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Thoroughbred horse grazing in a pasture at the Kentucky Equine Research Performance Center
August 17, 2022

Quelling Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea with Fecal Transplants

Researchers investigate new ways to reduce diarrhea associated with antibiotic use, including the use of fecal transplants. Read more
Vet lunging a chestnut horse.
August 15, 2022

New Target Identified for Managing Equine Arthritis Pain

Blocking a specific protein within a joint, thus short-circuiting pain and inflammation, may prove to be a novel treatment Read more
August 10, 2022

What Horse Owners Know About EMS

According to a recently published survey, many horse owners feel they know very little about equine metabolic syndrome or Read more
August 08, 2022

Drooling to Find Biomarkers of EGUS in Horse Saliva

Researchers used biomarkers in saliva to determine if they could predict the presence of gastric ulcers in horses. Read more
Side view of a chestnut racehorse working out on the track
August 03, 2022

Hyaluronic Acid and Other Treatments for Carpal Disease in Horses

Researchers tested the efficacy of three treatments for carpal osteoarthritis, a common problem in high-performance horses. Read more
August 01, 2022

Managing Stress, Improving Mare Performance: Is Altrenogest a Good Option?

New data support using altrenogest in mares to decrease stress responses associated with training, which could improve trainability and Read more
Extremely Skinny Horse
July 25, 2022

Skirting Parasite Resistance with Sainfoin: A Realistic Option?

Due to the global rise in parasite resistance to chemical dewormers, researchers are looking at alternatives, including sainfoin. Read more
July 18, 2022

Use of Ultrasound in Diagnosing Osteochondral Defects in Horses

While ultrasonography has the potential to serve as a tool to help diagnose cartilage defects, available data do not Read more
Horses eating hay in sandy paddock
July 13, 2022

Seeking Sweet Success: Using the Oral Sugar Test for Insulin Dysregulation in Horses

Researchers performed a study to pinpoint the most reliable oral sugar test protocol for diagnosing insulin dysregulation. Read more
July 11, 2022

Equine Glandular Gastric Disease: Diagnosing Difficulties

Experts recently discovered that diagnosing EGGD accurately using gastroscopy and current guidelines may not be as reliable as once Read more
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