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Performing a flexion test on a horse's hind leg
September 13, 2011

Combating Arthritis in Horses

Arthritis—inflammation of the joints—is common in horses as they age. In fact, arthritis is one of the chief reasons Read more
Farrier rasping horse's hoof
August 31, 2011

The Horse’s Hoof

The hoof is a complex grouping of sensitive and insensitive structures, all of which must be kept healthy and Read more
Exmoor Ponies in pasture
August 12, 2011

Genetics of Laminitis in Ponies Studied

A 2005 study examined the heritability of grass founder in an inbred herd of Welsh and Dartmoor ponies. Read more
Farrier rasping horse's hoof
August 11, 2011

The Natural Horse Hoof: Exactly What Is It?

A popular theory states that the hooves of feral horses should be a model for the length and shape Read more
Horse sniffing a woman holding a clipboard while standing on a scale to record weight.
July 25, 2011

Artificial Limbs for Horses

Not every equine with a serious leg injury is a candidate for this option, but for horses with the Read more
Two girls with a horse
July 21, 2011

Four Tips to Keep Your Horse Sound

Keeping horses sound takes planning and attention to detail, but the result—a comfortable horse that’s able to perform the Read more
Woman inspecting horse's hoof
July 12, 2011

Treatment Options for Leg Injuries in Horses

Years ago, a severely strained or ruptured tendon often signaled the end of a horse’s useful life. Treatment consisted Read more
Horse's hooves
July 06, 2011

Long Toes and Hindquarter Pain in Horses

A correlation was found between gluteal pain and a hoof angle known as long toe/low heel. Read more
Horse sniffing a woman holding a clipboard while standing on a scale to record weight.
June 28, 2011

Rehabilitation for Injured Horses

Today, equine rehab clinics have a range of treatments to control discomfort, maintain or build muscular strength, and bring Read more
Horse's hooves
June 06, 2011

Supporting-Limb Laminitis Investigated in Horses

Supporting-limb laminitis is a common occurrence in horses that sustain a leg injury that causes them to bear weight Read more
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