There is no known treatment for Equine Infectious Anemia and nfected horses become lifelong carriers and pose a risk of infection to other horses.
Dr. Mandi de Mestre has found that over 50% of pregnancy losses are attributed to genetic abnormalities in the fetus including chromosomal errors.
Mosquitoes that have become infected by feeding on virus-carrying birds are responsible for transmitting diseases to other birds, horses and people.
All hoof abscesses should be taken seriously to prevent career-ending or life-threatening wounds or lameness.
It happens suddenly, your horse is in obvious distress and exhibiting breathing difficulties, unsteadiness, and seems to be ready to collapse after turn-out time in the pasture.
Horses exposed to prolonged moisture are at higher risk from bacterial and fungal infections, making prevention a daily commitment for owners.
With the coming of spring-time, viruses, worms and mud, make it important for horse owners to make sure vaccinations, dewormers, and spring cleaning priorities are met.
Two out of three performance horses have stomach ulcers, and those with ulcers have a shorter stride length than those without.
The horse's digestive system works best when small quantities of food are ingested almost continuously.
Laminitis and obesity are often the first clues in identifying both Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction and Equine Metabolic Syndrome.