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March 27, 2024

Underwater Treadmills Rapidly Build Back Muscles in Horses

Recurrent incline underwater treadmill exercise develops muscles in the back within two weeks of starting exercise, according to one Read more
Colicky horse laying down in a stall at the vet hospital.
March 18, 2024

Right Dorsal Colitis in Horses: Role of Bicarbonate in Etiology

Right dorsal colitis is a disease of the large intestine often brought about by excessive use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory Read more
Gray horse in stall.
March 13, 2024

Inside or Out: Exploring Standard of Care for Horse Housing

In many countries, horses are kept outdoors for part of every day. In others, horses are routinely housed indoors. Read more
March 04, 2024

Right Dorsal Colitis in Horses: An Overview

Ferreting out a diagnosis of right dorsal colitis, an ulcerative, inflammatory disorder, can take time, as horses show nonspecific Read more
February 28, 2024

No Causative Gene Found for Vitamin E Deficiency Disease in Horses

The best way to prevent eNAD/EDM is to supplement pregnant mares and their foals up to two years of Read more
February 14, 2024

Mare Age Biggest Predictor of Foaling Success

South African researchers reviewed demographics and foaling rates for mares that were barren or maiden in recent years. Read more
February 07, 2024

Antioxidant Properties of Vitamin E Support Stallion Fertility

Offering stallions antioxidants improves semen quality, which could increase fertility rates, especially when using cooled or frozen semen. Read more
February 05, 2024

Will Your Hospitalized Horse Survive Diarrhea?

If your horse is hospitalized for colitis, the good news is there is a high chance of survival unless Read more
Vet lunging a chestnut horse.
January 31, 2024

Tips for Diagnosing Muscle Disease in Horses

Once disease is identified, then veterinarians must decide which of four categories it falls, and diagnosis is part art Read more
January 15, 2024

Selecting Forages for Horses Diagnosed with Equine Asthma

Environmental management is one of the most important aspects of treating and managing horses diagnosed with equine asthma. Read more
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