Horse Health
Horse Ulcers: Could a Simple Blood Test Help Diagnose EGUS?
Gastric ulcers in horses—collectively known as Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS)—are surprisingly common. Yet many owners are unaware their horse may be affected, especially since symptoms can be subtle or entirely absent. Until now, the gold standard for diagnosing horse ulcers has been a gastroscopy (endoscopy of the stomach), which allows direct visualisation of ulcerated…
Read MoreHorse Shockwave Therapy: How It Can Help Your Horse Heal Faster
If your horse is recovering from an injury, you may have heard your vet mention horse shockwave therapy. But what exactly is it, how does it work, and could it speed up your horse’s recovery? What is Horse Shockwave Therapy? Horse shockwave therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that…
Read MoreHorses: More Expressive Than We Ever Imagined!
When we think of playful animals with expressive faces, horses might not be the first to come to mind – but science says otherwise! A fascinating new study has revealed that horses use facial expressions similar to those of primates and carnivores during play, specifically an open-mouthed “play face.” This exaggerated look isn’t just random…
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