Health

Here is a review of some laminitis basics and a peek at a new approach researchers are exploring to Read more

Ectoparasites, or external parasites, can cause hypersensitivity in horses. Review these five ectoparasites, some of which may be known Read more

No matter what the horse’s job or performance level, reconditioning should be undertaken slowly.  Read more

Horses with laminitis frequently suffer severe and intense pain, hoof deformation, and decreased athleticism that can be career- or Read more

Although arthroscopy is a useful adjunct to radiographs and ultrasonography in many instances, it can sometimes be debilitating to Read more

Researchers are looking at ways to restore the horse’s unruly immune system to normal and cure, not treat, the Read more

Many airway diseases in horses may be described as asthma, from mild inflammatory airway disease to severe, life-threatening heaves. Read more

The surgical fusion of a joint, called arthrodesis, may be a viable alternative to more traditional medical approaches when Read more

The toxin is found in seedlings and fruits of sycamore maple trees, and ingestion by horses nearly always leads Read more

Pergolide functions by blocking dopamine receptors located in the hypothalamus to decrease the excessive production of hormones and other Read more