Horse Health

In the latest Practical Horseman podcast episode, top groom Liv Gude shares tips on how to keep your horse healthy, happy and safe.

Researchers discovered that providing horses with frequent meals—a task that can be aided by automatic feeders—can help reduce the occurrence of gastric ulcers.

Jim shares his thoughts on making your life with your horse even more beneficial to you both in the year ahead.

Can wide-ranging weather conditions affect your horse? A top vet weighs in on this hot topic.

Researchers have developed a portable, non-invasive diagnostic tool for horses.

Studies have shown that music can help reduce anxiety-related behaviors in horses.

Learn how a balanced mouth can help improve your horse’s quality of life as well as boost his performance under saddle.

Horse owners often pick up on a horse’s cranky mood from his body language, and the latest research is showing that horses can also tell when a human is angry based on facial expressions.

Studies have shown that too-tight nosebands on bridles can cause stress and other health problems for your horse.

Equine allergies can be caused by a number of different agents. Find out about the signs, triggers and possible treatments.

Researchers are working on the development and testing of a unique robotic lift system that would take the place of a traditional sling for horses with severe limb injuries such as a broken leg.

Here are a few things you should know about some common injuries in hunters, jumpers and equitation horses.

If you keep horses in the West or Southwest, a contagious viral disease called vesicular stomatitis should be on your radar.

A new study suggests that shipping with professional drivers for long-distance travel can help reduce the chances of your horse getting sick or injured.

A little geometry goes a long way in training your current horse or shopping for your next.

A vet offers an interesting explanation as to why a horse might nibble cross-ties after receiving a treat.

Learn how horse-show organizers and competitors can team up to protect horses from contagious diseases.

New research on a devastating disorder is leading treatment advances and prevention.

Improve your horse’s cardiovascular health, muscular strength and suppleness to help him perform his best and reduce his chance of injury.

Phenibut, an ingredient found in some calming supplements can put you on the wrong side of U.S. Equestrian Federation drug rules

Find out the latest on breed-related disease risks.

A too-tight girth could be uncomfortable for your horse and actually limit his performance.

Studies show that horses are able to retain concepts years after their initial training.

How sound is your horse? Tim Ober, DVM, shares a 10-point checklist to assess your horse's soundness.