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Cold Weather May Lead to Increase of Colic in Horses
Researchers at the University of Liverpool in the England addressed the question of whether the time of year/season has an effect on the number of horse colic cases. During the study, a clear fall/winter peak was found for impactions, spring for equine gr
Splints
Learn about the five main causes of splints in horses and how good horse management and training routines suited to the horse's developmental age and capabilities will help prevent splints.
Research Shows More Risk of Colic in Cold Weather
Researchers at the University of Liverpool in England addressed the question of whether the time of year/season has an effect on the number of horse colic cases. During the study, a clear fall/winter peak was found for impactions, spring for equine grass
Author Craig Downer Assesses The Wild Horse Predicament
Craig C. Downer, a wildlife ecologist and author of a number of publications has written a new book that focuses on the glories of the American wild horse and counters the machinations of anti-wild horse groups that seek to cause their eventual demise by
Positive Long-term Colic Surgery Results for Horses
A recently published study funded by Morris Animal Foundation shows that colic surgery results in overwhelmingly positive outcomes for both horses and owners.
Hoof Problems: Does Your Horse Have Canker?
Cankers in horses are anaerobic infections located in the hoof. Bacteria found in cankers cause an abnormal production of keratin, which is an overgrowth beneath the horn in the horse's hoof.
Foal Pneumonia
Learn why foals often contract penumonia during dry, hot weather, how to recognize the disease, and the treatment necessary to ensure the health of the foal.
Navicular Bone Fracture
Learn why the navicular bone is so important in the horse and why veterinarians recommend a conservative approach in correcting the fracture and preventing future lameness in the horse.
Advances in Equine Dentistry Using Digital Images
In April of 2008, the American Association of Equine Practitioners launched a campaign to promote giving horses thorough oral examinations at least once a year.  Since then, steady progress has been made and currently more horses are receiving appropr
Breyer Animal Creations® and Spielberg to do "Joey"
Breyer Animal Creations® is proud to announce an affiliation with Michael Morpurgo to make the portrait model of âJoey,â the lead horse character in his popular book, War Horse.