Free Reports
A library of free, informative fact sheets, special reports and convention reports to help you manage your horse's health care needs.
Fact Sheet
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Not all fats or fatty acids are created equal; some are more beneficial than others for horses.
Special Report
12 Signs of Good Equine Health
Learn about normal equine vital signs and what they mean about your horse in this information-packed report.
Special Report
Seven Senior Horse Facts
Dr. Nancy Loving discusses the special needs of senior horses, including diet, nutrition, exercise, and more.
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Convention Report
Reproduction (AAEP Convention 2012)
Mar 22, 2013
Topics include keeping mares in foal, metabolic syndrome and pregnancy, and more.
Convention Report
Feeding Orphan Foals (AAEP Convention 2012)
Mar 21, 2013
Dr. Mary Rose Paradis discusses options and methods for feeding orphan foals.
Fact Sheet
Failure of Passive Transfer
Feb 5, 2013
Failure of passive transfer is the process by which mares pass antibodies on to their foals via the colostrum.
Fact Sheet
Rhodococcus equi
Feb 1, 2013
Rhodococcus equi is well known for its ability to cause severe pneumonia and more in young foals.
Convention Report
Ambulatory Medicine (AAEP Convention 2011)
Mar 6, 2012
Jaw fracture repair and handling foaling dystocia on the farm were tackled during the 2011 AAEP Convention.
Convention Report
2011's Top Equine Studies (AAEP Convention 2011)
Mar 6, 2012
A recap of the Top Equine Studies in 2011 from the 2011 AAEP Convention.
Convention Report
Reproduction Topics (AAEP Convention 2011)
Mar 6, 2012
Equine authorities discuss aspects of reproduction at the 2011 AAEP Convention in San Antonio, Texas.
Special Report
Genetics: What Does it All Mean?
Jan 12, 2012
Researchers are making great headway in equine genetics; here's why this is important for horse health.
Special Report
Young Horse Part 2: Six Months to 1.5 Years
Aug 22, 2011
How you manage, feed, & care for your young horse can affect his future performance and quality of life.
Special Report
Young Horse Part 3: 18-24 Months
Aug 22, 2011
Young horses are prepped for future careers; maximize their potential by preventing/correcting problems early.
Fact Sheet
Equine Herpesvirus-1
Jun 2, 2011
Equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1, rhinopneumonitis) is a highly contagious infection that is widespread.
Convention Report
AAEP 2010 Convention Complete Coverage
Mar 17, 2011
A wrap-up of the 2010 AAEP Convention, including in-depth coverage of nearly 100 presentations and sessions.
Convention Report
Respiratory Issues in Horses
Mar 17, 2011
Horse respiratory issues discussed during the 2010 AAEP Convention included PCR testing for specific diseases.
Convention Report
Rhodococcus equi Pneumonia
Mar 17, 2011
Rhodococcus equi causes pneumonia in foals that are generally between the ages of 3 weeks and 5 months.
Convention Report
Reproduction Advances
Mar 17, 2011
The many recent advances in horse reproduction were discussed during the 2010 AAEP Convention.
Convention Report
Piroplasmosis, Guttural Pouch Infection, Miscellaneous Topics
Mar 17, 2011
Topics at the 2010 AAEP Convention included piroplasmosis in horses and guttural pouch infection in foals.
Fact Sheet
Diarrhea
Feb 28, 2011
When a horse's fluid absorption is compromised, diarrhea can result.
Special Report
Young Horse Part 1: Birth to Six Months
Jan 17, 2011
Learn what you can do to transform your spindly newborn foal into the athletic adult horse of your dreams.
Fact Sheet
Feeding Broodmares
Jul 8, 2010
Proper broodmare nutrition is one of the most important contributors to a successful breeding program.
Fact Sheet
Foaling
Jul 1, 2010
Foaling: what are the considerations and helpful steps you can take to provide a normal foaling for your mare?
Fact Sheet
Ultrasonography for Horses
May 1, 2010
Equine practitioners use ultrasound machines to help diagnose a number of physical abnormalities.
Fact Sheet
Cloning Horses and Other Equids
May 1, 2010
In the equine world, cloning refers to the production of a foal that has the exact same DNA as the donor horse
Fact Sheet
Endometritis in Mares
Mar 31, 2010
Inflammation of the inner uterus lining (endometrium) can cause subfertility or infertility.
Convention Report
Neurology
Mar 17, 2010
Coverage of equine neurology topics at the 2010 American Association for Equine Practitioners Convention.
