Horse Health
Equine Metabolic Syndrome Cases Demonstrated Increased Iron Levels in Recent Study
The relationship between iron levels and insulin sensitivity has long been recognized and studied in humans and other animals, but…
GMO and Glyphosates: What You Need to Know for Your Horse’s Health
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) and the herbicide Roundup®, which includes the active ingredient called glyphosate, continue to affect the health…
Horse Industry Representatives Gather in Washington, D.C., to Move Key Legislation Toward the Finish Line
On Tuesday, October 22, and Wednesday, October 23, horse industry representatives gathered in Washington, D.C., to meet with lawmakers and…
Breakthrough in Identifying Equine Asthma Allergens
An accurate diagnosis is the foundation for effective treatment of any equine health issue and especially so for allergic conditions…
Your Horse Can Enjoy Healthy Horse Treats for the Holidays, in Moderation
During the holiday season, humans enjoy plenty of special treats, so why shouldn't favorite equine enjoy healthy horse treats? There…
Animal Wellness, Florida Veterinarians Travel to Bahamas to Help Horses Impacted by Hurricane Dorian
The Animal Wellness Foundation (AWF), in its latest disaster response efforts, is providing hay to horses impacted by Hurricane Dorian…
October 2019 SmartPak SmartTip of the Month: Keeping Your Horse at a Healthy Weight
Thumbs up: Knowing your horse’s body condition score for a healthy weight It’s hard to resist the urge to…
September SmartPak SmartTip of the Month: Keep Your Horse’s Hooves Healthy
Keeping your horse's hooves health and strong during all times of year is key to ensuring preparedness for any challenge.
Evolution of the Hoof
The earliest horses were tiny woodland creatures, the size of a housecat or small dog. They had a springy back…
Vet Adventures: High-Tech Healing
It didn’t look like very much equipment, I thought, as I watched the representative from the company unpack the few…