horse health
A Guide to Gelding
Gelding, or castration, is the most common equine surgical procedure performed on horse farms. Although veterinarians use different techniques, all…
Conquering Kissing Spine
If you’re around a lot of horse owners, kissing spine may seem like the new disease du jour. It’s hard…
What to Know About Stocking Up
There’s no doubt a horse with swollen legs can be worrying. However, passive fluid accumulation in the lower limbs —…
Insulin Resistance in Horses
If you’ve been around horses a while, you’ve probably seen the following: a horse (that isn’t a stallion) with a…
Horse Vaccinations 101
Horse owners often find it challenging to keep up with the latest vaccination recommendations, and some may not grasp their…
Advances in Equine Diagnostic Imaging
Seeing the full picture of a horse’s body from the inside began not with a hoof, but with a woman’s…
Answering 6 Questions About Equine Osteoarthritis
Early on in her training, the mare was labeled as a hot off-track Thoroughbred, but was that really her M.O.?…
Managing Your Horses During Drought Conditions
Abnormally hot, dry weather conditions can cause droughts that pose unique challenges for horse owners. Even short-term drought can create…
Tips for Treating an Equine Eye Ulcer
You’ve probably felt that moment of panic. Your horse comes in from the field with a squinty, red, tearing, swollen…
Preventing Exposure to Illness When Traveling with Horses
Summer often allows more time for travel with your horse, which can also mean spending time at different barns where…