A follow-up study is being done to help to identify whether additional starch or sugar is the main driver for the insulin response and further define the likely NSC threshold range.
This study aims to investigate the differences in the gut bacterial communities between healthy and horses with acute diarrhea.
During hot summer weather, horses and other equines face temperatures that can lead to heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and possible fatalities.
While dogs are vaccinated against rabies without question, the majority of horses – who are often at higher risk – are not vaccinated.
Strangles, the 'strep throat' of horses is caused by a Streptococcus bacterium and is highly contagious.
Research shows that horses can be infected by equine herpes viruses in water long after the animals shedding the virus are gone.
Lifestyle management and nutrition can go a long way in preventing colic.
While dogs are vaccinated against rabies without question, the majority of horses – who are often at higher risk – are not vaccinated.
Dr. Annette McCoy's team is collecting data for an algorithm they hope to use to design exercise programs for foals to reduce risk of injuries later in life.
Know your own travel history and be picky when choosing horse shows you attend to reduce the risk of any problems that could develop when you get home.