The term “bleeder” is typically attributed to horses which present with blood through the nostrils following a race or other activity involving heavy exertion. Bleeding can occur during or after...
Vitamins are organic compounds that horses require in relatively small amounts. There are two types of vitamins—fat soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins. The National Research Council’s...
Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a central nervous system (CNS) infection of horses with either of the apicomplexan protozoa Sarcocystis neurona or Neospora hughesi...
Muscle discomfort and pain as a cause of lameness and poor performance in the horse is often poorly recognized. While human athletes are readily ably to convey discomfort and pain to physicians, this...
Gastric ulcers in horses (Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome or EGUS) are caused by prolonged exposure of the gastric mucosa to gastric acids which can result in ulceration and bleeding. EGUS is most...
Lactanase helps support optimal energy release and muscle function in all classes of horses, but is widely used for performance horses. Lactanase supplies nutrients important for the formation of...
Oftentimes, procedures that are routinely accomplished in companion animals with minimal restraint require sedation or anesthesia for exotic species, whether in the veterinary small animal practice,...
Progesterone For Equines
It is critical for horse breeders and managers to understand the estrous cycle of mares. Since mares breed seasonally, the breeding of mares cannot be successfully achieved...
Powerful synthetic opiates are essential tools for capturing and handling wild animals. These drugs provide rapid and relatively long-lasting immobilization that can be completely reversed by...