Health

To take a horse's temperature, first tie the horse or have someone hold his head. Stand beside (not in Read more

Colic, a general term that describes abdominal discomfort, can affect horses of all ages, even the very young. Read more

Equine proliferative enteropathy (EPE) is a gastrointestinal disease that results in thickened intestine and slower growth for weanling horses. Read more

More severe cases of scours often hit foals and may be due to viruses, bacteria, or protozoa. If a Read more

Equine diseases, conditions, or problems are frequently referred to by their initials. Full names, a brief explanation of each Read more

As with all tack, thought should be given to the construction and fit of the foal's first halter. Read more

Other types of nasal discharge (heavy, thick, green or yellow, creamy, carrying an unpleasant odor) are more likely to Read more

Of the gaining mares, 80% gave birth to colts, while only 3% of those losing weight gave birth to Read more

The horse's respiratory system is designed to move a huge quantity of air into and out of the lungs Read more

It is vital that appropriate samples and a full history are collected to assist in building a full understanding Read more