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 [...]
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? [...]
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. [...]
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.
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 [...].
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 [...].
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 [...]
Like many warm-blooded mammals, horses' temperature can rise as their immune system fights infection and/or disease. Equine fever can be a symptom of a wide range of illnesses. That's why it's vital to know how to detect the signs of fever in a horse, so you can take appropriate action.
What is animal doping? As with humans, doping does not spare animals. Although the subject is highly topical, it's not a new one - it was first raised years ago. This illegal practice is taken very seriously by the official authorities, and is even being reinforced [...].
Introduction Piroplasmosis, or equine babesiosis, is a serious parasitic disease caused by two main types of protozoa: Babesia caballi and Theileria equi. These parasites are transmitted to horses by ticks, notably of the Dermacentor and Rhipicephalus genera. Once infected, the horse may present a variety of symptoms, often difficult to distinguish from other equine diseases, [...].