Health Topics

Health Topics

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome

Gastric, or stomach, ulcers are sores that form on the stomach lining. They are common in horses and treatment should include management modifications.

Equine Infectious Anemia

Equine infectious anemia is a viral disease transmitted by flies and equipment. There is no vaccine or treatment. A Coggins test determines if a horse has EIA.

Equine influenza (flu)

Equine influenza is a highly contagious respiratory disease of horses caused by subtypes of the influenza A virus.

Equine Metabolic Syndrome

Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) is a disorder associated with inappropriate blood insulin levels and increased fat deposition.

Equine Microchips

Microchips are small, safe, inexpensive forms of permanent identification.

Equine Motor Neuron Disease (EMND)

Equine motor neuron disease (EMND) typically occurs in older horses that have been vitamin E deficient for more than 18 months.

Equine Nebulizers

Nebulizers deliver a specific dose of medication in liquid form directly into the airways for rapid effects.

Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM)

Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis is a debilitating disease. It is caused by the protozoal parasites Sarcocystis neurona and Neospora hughesi.

Equine Recurrent Uveitis

Equine recurrent uveitis (ERU), or moon blindness, is the most common cause of blindness in horses worldwide. It is characterized by inflammation of the eye.

Equine Rhinitis Viruses

Equine rhinitis viruses are highly prevalent and can cause disease that is indistinguishable from other respiratory pathogens.