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The Equine Nervous System
Learn the basics of the equine nervous system: how it affects behavior, health, learning, and the horse's perception of the world
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Saddle Fitting: A Beginner’s Guide
Saddle fitting is a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect of equestrianism that directly affects the comfort and performance of both...
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Navicular: The Current Consensus
Navicular Disease, its history, and the term’s path to obsolescence The term navicular disease has been in literature for hundreds of...
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The Basics of Joints With Notes on Arthritis
What is a joint A joint is a structure in the body where two or more bones meet. Joints allow for movement and provide support and...
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Thrush: What Is It, Really?
What is thrush? Thrush is an anaerobic bacteria and fungus found in the intestinal tract of hooved animals, such as horses. “Anaerobic”...
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The Deep Digital Flexor Tendon
What is a tendon A tendon is a tough, flexible band of fibrous connective tissue that connects muscle to bone. It transmits the force...
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Laminitis 103: From Laminitis to Founder
Laminitis and founder are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they refer to different stages of a progressive disease that...
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Laminitis 102: What Causes Laminitis
NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...
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Laminitis 101: What Happens During Laminitis
NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...
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What’s this stuff on my horse’s hooves? Understanding the Periople
As a horse owner, you've likely noticed a soft, waxy substance on your horse's hooves, especially around the coronary band, where the...
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The Beginner’s Guide to Equine Conformation
Being able to assess a horse’s conformation is an important skill for both horse owners and professionals in the equine world. Before we...
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