As veterinarians, we consider the implications of antibiotic resistance, the overall health status of the horse and the effect that antibiotics will have on the digestive system.

The process of buying a new horse is a major commitment; it involves an excess of time, emotion and money.

The incidence of colic in our horse population has not undergone a significant reduction.

Many horsemen have heard the word “colitis”used in reference to digestive problems of the horse. The definition of colitis is inflammation of the colon.

New research conducted by Dr. Scott McClure from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University has brought some new and very important information to the veterinary community regarding the length of time gastric ulcers take to develop.