http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/default.aspxA special section of <em>The Blood-Horse</em> magazine that showcases products and services for the Thoroughbred industry. For advertising information, <a href="http://www.bloodhorse.com/mediakit/pdf/TradeZone_EarlyPromo_2012.pdf" target="_blank">click here. </a> enCommunityServer 2007.1 (Build: 20917.1142)http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650719.aspxWed, 15 Apr 2026 17:41:46 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650719Michelle Benson0Studies show early detection of hoof issues could lead to more favorable outcomes<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>ONE OF THE staples of equine health care pertains to the hoof. No matter what stage of life a horse is in, quality hoof care is important.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650718.aspxMon, 16 Mar 2026 01:58:45 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650718Michelle Benson0Use of tongue ties and nosebands are studied<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>RACEHORSES RELY ON good respiratory health to be able to perform at the peak of their abilities. It is why endoscope results can influence owners, trainers, and buyers alike.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650717.aspxTue, 17 Feb 2026 21:29:38 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650717Michelle Benson0A major part of a horse&#39;s diet, not all hay is created equal<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>IT IS WELL known that horses are grazing animals. Scientifically speaking, they are non-ruminant herbivores, which means they are plant eaters with a single-chambered stomach.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650711.aspxSun, 18 Jan 2026 23:54:41 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650711Michelle Benson0Studies reveal insight to dietary care for foals, before and after birth<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>YOU ARE WHAT you eat applies to more than just humans. A broodmare&#39;s diet is important as she goes along in her pregnancy, and the impact of those choices carry through to the resulting foal as well.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650710.aspxWed, 17 Dec 2025 19:09:37 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650710Michelle Benson0Artificial lighting and its use with broodmares<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>PUTTING BROODMARES UNDER lights is far from a new concept. However, understanding the science behind it can help those in charge of mares to do so more effectively.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650704.aspxMon, 24 Nov 2025 18:31:58 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650704Michelle Benson0Early diagnosis is key in detecting joint issues<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>KEEPING A HORSE sound is a priority. For such a simple concept, it can be hard to execute based on a number of factors.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650703.aspxSun, 21 Sep 2025 23:56:05 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650703Michelle Benson0Pay mind to vaccination scheduling<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>BUDGETING FOR VACCINES is a cornerstone of basic horse husbandry, no matter what career a horse may have.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650672.aspxWed, 16 Jul 2025 18:14:04 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650672Michelle Benson0The study of intestinal microbiota in equines is a growing field<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>KEEPING A RACEHORSE in peak health is a multifaceted task, and a critical component to both potential athletic performance and overall well-being is a horse&#39;s gut health.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650658.aspxWed, 18 Jun 2025 17:58:02 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650658Michelle Benson0EPM mimics other neurological diseases<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>WHEN IT COMES to neurologic diseases in horses, three specific letters strike fear into the hearts of equine caregivers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650645.aspxWed, 14 May 2025 17:18:01 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650645Michelle Benson0Diet and dental care are cornerstones to keeping aging horses healthy<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>HAPPILY, HORSES ARE living longer than ever these days. However, the effects of aging are something that cannot be avoided as the years go by.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650632.aspxTue, 29 Apr 2025 20:56:41 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650632Michelle Benson0Up to 80% of Thoroughbreds have asthma<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>GIVEN THAT THOROUGHBREDS are born to run, it should come as no surprise that their respiratory health is a high priority throughout their careers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650607.aspxSat, 15 Mar 2025 21:00:36 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650607Michelle Benson0Breathe Easier<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>THROUGHOUT A HORSE&#39;S lifecycle, specific nutritional needs can vary greatly depending on what the expectations are for each equine.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650583.aspxWed, 12 Feb 2025 21:01:55 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650583Michelle Benson0Complementary and Alternative, and Integrative Veterinary Medicine<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>KEEPING HORSES FEELING their best, especially ones pursuing athletic endeavors, is the goal of many.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650549.aspxWed, 18 Dec 2024 23:13:30 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650549Michelle Benson0Giving broodmares the best chance of succeeding<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>HAVING A BROODMARE safely maintain her pregnancy until it is time to deliver a hale and hearty foal is a straightforward goal that is not always easy to achieve.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>http://cs.bloodhorse.com/files/folders/trade-zone/entry650546.aspxWed, 18 Dec 2024 22:42:35 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:650546Michelle Benson0The importance of joint health<br /><p><i>by Amanda Duckworth<br /></i></p><p>EQUINES ARE COMPLEX creatures. Horses used for sport, especially, rely on healthy joints to be able to perform at their peak.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><b>Download this week&#39;s Health Zone to continue reading.</b>