Colic What it is: Abdominal pain due to intestinal gas, impaction, torsion (twisting) or other causes. Symptoms: Variable, depending on…
Choke What it is: An obstruction of the esophagus, usually caused by eating too fast, but may be caused by…
Abscess (hoof abscess, sole abscess) What it is: A pocket of infection in the foot. Symptoms: Lameness, which can be…
Q: My horses have Bermuda grass hay in front of them at all times, and I give them a flake…
Q: My horse has always had sensitive skin, but this year the gnats seem to have really taken a toll…
Q: My six-year-old off-track Thoroughbred was diagnosed with osteochondritis dissecans in either his hip or his stifle. I’ve heard differing…
According to a recent study at Michigan State University (MSU), air quality may be worse for stabled horses than previously…
Q: I own three geldings and one mare. My geldings are all sound and can be ridden, but my mare,…
Q: My horse has had several recent episodes of gas colic. I know horses aren't supposed to burp, but when…
HEART RATE: Use a stethoscope to count the number of heartbeats per minute (bpm) by placing the end of the…