Introduction Respiratory health in horses is heavily influenced by their environment. One of the most common yet underestimated factors is stable dust. Even in well-managed yards, airborne particles from hay, bedding, and general stable activity can have a significant impact on airway comfort over time. Understanding how dust affects the respiratory system is essential for maintaining long-term equine wellbeing. Stabled horse breathing issues How Dust Affects Horse Lungs Hors

Respiratory health plays a fundamental role in a horse’s comfort, performance, and overall wellbeing. Among the most common challenges faced by horse owners is equine asthma—a condition that can range from mild sensitivity to more persistent respiratory compromise. Understanding how the respiratory system functions, and how it can be supported through management and nutrition, is key to long-term equine health. What Is Equine Asthma? Equine asthma is a broad term used to desc

The Complexity of Sweet Itch Two horses can graze side by side in the same pasture. One barely reacts, while the other develops severe lesions. Why does this happen? Research in equine dermatology consistently shows that the amount of insect exposure is not the main determinant of reaction severity. Sweet itch is an immune-mediated hypersensitivity. This means it is the horse’s own immune response — not the bite itself — that drives inflammation, pruritus, and skin lesions. T