EMS or equine metabolic syndrome and the pancreas
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horse advice, Health Topics

The Pancreas: Exercise Capacity, Metabolic Syndrome and Ulcers, vast physiological implications. An endocrine and exocrine gland, the pancreas is the origin of all our cells. Embryology or the origins of what we are For all mammals, it's the same thing! The first-stage embryo consists of just five pancreatic cells. [...]

Fertility and heat in mares: understanding and support
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horse advice, Health Topics

The mare's reproductive cycle is complex, characterized by periods of heat (estrus) and non-heat (diestrus). Understanding the mare's reproductive cycle and knowing how to accompany her heat can play a crucial role in her well-being. Lore & Science tells you all you need to know about heat.

Stressed horse? Origins, symptoms, prevention and care
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horse advice, Health Topics

Stress in horses is a physical and behavioral response to stressful stimuli, whether external or internal. It can be triggered by a variety of factors, including changes in the environment, transportation or health problems such as chronic pain. Generally speaking, horses are animals that love [...]

Understanding, preventing and treating navicular syndrome in horses
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horse advice, Health Topics

Among the conditions that can affect horses, navicular syndrome is a major concern for owners and riders alike. Lore & Science tells you all about navicular syndrome: its causes, its symptoms, and the different approaches to preventing and treating it. What is navicular syndrome in horses? [...]

Parvovirus and gastroenteritis in dogs: symptoms, treatment and prevention
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Dog Tips, Health Topics

Diseases affecting a dog's digestive system are dreaded and feared by owners. Parvovirus and gastroenteritis are two diseases that affect dogs' gastrointestinal systems, and can have serious consequences if not diagnosed and treated quickly. The Lore & Science specialists explain in detail the [...]