Basic Health

May 17, 2023
Owner Survey Identifies Barriers to Battling Excess Condition in Horses
Although many owners reported they felt in control of their horse’s body condition, only a quarter of owners regularly

April 19, 2023
Promise of Spring: Seasonal Changes in the Dietary Management for Horses
This season of renewal can trigger diet-related health glitches for certain horses, especially when given unfettered access to green

April 17, 2023
Proceed Carefully: Feeding Neglected Horses
Refeeding malnourished horses requires a gradual, thoughtful approach, as too much forage and feed too soon can cause severe

March 29, 2023
Soundness in Senior Horses
Decreased mobility in the form of lameness is a predominant health concern of old horses. What specifically ails these

February 22, 2023
Why Are You Blanketing Your Horse This Winter?
To better understand the effect of blanketing on hair coat length and diameter, researchers examined hair closely throughout the

February 13, 2023
Manure Eating in Horses: Multiple Explanations Exist
Horses frequently eat tree bark, leaves, soil and, perhaps most disturbing, manure. What would make a horse do this?

January 05, 2023
Pros and Cons of Using Haynets: New Information
Haynets can be beneficial for some horses, yet a new study suggests they may increase a horse’s risk of

December 19, 2022
Climate May Dictate Altered Training Protocols for Young Horses
Does temperature matter during the training of racehorses? Researchers suggest temperature affects body condition and training effectiveness.
November 21, 2022
Gauging Pain in a Lame Horse at Rest
Movement assymetry is sign of lameness, likely due to discomfort. How much pain does a lame horse experience while

October 05, 2022
Housing Situation: Single Life May Stress Out Horses
To determine how quickly horses become stressed, researchers swapped living situations, from herd life to single life.