The study is testing a simple questionnaire to see if it can reliably help horse owners recognize and monitor signs of chronic osteoarthritis pain in their horses, leading to earlier intervention.
With the recent outbreaks of the neurological form of equine herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1), horse owners have been seeking information and advice on risks posed by this disease and methods to help protect their horses from exposure and infection.
âThe full data set of 616,084 race times run by 70,388 horses shows that race winning speeds have improved greatly since 1850, and increases in speed have been greatest in shorter distance races.â
Can a bug bite lead to laminitis? Localized skin swellings or lesions â like hives â usually represent an acute allergic reaction, often triggered by something as innocuous as an insect bite. An acute reaction like hives suggest that a horseâs l
Hot, humid weather during the summer months is prime time for equine skin conditions to occur as a result of fungus and bacteria. As horse owners are faced with these conditions that can spread rapidly in warmer weather, Equine America® offers Fungasol®
âBeing recognized by equine veterinarians as the best brand to support digestive health in horses says vets are paying close attention to SmartPak's ingredients, research, and colic surgery reimbursement program.â
Clinton will reveal the finished result of his horse training method during an unforgettable, advanced riding demonstration that brings crowds to their feet.
Managing at-risk and transitioning equines carries different logistical needs compared to small animals like dogs and cats, and webinar will explore trends in welfare statistics and how that shapes at-risk equine programming.
While all fat is high in calories, foods that are high in n-3 PUFAs can lower blood insulin levels in your horse, which helps reduce fat storage and lessen the risk of laminitis.
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation recently received a $10,000 grant from the USA Equestrian Trust (USAET) to support The Laminitis Research Project.Â