Health
November 02, 2002
Cushing’s Disease Threatens the Health of the Older Horse
There is no cure for Cushing's disease. However, measures can be taken to treat the effects of the disease.
November 02, 2002
Shivers, Stringhalt, and Australian Stringhalt
Unlike shivers, stringhalt can often be corrected or improved surgically.
November 02, 2002
Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as sleeping sickness, is a viral disease that affects horses, some other animals, and
November 02, 2002
Strangles in Horses
Strangles is an infection caused by Streptococcus equi bacteria. Lymph nodes in the horse's head and throat are the most common
October 29, 2002
Dental Care in Horses
A horse with dental problems might drop hay or feed out of his mouth, lose weight, back off his
October 29, 2002
Cleaning Horse Feed Tubs and Buckets
Yes, the water pails and feed buckets will look better, but there's a far better reason for all of
October 25, 2002
Equine Air Travel
Larger airplanes capable of flying longer distances in less time, safer traveling compartments, and more effective tranquilizers have all
August 20, 2001
Treating Sesamoid Injuries in Horses
As elements of the pastern joint, the sesamoids are under stress each time the horse takes a step.
September 23, 1998
What Does Your Horse Weigh?
Even the most inexperienced horsemen can use several methods to determine how much their horses weigh.