The Equine Injury Database could provide valuable information towards the causes and prevention of breakdowns. It would be interesting to know exactly what information is gathered. Details such as sires, dams, and where and how a foal was raised could also provide important clues to the how and why of  breakdowns and injuries.  Though there is no scientific prove that certain bloodlines are more prone [read story]

When it comes to equine health care, a partnership between horse owners and veterinarians is a must. Equally important is staying informed about potential disease threats that may put a horse’s health at risk. That’s the reason Merial launched www.outbreak-alert.com, a free program used to notify horse owners and veterinarians about reports of equine disease throughout the country. Since June 2011, the program has provided notification [read story]

Via Scoop.it – New Mexico Horse Racing News Mr. Casner presents some compelling evidence though it is a very small sampling.  It is understood that Lasix treats but does not cure EIPH, but do trainers really understand the short term and long term side effects of continue usage of a diuretic? I am currently researching the effects of diuretics  for an article that will be [read story]