Kissing spines (also known as spinous process impingement or overriding dorsal spinous processes) is a condition that is gaining increasing attention among horse owners and within the equine industry. So, what exactly is kissing spines, what causes it, and what can we do about it?

Read Part 2 of our series on equine joint supplements reviewing the common ingredients found within joint supplements. Find out which ingredients are backed by scientific evidence, and if can they really do what the marketing says!

Osteoarthritis is one of the leading causes of lameness in horses, and is dreaded by horse owners and veterinarians alike. The market is flooded with joint supplements which claim to treat, prevent and relieve symptoms of arthritis in horses, and are hugely profitable for manufacturers as horse owners spend hundreds of dollars a year in supplements for their horses. But what does the research say about the ingredients used in these supplements? Is there any evidence to justify their use? And can they really do what the companies say?

We all know that horses do a lot of work to carry the rider and perform their individual disciplines! But did you know that just like humans - horses can have poor technique, recruit incorrect muscle groups, fatigue, and have poor mobility and core strength? This article describes the exercises to help your horse be stronger and more supple!

Saddle fit is one of the most hotly contested topics in the equine industry at present. It is an incredibly common issue affecting ridden horses, and yet is still quite poorly understood by horse owners. This article is intended to introduce some basic concepts behind saddle fit, including the relevance to the horse’s anatomy, and how to use this knowledge to assess if your saddle is suited to your horse.

Osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease is one of the most commonly occurring conditions in the modern sport horse, responsible for over 60% of lameness in horses (McIlwraith et al., 2012.) This article addresses how osteoarthritis occurs, the common locations in the horse’s body in which it occurs, and treatment options available to treat it.

There has been an increase in research into the equine neck over the last few years, leading to an increased clinician-focus on pain originating from this region. This article will explore a few of the conditions that we are starting to observe as equine clinicians.

Everyone knows that humans can get asthma, but did you know that horses can get it too? Read on to find out more about asthma in horses - including how we diagnose, treat and manage asthmatic horses.

A blog post on euthanasia, including some of the key reasons to consider euthanasia of your horse.

Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) is one of the most frequently studied medical conditions occurring in horses over the last 5 years.

So what is EMS, what causes it, how does it cause laminitis, and what is the latest in available treatments? Read on to find out.

An opinion piece on Making and Monitoring Progress with your horse - how to notice the little things, and not let comparison be the thief of your joy

What is Animal Biomechanical Medicine (ABM), and what is Biomechanical Dysfunction? How does Biomechanical Medicine work, and what sort of treatments does it involve? Would your horse benefit from Biomechanical Medicine? Read on to find out.

What are the latest updates in our understanding of equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS), what are the predisposing factors, what is the prevalence, and what are the latest updates in treatments?

What are Omega-3's and how do they benefit the horse?

Are you supplementing your horse for Omega-3's with a plant-based (e.g. Linseed) or fish-based source? Why does it matter?

Most West Australian horse owners know all about our sandy soils, and how this predisposes horses to sand impaction colic.

But why does this happen? And does the traditional “oil drench” actually do anything? How can we help to prevent sand accumulation? Read on to find out.

Most horse owners have heard of Equine Cushings’ Syndrome, with the same image coming to mind - the hairy, overweight old pony. But did you know that this disease can affect many senior horses and ponies, and that being hairy is just one of many symptoms?