Diseases
Even with advances in veterinary medicine, many diseases threaten equine health. We tell you how to protect your horse from viral diseases such as equine influenza, equine herpesvirus and rabies; bacterial diseases such as strangles and botulism; parasitic infections such as equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM); and other disorders including pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID).
Diagnosis
Field Guide to Equine Allergies
Learn the 5 most common triggers of allergic reactions in horses so you'll be better able to counter or prevent them.
Diagnosis and treatment of PPID compared
Approaches to diagnosing and managing pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) are fairly consistent around the world.
Straight Talk About Strangles
Debunk the four biggest myths about the highly contagious disease strangles. By Eliza R.L. McGraw for EQUUS magazine.
Medications and Drugs
Diagnosis and treatment of PPID compared
Approaches to diagnosing and managing pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) are fairly consistent around the world.
EQUUS Pop Quiz: Vital vitamins
Do you know which five vitamins help regulate your horse's body functions?
7 Things you may not have known about DMSO
This odiferous compound has become a common treatment for a variety of inflammatory conditions. Here are a few interesting facts about DMSO's history and action.
The Essentials of Parasite Control
Here's how to maximize your horse's deworming program. By Laurie Bonner for EQUUS magazine.
When to adjust vaccination plans
Changing circumstances may mean that your horse needs different or additional vaccinations.