Horse owners are often reluctant to schedule farrier appointments in inclement weather, but healthy hooves depend on making hoof care a priority in all kinds of weather.
The AAEP invites horse owners to participate in the My Vet Matters Contest by sharing how their veterinarian provides exceptional care for their horse.
Researchers concluded that wearable sensor technology can be used to identify horses with low recumbency times at risk for REM sleep deficiency and to assess and monitor equine welfare objectively.
Objectives of the study are to molecularly characterize S. equi from horses in Ontario and to develop an Ontario S. equi typing database for future study and surveillance.
âThe Board of Directors of the EQUUS Foundation has announced that over $250,000 was awarded in grants and scholarships in 2015 to ensure the well-being of horses, improve the quality of life of people through equine-assisted activities, and foster the
"Cold weather can be especially challenging for senior horses, so itâs important to make sure heâs getting the care and support he needs even if heâs weathered previous winters without any trouble.â
The ability to identify inflammation in infected horses before they show clinical signs is critical, not only for the health of the horse.
A horse’s diet should be appropriately supplemented with a balanced nutritional approach considering its available forage and grain resources, and addressing age, performance level and overall health,
Horse parasites are a daily fact of life. Read about the different kinds of parasites that affect your horse, the types of dewormers available, and learn ways to get rid of parasites before they become a problem.
Diet affects behavior. This makes sense. A well-fed horse is healthy and a healthy horse feels good. Conversely, a poorly-nourished horse is suffering.