Health
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February 05, 2020
Mortality of Foaling Mares: Causes Revealed
Gastrointestinal diseases account for the most deaths among broodmares near the time of foaling, according to a recent report
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February 03, 2020
Artificial Light and Hair Growth in Horses
As an alternative to body-clipping, one group of researchers recently examined the use of artificial lights to alter a
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January 31, 2020
Weight-Carrying Capacity of Horses Revisited
How does rider weight influence a ridden horse? What happens when the weight of the rider is increased quickly?
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January 29, 2020
White Line Disease in Horses: What Is It and What Can I Do About It?
While “white line disease” is common vernacular used by professionals, it is a misnomer because the problem actually springs
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January 27, 2020
Hyaluronic Acid for Healthy Horse Joints
Oral joint supplements often contain ingredients thought to be building blocks for articular tissues and fluids, such as glucosamine,
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January 17, 2020
Blood Tests for Performance Horses: How Helpful Are They?
Owners and trainers of performance horses are always looking for ways to evaluate the condition, fitness, and overall health
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January 16, 2020
Smoke Inhalation in Horses
Smoke from wildfires can cause serious health problems for all animals, including horses. Limit exposure to smoke when possible,
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December 30, 2019
Stressors and Foaling Mares: What Do We Know?
Do mares have control over when they deliver? Under stud farm conditions over 90% of mares deliver their foals
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December 25, 2019
Equine Athletes and Body-Wide Inflammation
Measuring systemic inflammation may be a useful tool for identifying horses at risk for elimination from endurance competitions due
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December 23, 2019
Long-Distance Transport of Horses: Seven Tips
Traveling long distances can be stressful on horses. To minimize the negative effects of transport, consider some of the