The Westfalen, also known as the Westphalian horse, are a light horse breed and a large warmblood. Light horse breeds generally weigh under 1,500 pounds. They are typically used as riding horses for leisure and trail riding. Is Westphalian a Read more…
This study suggests ‘narcolepsy’ of adult horses is not a neurological disorder but rather a REM-sleep deficiency due to recumbent sleep deprivation caused by illness, ethological deficits or husbandry shortcomings. How do I know if my horse has narcolepsy? What Read more…
There is not a magical nutrient that will target the hoof, but ensuring the horse is receiving adequate nutrition will often correct some hoof problems. Many horses with hoof issues, even those with adequate nutrition, will benefit from added biotin, Read more…
Helicobacter pylori is a common cause of gastritis in dogs and people. Helicobacter equorum, an equine-specific Helicobacter, has been isolated from feces of horses. However, this Helicobacter is urease negative. Does H. pylori cause horse ulcers? Helicobacter pylori infection does Read more…
In wet environmental conditions, the porous structure of the hoof acts like a sponge and will absorb moisture. This excess moisture weakens the connective tissue crosslinks that hold the tubules in place. These bonds will continue to weaken and stretch Read more…
Helicobacter pylori infection does not cause ulcers in horses, as it does in humans. What bacteria causes horse ulcers? Helicobacter equorum, an equine-specific Helicobacter, has been isolated from feces of horses. Can H. pylori cause ulcers? H. pylori bacteria It’s Read more…
Iodine is a trace mineral that is essential for normal thyroid function and metabolism in the horse. Iodine is required to synthesize the thyroid hormones T4 and T3, which regulate metabolism in every cell in the body. Can a horse Read more…
If you’re interested in a career that emphasizes hands-on work with horses, consider these roles. Equine-assisted therapist. Equine dental technician. Equine nutritionist. Equine rehabilitation therapist. Equine veterinarian. Equine veterinary technician. Horse breeder. Horse trainer. What is the highest paying job Read more…
Ocular squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most common form of eye cancer in horses. UV light exposure is a predisposing factor for ocular SCC development. Ocular SCC can cause visual impairment or blindness and can be life threatening. What Read more…
countable noun. A jockey is someone who rides a horse in a race. What do you call a person who jumps horses? Word forms: jockeys, jockeying, jockeyed. countable noun. A jockey is someone who rides a horse in a race. Read more…