TMJ Problems in Horses
Because horses spend a substantial portion of each day eating and grazing, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction and pain can negatively affect the horse’s overall health. The post TMJ Problems in...
View ArticleExploring the “Speed Gene” in Racing Arabians
Researchers collected DNA from 15 Arabian racehorses to analyze the role of the ACTN3 gene, touted by some as a "speed gene". The post Exploring the “Speed Gene” in Racing Arabians appeared first on...
View ArticleRisk Factors for Squamous vs. Glandular Ulcers in Horses
Despite being grouped together under the umbrella term “equine gastric ulcer syndrome,” one group of veterinary researchers recently suggested that equine glandular gastric disease (EGGD) should...
View ArticleStudy: Ulcers in Weanling Horses
Many horse owners believe that feeding alfalfa to horses and weanlings helps protect their delicate stomachs from ulceration. The protein and calcium content supposedly buffers the pH of the stomach,...
View ArticleStudy: Still No Test to Predict Insect Bite Hypersensitivity in Horses
Veterinarians attempted to use an sLT release assay to predict which Icelandic horses were at risk for developing insect bite hypersensitivity. The post Study: Still No Test to Predict Insect Bite...
View ArticleAmerican Bashkir Curly Horses May Be More Allergenic than Most Breeds
Some horsemen believe American Bashkir Curly Horses induce fewer allergic reactions in humans than other breeds of horses. Not so, according to a group of German veterinary researchers. The post...
View ArticleCould Acupuncture Help My Horse?
A paper by Huisheng Xie presented at the 2018 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention assesses the use of acupuncture in clinical equine medicine, including effects of this treatment...
View ArticleLink Between Insulin and Laminitis in Horses Probed
Research shows that laminitis secondary to inflammation is distinct from other forms of laminitis, including endocrinopathic laminitis frequently seen in horses with equine metabolic syndrome. The post...
View ArticlePoor Performance in Sport Horses
In order to pinpoint the most likely reasons, it is important for a veterinarian to adopt a methodical approach to a poor-performance workup. In addition to sharing a thorough history of your horse,...
View ArticlePortable Technology Benefits Equine Reproduction
One of the challenging aspects of ambulatory equine veterinary medicine involves having the latest technology stall-side. The post Portable Technology Benefits Equine Reproduction appeared first on...
View ArticleMare Infertility: Biofilm-Associated Infections
A biofilm consists of colonies of bacteria encased in and protected by slimy layers, which are difficult to eradicate with antibiotics alone. The post Mare Infertility: Biofilm-Associated Infections...
View ArticleRisk of Joint Infections Low in Horses After Injection
Although performed commonly, there is always a risk of infection following a joint injection, a consideration for even the most seasoned horse owners. The post Risk of Joint Infections Low in Horses...
View ArticleAge, Obesity Alter Equine Intestinal Microbiome
Some easy keepers seem to grow fatter and fatter despite eating very little. Could their microbiome be to blame? The post Age, Obesity Alter Equine Intestinal Microbiome appeared first on Kentucky...
View ArticleUltrasonography for Healthy Mares and Foals
Mirroring advances in human medicine, some veterinarians have upgraded to three-dimensional (3D) units to assess crown-rump length and fetal volume. The post Ultrasonography for Healthy Mares and Foals...
View ArticleRole of Coenzyme Q10 in Horse Nutrition
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) plays a key role in mitochondrial function and is essential for the production of energy. The post Role of Coenzyme Q10 in Horse Nutrition appeared first on Kentucky Equine Research.
View ArticleHorse-Pasture Safety: Avoiding Atypical Myopathy
Atypical myopathy or seasonal pasture myopathy, which presents like a bout of tying-up, follows the ingestion of seeds or seedlings of certain trees. The post Horse-Pasture Safety: Avoiding Atypical...
View ArticleFecal Microbiota Transfer Beneficial for Horses
One little-known method of repopulating the hindgut with beneficial bacteria is fecal microbiota transfer (FMT). The post Fecal Microbiota Transfer Beneficial for Horses appeared first on Kentucky...
View ArticleMare’s Milk: A Closer Look
How does mare’s milk stack up against other milk, say that from a cow or a goat? The post Mare’s Milk: A Closer Look appeared first on Kentucky Equine Research.
View ArticleImproved Understanding of Speed Gene Helps Thoroughbreds
Continued research in this field revealed that this gene was responsible for producing myostatin, a major protein involved in muscle contraction. The post Improved Understanding of Speed Gene Helps...
View ArticleSeptic Joints in Horses: Supplements as Adjunct Therapy
When joint infections present in horses, swift and aggressive therapy must be applied immediately. The post Septic Joints in Horses: Supplements as Adjunct Therapy appeared first on Kentucky Equine...
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