Nancy Zacks, MS
Nancy Zacks holds an M.S. in Science Journalism from the Boston University College of Communication. She grew up in suburban Philadelphia where she learned to ride over fields and fences in nearby Malvern, Pa. When not writing, she enjoys riding at an eventing barn, drawing and painting horses, volunteering at a therapeutic riding program, and walking with Lilly, her black Labrador Retriever.
Articles by Nancy Zacks
Genetic Basis for Establishment of EAV Carrier State
March 22, 2013
New research suggests genetic factors play a role in determining stallion susceptibility to EAV infection. Read More
Vet Science Grad Program Unites Passion for Science, Horses
October 05, 2012
Graduate students are uniquely positioned for immersion in research that will advance horse health knowledge. Read More
Study: Nanoparticles to Deliver Therapy for Heaves in Horses
April 28, 2012
Study of horses with allergies showed a partial remission of allergy signs with nanoparticle administration Read More
<i>Taylorella</i> Genome Sequence Furthers CEM Comprehension
April 15, 2012
The genome of Taylorella equigenitalis, the causative agent of contagious equine metritis, has been sequenced. Read More
Molecular Monitoring of Equine Joint Homeostasis
February 22, 2012
It's beneficial to look at biomarkers that reflect changes in cartilage as well as the joint capsule and bone. Read More
Saddle Pads: Best Shock Absorber Identified in Study
August 02, 2011
Researchers recently examined what saddle pad material is best suited for reducing equine back pressure. Read More
Respiratory Disease Surveillance Study: Two-Year Results
July 26, 2011
The most common equine respiratory disease signs were nasal discharge, fever, depression, and coughing. Read More
The High-Tech Vet
July 01, 2011
Today, equine veterinarians can diagnose and treat disease with more speed and certainty than ever thanks Read More
Does a Horse's Work Affect His Personality?
June 03, 2011
Does a horse's daily job affect his or her personality? A a group of French researchers recently used ethology Read More
Do Horses Recognize Their People?
May 02, 2011
Does a horse respond differently to "his person" as opposed to a stranger? The results of a recent French study indicate that horses use auditory and visual information to recognize specific people, and that they expect certain behaviors from those Read More
Vaccinating Pregnant Mares for Equine Viral Arteritis
April 24, 2011
In the event of an equine viral arteritis (EVA) outbreak, is it safe to vaccinate your pregnant mare so she develops the immunity she needs to prevent infection and resulting abortion? The results of a recent collaborative study completed by Read More
Horse Reproduction Trends And Tools
December 01, 2010
Whether reproduction occurs through natural breeding or artificial insemination, techniques and tools exist to help mare and stallion owners achieve their final goal: a complication-free conception, a problem-free pregnancy, and a healthy foal. Read More
Feeding the Immune System: Nutrient Support for Horses
May 01, 2010
Both humans and horses must consume nutrients to support all body systems, including the immune system. But how do we know which nutrients support the immune system? Read More
Fracture Types and Treatments
April 01, 2010
Of all the emergencies requiring veterinary intervention, a fracture requires some of the most intensive medical attention--from first aid, to repair, and, finally, to rehabilitation and recovery. Read More
TheHorse.com en Español: Caballos Reaccionan al Latido Cardiaco del Humano
September 01, 2009
This is one of a series of articles translated as part of our partnership with A Caballo, an equine publication based in Mexico, and Jorge Murga, DVM. Kee Read More
Study: Rein Modifiers Helpful for Novice Riding Lessons
July 13, 2009
A training martingale--a piece of equipment with rings on either side of the horse's neck to stabilize rein position--might provide a more comfortable experience for lesson horses in novice riding programs.
In a study at Michigan State Read More
Horses React to Human Heart Rates, Study Finds
July 01, 2009
An increase in a human's heart rate affects the heart rate of the horse they are leading or riding, researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences recently reported.
Linda Keeling, PhD, and colleagues tested horses and riders t Read More
'Soapy' Protein in Horse Sweat Evolved to Dissipate Heat
June 11, 2009
Latherin, a soaplike protein in horse sweat and saliva, helps spread sweat over the coat, maximizing evaporation of water for heat loss, and causing the foam that we see when horses sweat profusely. Latherin is also found in saliva, which might Read More
ACVIM Releases EHV-1 Consensus Statement
June 03, 2009
The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine has released its consensus statement on equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). According to the Read More
Uneven Feet in Sport Horses Related to Other Conformation Traits
May 29, 2009
Researchers examined the effects of uneven feet on equine performance and linked this to other faults. Read More
Researchers Examine Effects of Rider Stability
May 22, 2009
Austrian researchers have reported that the stability of a rider’s seat affects the forces acting on a horse’s back. Using an electronic pressure mat placed under a dressage saddle, scientists with the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna’s Read More
Human Strain of <i>Clostridium Difficile</i> Reported in Quarter Horse
May 13, 2009
The same strain of Clostridium difficile that causes illness and death in human hospitals was reported in a 14-year-old Quarter Horse, according to a paper published in May issue of the Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation. Read More
Researchers Work to Better Diagnose, Treat Neurologic Herpesvirus
May 05, 2009
In their efforts to understand how equine herpesvirus-1 myeloencephalopathy (EHM) works, researchers are discovering better ways to diagnose, treat, and prevent the spread of the disease. In a review paper published in The Veterinary Read More
