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Lymphangitis in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery

By Rudy Lynwood

Horse on a pasture seen from the side

Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that occurs below the skin. When that infection impairs the lymphatic system, it is referred to lymphangitis. Because the transport of lymph fluid occurs in just one direction, from the extremities toward the heart, lymph vessels are particularly susceptible to the effects of lymphangitis in horses. Infection can cause an increase in lymphatic fluid, which … [Read more...]

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Head Shaking Syndrome 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery

By Rudy Lynwood

brown horse seen from the front

Headshaking in horses is a stressful condition for both the animal and the rider. Even though increasingly studied, little is known about the triggers of abnormal headshaking in mounts. Subsequently, owners are becoming more desperate for information as that which is available is often not clear or is specific to a particular researcher’s area of expertise. This article is a detailed guide to head … [Read more...]

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Wobblers in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery

By Rudy Lynwood

View of a black horse running on a green field

Known by many different names, Wobblers in horses is not a singular disease, but a term that refers to many neurological ailments that can severely affect the gait and strength of a horse. Wobblers is distinguished by damage to the spinal cord and could be caused by several possibilities, including having a genetic predisposition. Although it is not connected to a specific breed of horse, it is … [Read more...]

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EHV 1 Guide: Horse Herpes Causes, Symptoms, Recovery

By Rudy Lynwood Leave a Comment

black horse behind fence

EHV 1 is one type of equine herpes virus that is common in horses around the world. This potentially serious disease comes in three forms that may cause respiratory disease, abortions, and neurologic disease. Most horse owners are familiar with EHV 1 due to several outbreaks that have led to quarantines. Unfortunately, the equine herpes virus is very contagious and may be spread horse-to-horse. It … [Read more...]

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Pigeon Fever in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery

By Rudy Lynwood

vet preparing to give horse injection

Pigeon fever in horses is a rare condition that occurs in horses in dry, hot areas and can be very contagious. This condition is not severe but if left untreated can cause adverse effects on the horse. It was labeled as a West Coast disease before but it is spreading to other parts as well. Since it is very rare and few people know much about it most people wonder what pigeon fever in horses … [Read more...]

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Osselets in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery

By Rudy Lynwood

horses quietly grazing

The word "osselet" means “little bone” in Latin. Osselets in horses is a repetitive stress injury usually associated with running and training. If left untreated, osselets in horses can lead to acute arthritis and bone growth limiting flexibility. Osselets can make it painful when the horse flexes the joint and may lead to lameness. General Information about Osselets in Horses Osselets in … [Read more...]

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Strangles in Horses 101: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

By Rudy Lynwood

veterinary checking horse for strangles

Strangles is a very contagious bacterial infection brought about by Streptococcus equi. It is usually transmitted either by horse-to-horse, humans-to-horse, or through the drinking troughs that are contaminated with nasal discharge or pus from infected horses. If a horse gets exposed to the bacteria, its immunity goes down as time goes by. When strangles attack a barn, it can end up getting … [Read more...]

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