Health

Technological advances in horseshoes and innovative concepts in shoeing practices have given new hope for horses with hoof problems and lameness issues.

Ulcers can be a common problem for many horses, especially those with active careers. Learn how to recognize the signs, treat the symptoms and keep this problem from recurring.

Researchers are working on a contraceptive vaccine for wild horses, in hopes it will cut down on round-ups and perhaps even eliminate them completely.

Scientists have discovered a virus that triggers a life-threatening liver disease in horses, solving a longstanding medical mystery.

A recent study shows that horses on high-grain rations spent more time being alert for signs of danger than those on an all-hay diet.

Microchips are fast becoming the preferred way to identify horses, replacing tattoos, brands and other traditional methods. Now a new rule set to take effect in 2018 will require microchip ID for horses in nationally recognized hunter/jumper divisions.

Research shows that the age of equine youngsters’ parents affects the sex ratio among foals, and the effect is stronger for mares than stallions.

A therapeutic riding study shows after participating in a therapeutic riding program, children with autism spectrum disorder showed significant improvements in many areas.

According to a recent study, monitoring fitness levels could help identify horses most at risk for injury.

Veterinarians are urging horse owners to be on the look-out for these two equine skin conditions during the summer.

Fertility-control options for mares could help cut down on mustang overpopulation.

Does your horse seem uncomfortable when bridled? Is he exhibiting strange bit behavior? It could be due to a variety of issues.

An equine vet weighs in on the health risks associated with conditioning your event horse on hard roads.

New research showed how better diagnostic tools and new treatments are changing the navicular picture for horses.

Keep track of your horse's health with a smartphone app.

Equine veterinarian, Gina Tranquillo, VDM, explains why horses' legs often swell when stalled overnight.

Continuing drought in the western United State may limit horse hay production in the coming year.

How effective is the equine flu shot?

State-of-the-art imaging techniques offer new insights into many equine lameness problems.

A recent study discovered a link between poor saddle fit and rider back pain, lameness, saddle slip, asymmetry and rider crookedness.

Anhidrosis, the inability to sweat correctly, can spell trouble for your horse’s performance and health.

Learn tips to get your horse to consume his medication.

Researchers are studying the effects of glucosamine and similar supplements on yearlings to combat degenerative joint disease.