Courtesy of Kentucky Equine Research
Kentucky Equine Research
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Incretins May Not Play a Role in Insulin Dysregulation
A study found that the drug phenylbutazone, or “bute,” decreased insulin and glucose concentrations following an oral glucose test.
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Understanding the Use of Nanotechnology in Horse Supplements
Scientists use nanotechnology to deliver vital nutrients to horses, and is often employed in the manufacture of many high-quality supplements.
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Environmental Sound Enrichment Improves Equine Welfare
Is music the path to a less-stressed life for your horse? Environmental sound enrichment, as classical music, increased serotonin levels in one study.
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Gastric Ulcer Prevalence at a Large Equine Center in China
Gastroscopic examinations of nearly 400 horses at a single equestrian center in China revealed a concerningly high rate of gastric ulcers.
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Low Thyroid Levels in PPID Horses May Not Warrant Treatment
Measuring low thyroid hormone levels in horses with PPID does not necessarily indicate the horse is truly hypothyroid and requires treatment. Learn why.
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Tall Fescue Toxicity in Mares
If pregnant mares have access to endophyte-infected tall fescue, they are likely to show signs of tall fescue toxicity.
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