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Merial Launches Osteoarthritis Web Site for Horse Owners
With equine osteoarthritis (OA) having a major impact on the horse industry and sometimes determining the level of performance for many riders and their equine companions, understanding and being able to treat the pain and inflammation associated with equ
Research Studies Standing Fracture Repairs in Horses
After Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro underwent surgical repair of a severe fracture many equine veterinarians were hearing the same statement âI didnât think you could fix a broken leg in a horseâ. The truth is some you can and some you cannot.
Recognizing the Importance of Nutrition in Horse Health and Welfare
Offered online starting January 7, 2013 through the University of Guelph as part of its Equine Welfare Certificate, Advanced Equine Health through Nutrition will be of benefit to not only horse owners or caretakers, but vet technicians and veterinarians a
Research Key to Recurrent Airway Obstruction in Horses
 Research into genes in horses that produce a certain protein may lead to treatment for both recurrent airway obstruction in horses and also asthma in people.
Five Tips for Keeping Kids and Horses Cool at the Fair
Heat and high humidity are a concern for horses, exhibitors and kids at the fair, but tips about hydration, clothing and feed can help keep fair days pleasant.
Microcurrent: Healthier Option than Lasix for Horses?
Recently, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission has backed a proposal to ban the use of furosemide, also marketed as Lasix and Salix, on race day. For years, use of furosemide has been the common choice of treatment to reduce exercise induced pulmona
New Case of Hendra Virus Confirmed
Another case of Hendra virus was detected last week in Queensland, Australia. News agencies reported that a veterinarian treated a gravely ill horse in the northern part of the state. Lab results confirmed that the animal had Hendra virus (HeV), a severe
Protect Your Horse from Getting Tetanus
According to Pfizer Animal Health, all horses are at risk for developing tetanus. Along with a number of horse diseases such as West Nile virus, Eastern and Western equine encephalitis, rabies, and strangles, tetanus, is preventable through a veterinaria
The Homes for Horses Coalition Offers Free Webinar to Help Horse Rescues with Successful Community Engagement
âDon't miss this important free webinar on July 22, 2015 at 1 pm ET presented by members of The Homes for Horses Coalition on Successful Outreach and Ideas for Community Engagement.â
What's in a neigh? New Study Reveals More about Horse Talk
âAccording to a new study conducted by researchers in Switzerland, a horse's whinny reflects its emotions much like our voices can betray how we're feeling.â