Tetanus

Learn about the importance of having your horse vaccinated against the powerful exotoxins caused by the disease-causing bacteria and how a second layer of prevention is necessary especially when it comes to puncture wounds.

Thoroughpin

Learn about the symptoms and causes of thoroughpin in horses and why it is usually considered a blemish rather than actually affecting the actions or health of the horse's limb.

Thrush

 Learn why horse's hooves are susceptible to thrush, about the importance of a dry, sanitary hoof environment for your horse, and how to recognize the earliest signs of the infection.

Thyroid Gland Conditions

Learn about thyroid conditions in horses and how thyroid functions can be affected by iodine, tumors, infection, chemicals in forage and the lack or excess of dietary components. .

Tumors

Learn how environmental factors, including carcinogens in feed, pastures, stables, and barn areas are the most likely culprits behind tumors in horses and how frequent inspections can minimize their effects.

Ulcers

Learn about advances in diagnostic techniques when ulcers are suspected in your horse, why ulcers are more common than once thought, and how careful management is the key in preventing the development of ulcers in horses.

Ulcers in Foals

Learn why around 50 percent of foals are prone to ulcers during the first four months of life without producing symptoms and why it is important to remove causes of stress and treat any illness that might precipitate ulcers effectively and quickly.

Umbilical Hernia

Read to learn how to recognize an umbilical hernia in a foal, what the main dangers are, and why a veterinarian should be called to assess the size and status of the hernia and determine the best treatment.

Vesicular Stomatitis

Warts

 Since warts are contagious, learn how to limit the spread of the virus, why an accurate diagnosis is necessary to make sure your horse doesn't have sarcoids, and why treatment is sometimes necessary.