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Management of horses with anhidrosis

Management of horses with anhidrosis

Anhidrosis is a serious problem that can develop in horses exercising in hot humid conditions.

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Micronutrient deficiencies in horses and how to avoid them

Micronutrient deficiencies in horses and how to avoid them

All mammals, including horses, need certain vitamins and minerals for essential body functions. These micronutrients can often only be obtained from the diet, so deficiencies can occur if nutritional requirements are not met.

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Laminitis – a right pain in the hoof

Laminitis – a right pain in the hoof

Laminitis is a painful condition in horses and ponies. It is common and frequently recurs in susceptible animals due to underlying conditions. These horses and ponies require special management to try and limit the severity and recurrence of laminitis.

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Your horse’s immune system – why it’s important and how you can boost it

Your horse’s immune system – why it’s important and how you can boost it

Your horse’s immune system is vital for fighting infections - be it a virus, bacteria, parasite or fungi. Horses with compromised immune function are more susceptible to illness, ill-thrift, and poor performance.

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What is exercise induced pulmonary haemorrhage (EIPH) in horses?

What is exercise induced pulmonary haemorrhage (EIPH) in horses?

Exercise induced pulmonary haemorrhage is a condition of the lungs that can be found in horses undertaking high-intensity exercise. It is thought to affect up to 95% of racehorses, based on the detection of blood on endoscopy post-exercise.

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Colic in horses: types of colic, symptoms and treatment

Colic in horses: types of colic, symptoms and treatment

Colic is a relatively common condition in horses, with studies showing that 4-10% of horses are diagnosed with colic every year.1 However, it is important to be aware that some types of colic are more serious than others.

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Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy Type 2 (PSSM2) & Myofibrillar Myopathy (MFM)

Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy Type 2 (PSSM2) & Myofibrillar Myopathy (MFM)

For years scientists have attempted to discover the causes of tying up in horses. One of the leading researchers in this field is Dr S Valberg.

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