This serious intestinal disease first recognized in 1979 is on the rise in Canada; here's what you need to know to keep your horse safe.
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Some illnesses cause hormone changes that can resemble thyroid disease, such as PPID, EMS, goiters or even benign thyroid tumours.
A new OVC study looked at the long-term effectiveness of laparoscopic surgery for nephrosplenic entrapment, a form of displacement colic.
This neurotropic virus which has fatality rates from 80–100% in horses came into the spotlight following a German dressage horse's death.
Once associated with arid climates in the western US, this infectious bacterial disease has been reported in Alberta, BC, and Ontario.
While not life-threatening, causes of this messy gastrointestinal disturbance are not known, and it is difficult to treat.
Owners say they are torn between protecting their horse’s physical health and preserving their mental well-being.
As winter approaches and many horses will be spending more time indoors, learn to recognize the often subtle signs of this condition's onset.
A study found that adding water to feed does not boost overall water intake, and a reminder of the dangers of horses eating acorns.
As winter approaches, turnout time and exercise decreases for many horses, which increases the incidence of this type of colic.
