Now that summer weather is in full force, make sure that you are treating the effects of summer time sweat.…
The signs are obvious: A couple of scaly, crusty areas on your horse where the hair has fallen out. Your…
The decision about what kind of hay to feed your horse is not an easy one, even if you know…
Veterinarians and researchers often debate the semantics and definitions of navicular disease, navicular syndrome and navicular-type pain. Susan Dyson, MA,…
Ringbone is a common diagnosis. Horses young and old, backyard pets and high-level athletes alike are all susceptible to the…
Because a number of factors can affect the risks of falling victim to potentially deadly brain-swelling diseases carried by mosquitoes,…
We all know how annoying it is to have a horse flipping his head around to get rid of the…
Tapeworms were once considered a fairly benign parasite, unassociated with serious problems in equines. But recent studies show tapeworms are…
Research published in 2005 revealed the presence of ulcers in the colons of performance horses. According to the study, conducted…
While colic episodes are cause for concern, most cases can be managed with non-surgical veterinary treatment: a shot for pain,…