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Horses are beautifully complex creatures with equally complex health concerns. We've made it our mission to help you better understand the companions you love. Learn how to lead them with care by exploring the articles below.

Gastric Health

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Managing Stress in Your Horse

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The Science Behind Relax Trax

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Common Stressors in Horses

Joint Health

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How a Lameness Exam Works

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Common Causes of Lameness

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Care for Older Show Horses

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The Role of Good Footing

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When to Retire a Show Horse

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Winter Osteoarthritis Care

Endocrine Health

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Clinical Signs of PPID vs. EMS

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Whole-Horse Approach to PPID

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PPID: Myth vs. Fact

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Recognizing Signs of PPID

Respiratory Health

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Equine Respiratory 101

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Managing Environmental Risks

Neurological Health

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Signs of Neurological Disease

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What to Know About EPM

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Keep Opossums Out of the Barn

Vaccines

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Improve Barn Biosecurity

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Plan Ahead to Prevent Disease

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Cost of Not Vaccinating

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What to Know About Vaccines

Dewormers

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Deworming 101

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Choosing the Right Dewormer

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Why Deworming is Important

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