Navicular Disease, its history, and the term’s path to obsolescence The term navicular disease has been in literature for hundreds of...

Every movement your horse makes, from grazing quietly to clearing a jump, depends on the coordinated function of its joints. Understanding how joints work gives you a clearer picture of soundness, performance, and where problems can develop.

What is thrush? Thrush is an anaerobic bacteria and fungus found in the intestinal tract of hooved animals, such as horses. “Anaerobic” means that it grows and thrives in the absence of oxygen. Once thrush gets into a horse’s foot, it attacks the frog, central sulcus, and collateral sulci. In some cases, the infection may also create secondary complications like white line separation or seedy toe , especially if poor hoof hygiene continues. Although thrush is a somewhat commo

What is a tendon A tendon is a tough, flexible band of fibrous connective tissue that connects muscle to bone. It transmits the force...

Laminitis and founder are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they refer to different stages of a progressive disease that...

NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...

NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...

As a horse owner, you've likely noticed a soft, waxy substance on your horse's hooves, especially around the coronary band, where the...

Being able to assess a horse’s conformation is an important skill for both horse owners and professionals in the equine world. Take the...