Su-Per Wind Takes on Dry Coughs

Step one in managing a respiratory-tract problem is to get an accurate diagnosis. And, because the symptoms of cough, fever and mucus production overlap considerably with different issues, it’s not…

Coping with Arthritis in Horses

Arthritis is an unwelcome diagnosis for any horse, regardless of his discipline or occupation. Whether the condition appears suddenly after trauma or gradually with worsening stiffness, it means the same…

Founder Factors in Three Horses

…recently–he even collapsed several times. Diagnostic tests: Elmo’s insulin and glucose levels were normal, but his ACTH was slightly high. To confirm a diagnosis of Cushing’s disease, the vet performed…

Colonic Ulcers in Horses

…that has dealt with the problem, recognizes the symptoms and runs the right tests, or the horse may actually end up in surgery before a diagnosis is made. How’s his…

Reduce the Risk of Lyme Disease

…quite a few months later,” she says. Identifying Lyme Even when there’s good reason to suspect that a horse has Lyme disease, making a definitive diagnosis can be a long…

Diarrhea in Horses

…infiltrate the bowel. Both of these causes of diarrhea are relatively rare. Diagnosis The diagnosis of diarrhea is easy, but determining the exact cause is not. Horses with the sudden…

Horse Colic Symptoms

…horse owners. Recognize the signs of colic in horses, including horse colic symptoms, with this FREE guide?How to Help Your Horse Survive Colic: Advances in diagnosis and treatment increase your…

Ask Horse Journal: 11/06

…and the regular care he gets from a good farrier. Horse Journal Response You’ve taken the important first step of confirming the diagnosis by involving your vet and testing. We…

Get Ringbone Pain Under Control

…forces on the lower leg joints on impact. Diagnosis Early ringbone, before much of anything is even visible on X-rays, can be an extremely painful stage for the horse. Conversely,…