Nutrition

Farmers across the Midwest struggled last year to harvest their crops in what turned out to be an unseasonably Read more

Mares represent the mainstay of any commercial or private breeding enterprise. In addition to their all important genetic contributions, Read more

A realistic timeline for weight gain must be established, as changes in body weight occur slowly. Weight-gain goals should Read more

Equine nutritionists are frequently asked questions about dietary influences on hoof health. Read more

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications are effective in relieving pain, but extended use of bute and other common NSAIDs frequently causes Read more

Results showed that, during exercise, contraction of the abdominal muscles forced food and gastric acid into the upper part Read more

Some horses might prefer a quiet stable, according to an Australian study of gastric ulcers. Scientists gathered data on Read more

A study conducted in France involved 70 horses, 51 of which exhibited stereotypic behavior. In the study, each horse Read more

A study conducted on a Thoroughbred breeding farm showed that initial broodmare body weight averaged 1,272 pounds (577 kilograms), Read more

Horses recovering from an acute case of laminitis must have a carefully designed feed management plan in order to Read more