Equine Parasite Control Q & A
Dr. Jeremy Frederick of the University of Minnesota answers questions about equine parasite control in this article.
University of Minnesota Equine Center
Equine Whole Body Vibration Research
Results of four whole-body vibration plate studies show little physiologic benefits, but brought forth questions about possible mental and pain relief aspects of the device.
Research: Equine Shade Preference
The objective for this study, carried out by researchers at the University of California, Davis, was to assess horse preference for shaded and unshaded areas in hot, sunny, summer weather.
Is Your Horse At Risk for EHV-1?
Equine herpesvirus type 1 (EHV‐1) is a growing concern in the horse industry. This virus can live within horses for a long period of time, perhaps even throughout their entire life, making it a common disease in the population. Up to 90% of horses are infected with EHV‐1 by the time they are 2 years old.
