Health

The findings of the American study showed a high prevalence of mild grades of bone disease affected cervical and upper thoracic vertebrae.

It is possible that at least some of the neuromas formed will be painful, say researchers.

Underlying insulin dysregulation has been shown to account for about 90% of all laminitis cases in some populations.

“Unhygienic practices by the owners and trainers of these horses is spreading the disease.”

Researchers from Denmark and Australia are using 3D mapping of horse hearts to learn more about atrial fibrillation, a disorder common among horses — and humans.

Dental disease is the second most common clinical problem encountered in donkeys, after disorders of the feet and has the potential to cause significant pain.

Although Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction is a very common disease more often seen in horses 15 years of age and older, it can occur in horses as young as 10.

Researchers say that horses treated with medical grade honey were more likely to heal completely with no signs of infection.

Fat on the neck crest in ponies appears to be a much better predictor of EMS than general obesity.

The study team hopes its model will be used to explore the reasons behind the major blood vessel ruptures seen in horses.

Three horse properties in Utah the latest affected by vesicular stomatitis outbreak.

Horses, deer, cattle, and antelope affected, with 18 anthrax cases reported this year.

Blood test expected to reach the market in 2020, with research ongoing for a saliva-based test.

The New Zealand Veterinary Association’s submission on proposed regulations includes its view on what equine dental technicians can undertake.

Horses owners are invited to take part in a survey, data from which will be used to expand the resources in the ground-breaking REACT colic campaign.