The shape and condition of a horse's teeth change as it ages. Because of this, older horses may have dental problems not usually seen in younger equines.

Is whole-body vibration (WBV) therapy helpful or harmful to horses? WBV is used for animals (including horses) to treat a range of musculoskeletal disorders

Learn about the increasing problem of drug-resistant parasites.

Understanding how horses contact one another in a show environment leads to an improved understanding of disease prevention.

What is Vibration Plate Therapy, and does it work?

While the scientific jury is still out on the efficiency of laser therapy for equines, many swear by it to speed the healing of fractures, suspensory tears, tendon injuries, osteoarthritis, and musculoskeletal injuries.

Dr. Melissa MacKinnon says that the majority of fractures referred to the hospital occur in race horses, either during a race or during high-speed training.

How a blood type conflict can prove fatal to newborn foals.

Peril in the pasture

Overweight equines certainly are considered high-risk candidates for laminitis, but horses of any breed, size, etc., can become victims of this condition.