Research Reports

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Researchers Compare Cheek Tooth Extraction Outcomes in Older and Younger Horses
A new study found that cheek tooth removal in geriatric horses (20 years and older) was not associated with a higher rate of complications than in younger horses.
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Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) in Donkeys
Researchers have developed a scoring system for systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) in donkeys, similar to the one used in horses.
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Joint Fluid Proteins Could Enable Early Detection of Equine Osteoarthritis
Researchers have identified key proteins in joint fluid that could improve the early diagnosis and treatment of equine osteoarthritis.
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Researchers Assess Safety and Efficacy of Canagliflozin in Horses With Insulin Dysregulation
In a recent study, the SGLT2 inhibitor canagliflozin showed promise as an adjunct treatment for reducing hyperinsulinemia in horses with insulin dysregulation.
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A New Tool for Monitoring Osteoarthritis Pain in Senior Horses
Researchers are exploring how owner observations can complement veterinary exams and improve osteoarthritis monitoring.
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New Research Offers Insights into Donkey Disease and Behavior
Research on feral donkeys in Southern California can help us better understand their domesticated relatives.
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How Are Owners Caring for Senior Horses? German Survey Offers Insights
The survey results reveal patterns in management practices and might inform future research or discussions on care strategies for older horses.
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Nutritional Management Strategies for Horses With Insulin Dysregulation
Insulin dysregulation affects many senior horses, but new research is helping owners and veterinarians proactively manage this challenging condition.
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New Vaccine Shows Promise in Protecting High-Risk Horses From Strangles
Strangvac is a subunit strangles vaccine that allows veterinarians to distinguish vaccinated from infected horses.
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How Owners and Veterinarians Recognize and Manage Chronic Pain in Senior Horses
How horse owners recognize and manage pain in horses was the subject of research in the U.K.
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Senior Horses Might Face Greater Risk for Certain Eye Conditions
Horses 16 and older might have a higher risk of developing glaucoma and a kind of superficial, chronic corneal ulcer, a new review suggests.
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Do Senior Horses Have Different Stress Responses to Short-Term Transport Than Young Horses?
Short-term transportation causes an acute stress response in horses, which is particularly relevant for seniors with metabolic disorders.
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Medical Events and Life Expectancy in PPID Horses
Researchers review what a PPID diagnosis could mean for older horses’ long-term health.
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Study: Older Horses Might Outperform Mature Horses in Showjumping
In a recent study, horses aged 14-20 obtained better showjumping competition results than those aged 8-13.
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West Nile Virus Transmission Within Mosquito Populations Poses a Risk to Horses
Research shows mosquitoes can transmit West Nile virus within their populations, underscoring the need for horse owners to control mosquito breeding areas.
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Relationships Between Senior Horses and Their Owners Influence Management Decisions
The relationships owners develop with their horses over time influence how they interpret change and make management decisions as their animals age.
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Watch for Eye Complications in Older Horses After General Anesthesia
Older horses and those undergoing longer procedures are at increased risk of corneal abrasions for 48 hours after surgery.
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Researchers Identify Risk Factors for Strangulating Lipoma Colic in Horses
Strangulating lipoma obstruction is often deadly in horses without surgical intervention. Researchers aimed to identify risk factors for this serious condition.
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Research on Senior Horse Health Offers Insights Into Best Management Practices
Discover what the latest science reveals about providing appropriate care for senior horses.
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Are We Overlooking Pain in Senior Horses? Lessons from Owner-Veterinarian Conversations
While pain is often part of owners’ underlying concern about their senior horse, it is rarely the explicit reason horses are presented to veterinarians.
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Canagliflozin Shows Promise as a Long-Term Treatment for Insulin Dysregulation in Horses
Preliminary results from an ongoing study indicate that horses treated with canagliflozin have sustained decrease in postprandial insulin responses over two years without severe side effects related to...
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Would Your Horse Prefer You Over a Stranger?
Researchers studied whether horses prefer their owners over strangers using reunion and odor tests.
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Researchers Establish New Metabolic Parameters for Mules
New research shows that mules have distinct metabolic profiles and lipid metabolism compared to horses.
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Do Equine Acoustic Ear Covers Work?
Is there any evidence that so-called acoustic ear covers effectively reduce sound?
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Clinical Signs of PPID You Might Not Know
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Understanding the Three Stages of Laminitis in Horses
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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?
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Horse Teeth by Age
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