Bog Spavin is a swelling of the horse's hock joint. Most bog spavins heal on their own, but a veterinarian may prescribe an anti-inflammatory to reduce swelling of the joint capsule.
Arthritis in horses can result from injury, or chronic wear and tear on joints. Learn the symptoms and methods of treatment in this article.
The deadline for consigning to the 2013 NRHA / Markel Insurance Futurity Sales of horses has been extended to September 4, for Marketplace, Futurity Prospect and Breeders Showcase entries.
USRider, the national provider of roadside emergency assistance for equestrians, is proud to announce a new partnership with the United States Dressage Federation.
Back Country Horseman of America preserve our right to ride horses on public lands across the country and proudly introduce their latest Advocacy Partner, the Lake Ray Roberts Equestrian Trail Association.
"Alaina Kringen, a fourth-year veterinary student at Iowa State University whose goal as an equine practitioner is to offer exceptional medicine to the horses of her native South Dakota, will be awarded the $75,000 Coyote Rock Ranch Veterinary Scholarshi
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.
 Horse owners are advised to take steps to reduce the number of mosquitoes around their barns, stables, and homes, including eliminating standing water in farm yards as well as making sure horse vaccinations are up-to-date.
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
âThis free webinar presented by My Horse University and eXtension HorseQuest and featuring Dr. Betsy Greene will provide exposure to information and resources to give a heads up for fun and safe riding experiences.â