Health

Hyaluronic acid exerts anti-inflammatory effects when administered intravenously, but those effects do not impede natural muscle healing. Read more

In horses, fecal microbiota transplants are performed in some clinical cases of colitis, depending on the practitioner’s treatment preference. Read more

Recent evidence suggests that disorders of the upper and lower airways occur concurrently and that treatment of one may Read more

Rarely diagnosed, stiff-horse syndrome causes muscle spasms and unusual posture in affected horses, especially during times of stress. Read more

Researchers are focusing on creating a “synovial fluid metabolome” to identify biomarkers that may expedite osteoarthritis diagnosis. Read more

Given results of a recent study, horse owners may question whether retirement without structured exercise is advisable for senior Read more

As with other tissues in the body, the muscles that power chewing are susceptible to inflammation and disease. Read more

Chewing on a bit quickens gastrointestinal transit times, making this an inexpensive and well-tolerated method to avoid post-operative ileus. Read more

Some studies show that weight tapes may not always give an accurate reading, but they are worthwhile in tracking Read more

Dealing with soft, crumbly hooves and unsure where to turn? Try this four-pronged approach to getting your horse’s hooves Read more