Horses health : publication
Blister beetles in alfalfa pose a serious risk to livestock due to cantharidin toxicity, especially during summer harvests. Learn how to manage infestations.
Wayne Loch
Department of Animal Sciences
Foot care is one of the most neglected horse management practices. Most lameness that impairs the usefulness of a horse can be prevented by proper foot care and reasonable management.
Foot care should be as routine as feeding and watering. It should…
The art of determining the age of horses by inspection of teeth is an old one. Visit our website to learn about determining age of horses by their teeth.
A horse’s hoof is composed of the wall, sole and frog. Read this guide to learn more about the functional anatomy of the horse foot.
Learn about common ailments and injuries in horses, so you can prevent problems and ride more.
Learn how high temperatures and humidity affect livestock, and discover strategies to mitigate heat stress during summer months.
Melvin Bradley
Department of Animal Sciences
Navicular disease is a common cause of lameness in horses, often leading to inflammation and tendon damage in the forefeet.
Guide to identifying common Missouri plants toxic to livestock, including symptoms and habitats.
Melvin Bradley
Department of Animal Sciences
Robert D. Hall and Darryl P. SandersDepartment of Entomology
Learn about splint bone conditions in horses, their causes, symptoms, and treatments for better care and management.
Any abnormal deviation in the structure or action of a horse can render it partly or completely useless. Visit our website today to learn more.
Melvin Bradley
Department of Animal Sciences
Any defect that affects serviceability is considered an unsoundness. A defect that detracts from appearance but does not impair serviceability is considered a blemish.