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  • Horses grazing in a lush, green pasture.

    Study Examines Effects of Feeding Methods on Health, Well-being of Horses

    Researchers looked at several feeding methods, including free-choice feeding, unlimited food access, slow-feeder, and an automatic box feeder to determine effects different feeding methods have on equine health and well-being.

    Press Release - December 11, 2023 16:49

  • Digital non-contact thermometer for use with horses.

    Research Highlights Limitations of Non-contact Infrared Thermometers

    Study revealed that the readings obtained by the non-contact infrared thermometer demonstrated good reliability in terms of measurement repeatability, but these readings did not align well with rectal temperatures.

    Press Release - December 7, 2023 23:05

  • Horses young and older grazing in pasture on a sunny day.

    Five Things Horses Need

    Horses are individuals and may need additional nutrients and care, but covering the basics will optimize your horse's foundation for a lifetime of vibrant health.

    Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. - December 5, 2023 22:30

  • Horses feeding in a snow-covered pasture.

    Are Your Horses Ready for Winter Weather?

    Take time now to think about what your horses will need to thrive during the coldest months of the year.

    Press Release - December 5, 2023 22:41

  • Mare and newly born foal lying on straw bedding in stall.

    Cervical Pole Necrosis of the Equine Placenta in Horses

    Based on UKVDL data, cervical pole necrosis is an idiopathic, non-infectious, placental disease that can result in abortion, premature birth, delivery of a weak foal or delivery of a viable foal.

    Press Release - December 4, 2023 15:28

  • Illustration of horse with kissing spine showing impingement of thoracic vertebrae.

    A New Approach for Treating Kissing Spine in Horses

    In horses with spinal impingement causing back pain and behavioral signs (bucking, rearing, refusing jumps), typically more than one vertebrae is affected and the severity of impingement is greater.

    Press Release - November 30, 2023 17:56

  • Illustration of horse's foot revealing a case of severe laminitis.

    Winter Foot Pain in Metabolic Horses

    Horses with cold-induced hoof pain show obvious lameness and often typical laminitis stance, but without bounding pulses or heat in their feet.

    Press Release - November 29, 2023 21:41

  • Some of the tools necessary for horse hoof care.

    Grand Meadows Cares Series: Building Your Horse From The Ground Up

    A timetable for regular trims and re-shoeing if the horse is shod, daily hoof picking and prompt attention to any issues noted is all part of the horse care job.

    Nikki Alvin-Smith - November 29, 2023 18:23

  • Side of show-capped barn with icicles hanging from eves.

    Water Woes and Colic Prevention in Horses During Cold Weather

    Horse digestive systems operate optimally when forage is always available, and this means water must be available at all times to aid in digestion and avoid blockages.

    Press Release - November 27, 2023 19:44

  • Horse grazing in a pasture adjacent to red barn.

    Using Diet to Manage Neuromuscular Disorders in Horses

    Veterinarians caution against adopting dietary changes without a confirmed veterinary diagnosis since clinical signs displayed by horses with neuromuscular disorders are not necessarily unique to the described conditions.

    Press Release - November 22, 2023 23:04

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