Have you ever heard of borreliosis? These infections, the best-known of which is Lyme disease, can affect dogs and horses as well as humans. They are caused by a bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted by infected ticks. Borreliosis can be [...]
Dreaded by all owners, colic is the leading cause of death in horses. The term refers to abdominal pain that can be caused by a variety of factors, from diet and exercise to parasites and disease. Horse colic is a common health problem in horses.
Tendon disorders are common in horses. Tendonitis is one of them, and occurs when the collagen fibers that make up the tendon undergo a partial or complete rupture. Common in sport horses in particular, tendonitis can affect all equines. Painful and taking a long time to heal, they require [...]
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 [...].
