Preventative

May 13, 2016
Understanding Fructan’s Role in Horse Laminitis
There are several types of fructans, and it is not clear if all fructans are fermented the same and

May 10, 2016
Preventing Respiratory Infections in Young Horses: Supplements
Anyone spending time in the breeding sector of the equine industry quickly appreciates the importance of colostrum for neonates.

February 19, 2016
Four Tips for Managing Tall Fescue and Mare, Foal Health
With the foaling season in full swing in some parts of the world, mare owners should be aware of

January 29, 2016
Dietary Restriction and Age-Related Illness in Horses
Medical advances over the past several decades allow humans, horses, and other animals to lead long, productive lives. In fact,

October 08, 2015
Checking Roundworm Burdens in Foals with Ultrasound
Foals, weanlings, and yearlings appear particularly susceptible to high roundworm burdens, likely because they have little natural immunity against

October 06, 2015
Using Bacteria to Deworm Horses
In the face of a persistent increase in resistance of equine internal parasites to available chemical dewormers, Martin Nielsen, D.V.M., Ph.D.,

October 02, 2015
Four Reasons All Horse Operations Need Biosecurity Protocols
Four reasons to adopt and enforce biosecurity protocols to protect your horses, no matter how large or small the

September 28, 2015
Thumps: Electrolyte Imbalance in Horses
Routine electrolyte supplementation remains the best way to keep thumps from occurring.

September 24, 2015
Fescue Toxicity in Mares: Beyond Pasture
Becoming familiar with hay plants, especially the identification of leaves and seed heads of common plants, will help hay

September 22, 2015
Wood-Chewing in Horses: Examine the Diet for Cause
Owners of wood-chewing horses generally cite boredom as the basis for the frustrating vice. Is monotony the motive behind