Large Animals

Advancing the health of large companion animals

Morris Animal Foundation–funded studies have led to many important breakthroughs that have improved the health of horses, llamas and alpacas. Here are some of our most recent success stories for these animals.

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Researcher Puts Safety First in Quest for Vaccine
Posted February 21, 2012
When it comes to testing possible vaccines for deadly foal pneumonia, Dr. Stephen Hines makes animal safety his first priority. His recent Morris Animal Foundation–funded study explores effective immunization strategies against Rhodococcus equi.

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Researchers Try to Unravel the Mysteries of Aging in Horses
Posted November 28, 2011
While many scientists study the aging process in humans, Morris Animal Foundation is committed to finding answers to aging in animals. One investigator is learning why old age leads to the loss of muscle mass in horses.

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Study Finds that Toxins Don’t Necessarily Lead to Laminitis
Posted November 15, 2011
Laminitis is a painful disease that often leads to death in affected animals. New research looks at the role toxins play in disease development.

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Study Provides Insight into Diagnosing a Common Congenital Disease
Posted September 26, 2011
An inherited congenital disease makes it difficult for newborn llamas and alpacas to breathe. Researchers are learning how a genetic mutation for the disease mimics a similar mutation in humans.

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