Back pain in horses, also known as dorsalgia, is a common problem that can cause pain and discomfort, as well as performance problems. In this article, we'll look at the causes of back pain in horses, the symptoms to watch out for and the treatments available to help your horse [...].
It's no longer unusual for horse owners to seek to protect and improve their animal's health. Detoxification cures and draining are natural and effective approaches. However, the two processes remain distinct. Our experts will guide you through the difference between detoxification and drainage [...].
We often hear that horses sleep standing up. Is this a preconceived idea or an established fact? The reality is a little more complex than that. So, at Lore & Science, we take a look at what's true and what's false when it comes to horse sleep. Like all mammals, equines need a good night's sleep.
Why is it important to prepare your horse for competition? It's important to remember that horse racing is a physically intense event that demands a certain amount of effort from the horse. To preserve its physical and mental health, it is important to prepare the horse for the competition period. To ensure your horse's performance, you need to [...]
Gastric ulcers are a very common condition in horses. Also known as equine gastric ulcer syndrome, it is an erosion that affects the mucosa of the stomach, esophagus or first part of the small intestine (duodenum) more or less deeply. Painful, this disease can have a major impact on quality of life and [...].
Lactates and lactic acid: friends or foes of racehorses? Far from being an organic waste product, lactic acid is one of the main elements produced by muscles for energy. Lactates and lactic acid come from the action of glycolysis produced by the muscles, a natural process which transforms glycogen (a form of sugar stored in the [...]
As soon as spring arrives, flies begin to invade horses on the prairies, making their daily lives difficult. Flies, horseflies, mosquitoes and flying insects in general are naturally attracted by dirt and sweat marks on horses. Flies are mainly attracted to the horse's [...].
Allergies in horses: how to treat them? It's not always easy to diagnose allergies in horses. There can be many causes, such as plant pollen, feed or hay dust. Allergic symptoms in a horse are often associated with watery eyes, wheezing and [...].
Many of you have asked us about Sarcoid Balm and our VetSelect oral products. What are sarcoids? Unfortunately, equine sarcoids are all too common skin tumors. There are several types: flat sarcoids, verrucous sarcoids, nodular sarcoids and even sarcoids of the [...].
The immune system: 2 major types of function. The first is the action of the innate (non-programmed) immune system, which fights all types of infection without distinction. It is a set of defensive elements against infectious agents or foreign bodies. It intervenes throughout the body, including at joint level, playing a key role in the [...].
