Does the Moon Phase Affect Horses’ Colic Risk?
Studies have shown a lunar influence on humans and animals, from fertility levels to hormone fluctuations to immune response. More research into its effect on equine colic, however, needs to be done to...
View ArticleHelp! My Horse Ate Chicken Feed: What Should I Do?
Here's how to react if your horse consumes feed designed for another animal. The post Help! My Horse Ate Chicken Feed: What Should I Do? appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleIs My Horse Too Old for Colic Surgery?
A new study looks at age as a predisposing factor for post-operative nasogastric reflux and mortality. The post Is My Horse Too Old for Colic Surgery? appeared first on The Horse.
View Article15 is the New 10: Keeping the Middle-Aged Horse Healthy
Find out how to keep your middle-aged horse's teeth, feet, joints, and more healthy. The post 15 is the New 10: Keeping the Middle-Aged Horse Healthy appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleColic: What Should I Do Until the Vet Gets Here?
An equine critical care specialist shares advice for dealing with a colic while waiting for your vet. The post Colic: What Should I Do Until the Vet Gets Here? appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleAre Old Horses More At-Risk for Colic?
Dr. Bryan Waldridge, who treats retired champion racehorses at Old Friends, shares specifics about the types of colic that are more common as horses age. The post Are Old Horses More At-Risk for Colic?...
View ArticleHay for Horse Health
Horses with conditions such as muscle or metabolic disease might have special hay needs to stay healthy. The post Hay for Horse Health appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleThe Price of Longevity: Senior Horse Health Needs
Owning a horse over his lifetime can be rewarding, but you need to be prepared for specific costs related to his care. Learn about recent senior horse research studies and what veterinarians say you...
View ArticleNutrition Considerations When Importing Horses From Europe
Learn about feeding your new horse during transport, quarantine, and the first few weeks at his new home. The post Nutrition Considerations When Importing Horses From Europe appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleHorse Colic Surgery: Making Hard Decisions
While it can be unsettling to think about all the possible scenarios, planning before colic happens could save your horse's life. The post Horse Colic Surgery: Making Hard Decisions appeared first on...
View ArticleCribbing and Colic in Horses: What’s the Link?
After years of speculating that colic occurs more frequently in horses that crib, researchers have finally provided consistent data confirming this association. Learn more in this excerpt from our...
View ArticleRisks Associated With Feeding Horses Traditional Bran Mashes
While steeped in tradition, feeding bran mashes can cause GI distress in horses. Learn why, and discover alternatives. The post Risks Associated With Feeding Horses Traditional Bran Mashes appeared...
View ArticlePreventing Impaction Colic Recurrence
Our equine nutritionist offers feeding advice to minimize the risk of impaction colic in senior horses. The post Preventing Impaction Colic Recurrence appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleIdeal Feed Frequency for Horses
How often should you feed your horses each day? Our nutrition expert weighs in with advice. The post Ideal Feed Frequency for Horses appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleReducing Winter Colic Risk in Your Horse
Dr. Clair Thunes offers advice for preventing colic when the weather turns cold. The post Reducing Winter Colic Risk in Your Horse appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleWhat Type of Colic Is It?
Learn about five kinds of equine colic and their prognoses in this article excerpt from the January 2020 issue of The Horse. The post What Type of Colic Is It? appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleHow Well Do Horse Owners Recognize Colic?
According to one British study, not well enough. The post How Well Do Horse Owners Recognize Colic? appeared first on The Horse.
View ArticleHay for Horse Health
Horses with conditions such as muscle or metabolic disease might have special hay needs to stay healthy. The post Hay for Horse Health appeared first on The Horse.
View Article2019 Havemeyer Workshop Panelists Focus on Equine Colic
Veterinarians discussing the Havemeyer Workshop while at the AAEP convention covered fluid therapy, NSAID use, and more. The post 2019 Havemeyer Workshop Panelists Focus on Equine Colic appeared first...
View ArticleOld Horses Aren’t at Higher Risk of Reflux Post-Colic Surgery
Penn Vet researchers found older horses with small intestinal lesions that survive colic surgery are just as likely as younger horses to develop postoperative reflux or to survive to hospital...
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