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Exercise’s Effects on Respiratory Pathogen Detection in Healthy Horses

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Researchers investigated the role of exercise in detecting selected respiratory pathogens, using nose wipes collected from healthy performance horses before and after exercise.

Read the full article at: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/disease/exercises-effects-on-respiratory-pathogen-detection-in-healthy-horses/

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All the articles you have come to love in EquiManagement Magazine are now available in this podcast for free. Each article is released as its own separate episode to make them quick and easy to listen to. EquiManagement always has the latest insights on equine health, veterinary practice management, and veterinarian wellness.

How to Manage Surgical Site Infections in Colic Patients

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600

Dr. Jesse Tyma describes her process of diagnosing and managing surgical site infections in horses that undergo colic surgery.

Read the full article at: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/how-to-manage-surgical-site-infections-in-colic-patients/

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How to Plan a Ridden Rehabilitation Program

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Rehabilitation exercises are important elements in restoring a horse to its former athletic capabilities. At the 2025 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention in Denver, Colorado, Hilary Clayton, BVMS, PhD, DACVSMR, FRCVS, from Michigan State University, described the process of reintroducing ridden work and building up a horse’s workload to restore fitness.

Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/sports-medicine/how-to-plan-a-ridden-rehabilitation-program-for-horses/

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4 Take-Homes From the 2025 AAEP Kester News Hour

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600

These standout studies focused on long-term firocoxib use, headshaking, and pergolide treatment. Read the entire article at: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/research/4-take-homes-from-the-2025-aaep-kester-news-hour/.

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Therapeutic Exercises for Horses With Topline Dysfunction

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Common causes of topline dysfunction in horses and how to evaluate and address them.

Read the article: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/sports-medicine/therapeutic-exercises-for-horses-with-topline-dysfunction/

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Performance Horse Ethics for Early-Career Veterinarians

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0600

Ethical challenges in sport horse medicine can be especially difficult for early-career veterinarians to navigate. A panel at the 2025 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention presented four common scenarios and how to handle them.

Read the full article: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/client-management/performance-horse-ethics-guiding-the-next-generation/

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A Comparison of Cryotherapy Techniques to Treat Laminitis

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0600

In a recent study, researchers evaluated three cryotherapy techniques for achieving a target hoof temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Read the article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/research/a-comparison-of-cryotherapy-techniques-to-treat-laminitis/

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Horse Handling Techniques for Safer Nerve Blocks

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Learn how to use positive approaches and minimally aversive methods when performing nerve blocks to benefit both horse and veterinarian. Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/horse-handling-techniques-for-safer-nerve-blocks/

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How to Manage Horse Owner Expectations About Fracture Repair

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0600

A realistic outlook is an essential part of fracture treatment, and the veterinarian has the power to shape the owner’s expectations one way or the other.

Read the full story here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/sports-medicine/how-to-manage-horse-owner-expectations-about-fracture-repair/

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Diagnosing Unusual Causes of Corneal Ulcers in Horses

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0600

How to determine the underlying cause of nonhealing or recurrent ulcers, including fungal keratitis, fungal stromal abscess, burdock keratitis, endotheliitis, and eosinophilic keratitis. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/treatments-medications/diagnosing-unusual-causes-of-corneal-ulcers-in-horses/.

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Advances in Stallion and Mare Fertility

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Unlike other livestock species, such as cattle, horses intended for breeding purposes aren’t typically selected based on their reproductive skills. Instead, they’re bred for performance parameters, conformation, and pedigree. Thus, fertility issues can easily arise, making the process of breeding, via natural cover or artificial insemination, frustrating.

We discuss the results of three recent studies on subfertility in both mares and stallions.

Read the full article: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/reproduction/advances-in-stallion-and-mare-fertility/

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The Latest Research on Equine Placentitis

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0600

The latest advice when it comes to diagnosing and managing this challenging cause of pregnancy loss in horses. Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/reproduction/research-spotlight-equine-placentitis/

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Preventing Incisional Infections Following Colic Surgery

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Postoperative incisional infections can become persistent problems that negatively affect a colic patient’s outcome more often than nonsurvival. This article highlights the prevalence of incisional infections, contributing factors, antimicrobial stewardship, and steps surgeons are taking to minimize them. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/preventing-incisional-infections-following-colic-surgery/.

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Treatment Outcomes for Perianal Melanoma Removal in Horses

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Researchers evaluated the efficacy and outcomes of complete surgical excision of perianal melanomas from 59 horses.

Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/research/treatment-outcomes-for-perianal-melanoma-removal-in-horses/

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Setting Rational Fees for Equine Veterinary Care

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600

Learn how to determine what your veterinary services are worth so you can set fees that adequately cover your financial costs. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/business-development/financial/setting-rational-fees-for-veterinary-care/.

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Rehabilitating Equine Soft Tissue Injuries

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600

We’ve consulted sports medicine specialists and reviewed the literature to obtain the most up-to-date guidelines specific to soft tissue rehabilitation in equine athletes.

Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/lameness/rehabilitating-equine-soft-tissue-injuries/

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Equine Stallside Testing: Elevating Patient Care

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Learn about validated point-of-care testing to achieve real-time diagnoses and how it benefits your equine patients. Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/disease/equine-stallside-testing-elevating-patient-care/

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Updates on SGLT2 Inhibitors for Horses

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0600

SGLT2 inhibitors have a multitude of beneficial effects on horses with equine metabolic syndrome.

Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/research/updates-on-sglt2-inhibitors-for-horses/.

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Developing Horses’ Core Fitness

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0600

Get science-based recommendations for developing horses’ core stabilizers to prevent injury and maximize performance. Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/sports-medicine/developing-horses-core-fitness/

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Antimicrobial Stewardship With Honey

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Exploring the antimicrobial properties of honey for wounds and synovial structures.

Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/treatments-medications/antimicrobial-stewardship-with-honey/

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New Opinions Regarding Free Fecal Water Syndrome

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Free fecal water syndrome might indicate that all is not well with the horse. Learn about the potential underlying causes of this condition. Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/disease/new-opinions-regarding-free-fecal-water-syndrome.

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Injury Risk and Prevalence in Equine Practice

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600

In February 2018, EquiManagement conducted an online survey to assess injuries to equine veterinarians. Four hundred sixty-six (466) respondents completed the 19-question survey. To follow up on the prevalence of getting hurt on the job, we conducted a similar survey in June 2025 of members of the Facebook group Equine Vet-2-Vet and received responses from 183 equine veterinarians.

Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/vet-wellness/injury-risk-and-prevalence-in-equine-practice/.

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Navigating Pregnancy in Equine Practice

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Equine veterinarians share how they’ve navigated pregnancy and maternity leave in a demanding field. In this article, we review their experiences to get a better understanding of how practices can improve policies surrounding pregnancy and maternity leave for equine vets. Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/vet-wellness/navigating-pregnancy-in-equine-practice/.

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Working With Different Personalities in Equine Practice

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0600

How to interact with and lead an equine practice team with different communication and work styles.

Read the full article here: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/office-management/working-with-different-personalities-in-equine-practice/

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Tides of Change: Equine Veterinarian Retention

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Although the last several years have seen many efforts to increase the sustainability of equine practice, many veterinarians in the trenches are not feeling much change. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/industry/tides-of-change-equine-veterinarian-retention/.

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Should I Buy This Piece of Veterinary Equipment?

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Diagnostic tests and veterinary equipment are advancing rapidly and offering practitioners unparalleled insights into equine structures and pathologies. Here's what to consider before making a major purchase and how to determine its cost per use.

Read the article here: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/financial/should-i-buy-this-piece-of-equipment/

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Ergonomics for Equine Veterinarians

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0600

The daily work of equine veterinary teams is filled with high physical demands. Learn about design considerations for employee safety and injury prevention in an equine hospital. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/business-development/facilities/ergonomics-for-equine-veterinarians/.

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Autologous Conditioned Serum/IRAP—Help or Hype?

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0600

What we currently know (and don’t know) about the orthobiologic ACS.

Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/sports-medicine/autologous-conditioned-serum-irap-help-or-hype/

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Neonatal Foal Care: When to Start and When to Stop

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Equine practitioners often want to do everything possible to save a horse's life, but some conditions yield poor outcomes for sick foals. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/neonatal-foal-care-when-to-start-and-when-to-stop/.

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The Complexities of Rural Equine Practice

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Inside the challenges, trade-offs, and realities of practicing equine medicine in remote areas.

Read more here: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/the-complexities-of-rural-equine-practice/

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Update on Thoroughbred Racehorse Safety Initiatives

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Learn how implementing wearable sensors, PET scanning, and pre- and post-entry screening can improve racehorse safety. Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/update-thoroughbred-racehorse-safety-initiatives/.

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Managing Equine Asthma

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Evidence-based approaches to help veterinarians care for horses with equine asthma.

Read more at https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/research/research-spotlight-managing-equine-asthma/.

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The Basics of Negotiation for Equine Veterinarians

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Understanding the different types of negotiation and tactics involved can help you reach desirable outcomes in your professional and personal lives.

Read the full article at https://equimanagement.com/business-development/the-basics-of-negotiation-for-equine-veterinarians/.

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Initiating Payment at Time of Service in Equine Practice

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0600

Adopting a payment at time of service policy in your equine practice will improve cash flow, reduce accounts receivable, and boost your practice's overall financial health.

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How Vet Tech Development Enhances Your Equine Practice

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0600

With open communication and skills development, veterinarians and practices can further benefit from their vet techs. To read this article, visit https://equimanagement.com/business-development/how-vet-tech-development-enhances-your-equine-practice/.

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Concepts in Cleanability for Equine Practices

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0600

When we examine the qualities of a safe and efficient equine veterinary space, the focus quickly narrows to cleanability. The more time your team spends cleaning, the less time they spend doing money-making or value-added work. Here, we will explore concepts in cleaning, focusing on the interrelated goals of safety and efficiency.

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Practical Uses of Serum Amyloid A in Horses

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Get rationale and tips for using SAA in a clinical setting.

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Creating a Strategic Plan for Practice Growth

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0600

Equine practices need a strategy for the future that outlines the business's overall goals and the steps necessary to achieve them.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/creating-a-strategic-plan-for-practice-growth/

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Building a Mobile Defense: Biosecurity Plans for Ambulatory Equine Veterinarians

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Biosecurity plans aren’t just for hospitals and events—here’s why every ambulatory equine veterinarian needs one too.

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Beyond the Bale: Equine Hay Analysis

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0600

How veterinarians can use forage analysis to guide their clients’ feeding strategies and maximize equine health.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/nutrition/beyond-the-bale-equine-hay-analysis/

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The Corporatization of Equine Practice

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0600

Over the past decade, large corporate entities have been purchasing equine practices at an accelerating rate. Has this change benefitted veterinarians and their clients? We aimed to find out.

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The State of Sport Horse Welfare

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0600

Learn about the public perceptions and ethical dilemmas surrounding equine sport and how veterinarians can help change the narrative.

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EHV-1: Panic, Preparation, and Poise

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0600

The bad news: EHV-1 is everywhere, and incidents of disease are reported with relative frequency. But the good news? Most horses aren’t getting sick, even after going to horse shows. Daily temperature monitoring is key to detecting and containing EHV-1.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/disease/ehv-1-panic-preparation-and-poise/

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Harnessing the Power of AI in Equine Practice

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0600

Machine learning and artificial intelligence are transforming every industry, including equine veterinary medicine. Discover how veterinarians and researchers are using artificial intelligence to diagnose and treat horses.

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Understanding the Next Generation of Equine Veterinarians

Tue, 27 May 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Equine practices are well-positioned to attract Gen Z if they can provide a culture that allows the entire team to thrive.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/understanding-the-next-generation-of-veterinarians/

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Is West Nile Virus Still Relevant in Equine Practice?

Tue, 20 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Learn about the latest research and data surrounding this vector-borne disease—the true prevalence of which is likely underreported.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/disease/is-west-nile-virus-still-relevant-in-equine-practice/

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The Subtle Signs of Leaky Gut Syndrome in Horses

Tue, 13 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

While leaky gut syndrome isn’t a frequent topic of discussion when addressing hindgut issues, it can negatively affect horses’ long-term health and welfare. Here, we explore the effects of this hindgut disease.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/disease/the-subtle-signs-of-leaky-gut-syndrome-in-horses/

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Where We Are With Orthobiologics

Tue, 06 May 2025 09:00:00 -0600

During the Milne Lecture at the 2024 American Association of Equine Practitioner’s Convention, Dr. Lisa Fortier entertained the audience with her journey from the whispers of the regenerative medicine concept to the widespread clinical application of orthobiologics for restoring biological function in horses.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/research-medical/treatments-medications/from-a-whisper-to-a-bang-where-we-are-with-orthobiologics/

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2024 AAEP Convention Research Highlights

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

In this AAEP Convention recap, we share top takehomes from studies on topics ranging from equine gastric glandular disease to vitamin E levels.

Link: https://equimanagement.com/2024-aaep-convention-medical-coverage/2024-aaep-convention-research-highlights/

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2024 AAEP Convention Business Highlights

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

In this AAEP Convention recap, we share the top take-homes from the Business News Hour, plus the latest developments in demographics, compensation, corporatization, veterinary retention, and more.

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6 Ways to Improve Profitability

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Veterinary practices can quickly stray from the path to profitability if they have excessive expenses or problems producing or collecting revenue. Here are six tips for making your equine veterinary practice more profitable.

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Starting Your Own Equine Practice

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, prefer to plot your own path, and desire to reap the profits of your hard work, starting your own equine practice will hold great appeal. Learn about four steps to get your clinic up and running smoothly.

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The Equine Practitioners Mid Career Crunch

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Veterinarians in their second decade of practice face challenges ranging from personal losses and family conflicts to financial strains and burnout.

Learn how to care of yourself physically and mentally through all these stresses.

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