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Navicular syndrome or navicular disease is the cause for one-third of all chronic front-end lameness in horses.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics and techniques including Health, Management, Disease, Facilities, and Equipment. (PDF Format Only)
Equine exertional rhabdomyolysis, often referred to as "tying-up," is a prevalent muscular disorder in horses characterized by reluctance to move, muscle pain,
Proper nutrition during a foal’s first year is essential for healthy growth and future athletic performance.
Louisiana’s climate, characterized by high humidity and frequent rainfall, often results in muddy conditions in horse pastures.
The horse is an athlete and conformation judging must relate to performance, or way of going, and the ability of the horse to stay sound as an athlete.
Louisiana's humid climate and frequent rain can lead to hoof issues that affect a horse's comfort, soundness, and performance.
Selecting hay in Louisiana involves considering nutrition, freshness, and climate, with options like bermudagrass, bahiagrass, alfalfa, and timothy.
A review of good equine nutrition practices featuring infromation of the horse digestive system and Body Condition Score (BCS).
Feeding a senior horse can be tricky and requires a more individualized approach to maintain an appropriate body condition score.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics and techniques including Health, Management, Disease, Facilities, and Equipment.
Foals are susceptible to parasites, and while we are all deworming our horses based on fecal egg counts, this approach is not recommended for foals.
Horses: control of flies, mosquitoes, lice, ticks and bots. Livestock: horse flies, horn flies, mosquitoes, lice, ticks, cattle grubs, mites, and houseflies. Also includes recomendations for fire ant management around livestock premises and fly control.
Information regarding the management and care of horses with PSSM.
Useful information regarding safe practices for traveling with horses during warm weather.
Useful information regarding the treatment and prevention of insect bite hypersensitivity.
Commonly mistaken for a fungal disease, rain rot (dermatophilosis) is actually a bacterial infection caused by Dermatophilus congolensis.
Insects are not only a nuisance — they are also potential disease carriers. It is important to create a management plan.
Information regarding the updated equine deworming recommendations.
You can’t fully prepare for every disaster. But it’s your responsibility to care for your animals during these times. Create a plan before disaster strikes.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics and techniques including Health, Management, Disease, Facilities, and Equipment.
