Read more

Equine diseases, conditions, or problems are frequently referred to by their initials. Full names, a brief explanation of each Read more

Other types of nasal discharge (heavy, thick, green or yellow, creamy, carrying an unpleasant odor) are more likely to Read more

It is vital that appropriate samples and a full history are collected to assist in building a full understanding Read more

Scratches is the name commonly given to the patches of cracked, irritated skin, often with a secondary bacterial infection, Read more