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August 16, 2023

Amino Acid Levels Differ in Horses With and Without EMS, Laminitis

To improve the understanding of amino acid utilization, horses without EMS, with EMS, and with EMS and laminitis were Read more
August 09, 2023

Injury Rehab in Horses: Pros, Cons, and Future of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells

While adipose-derived stem cells have many positive features, using these cells in rehab scenarios doesn’t guarantee success. Read more
Camargue foal in the water
August 07, 2023

Swimming: Study Found No Bleeding in Endurance-Trained Horses

Because swimming is frequently used as a conditioning tool, researchers wondered if this particular exercise is associated with bleeding. Read more
gastrosocpy, scoping stomach
August 02, 2023

Simple Saliva Test Identifies Horses with Gastric Ulcers

The value of saliva-based testing for gastric ulcers was explored by measuring proteins in the saliva of horses with Read more
Racehorse galloping on track during morning workout.
July 24, 2023

Gauging Bone Mineral Density to Predict Injuries in Thoroughbred Racehorses

Fracture of the proximal sesamoid bones is a leading cause of injury in racehorses. The ability to pinpoint at-risk Read more
July 19, 2023

Grin and Bear It: Are Gastric Ulcers Painful for Horses?

Gastric ulcers are believed to be painful, yet no studies have been performed to quantify this discomfort. Read more
July 05, 2023

Overdue Tetanus Vaccines in Horses: Catch Up on Protection

According to the American Association of Equine Practitioners, adult horses should be vaccinated annually against tetanus. Read more
Drowsy quarter horse standing outside
July 03, 2023

Horse Health: Veterinary Endoscopes as Carriers of Bacteria

Poorly disinfected endoscopes can falsely identify carriers of the bacterium that causes strangles in horses. Read more
Vet lunging a chestnut horse.
June 26, 2023

Lame Horse? Test for EMS and PPID

A swell of evidence shows that common endocrine disorders may also contribute to back pain, suspensory ligament desmitis, and Read more
KER intern picking up a flake of hay in the barn aisle from a hay wagon.
June 21, 2023

Steamed Hay for Horses: Protein Content Examined

Steamed hay benefits horses with airway disease by reducing respirable particles, but high-temperature steaming reduces protein digestibility. Read more
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