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21 April 2026

Nebulisation and equine asthma management

Equine asthma is a common respiratory condition that can affect both health and performance. BreathEazy, a leading provider of respiratory technology, offers a range of resources to support vets and owners in the management of affected horses.

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Nebulisation in the management of respiratory disease

Nebulisation is an effective method of delivering prescribed medication directly to the lungs and lower airways, particularly in equine practice where it plays an important role in the management of equine asthma.
With 14% of UK horses affected by a severe form of the disease1, and even more exhibiting milder signs, nebulisation has become an essential component of respiratory care in horses. Nebulisers, such as the Flexineb®, may also be used for routine airway maintenance therapy, helping to manage affected horses between flare-ups and to minimise the impact of respiratory issues on performance.
Find out more about Nebulisation in the management of equine respiratory disease.
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Optimising equine respiratory health through routine nebulisation

Horses are uniquely limited when it comes to their respiratory health. As obligate nasal breathers, they are unable to reduce airflow resistance through mouth-breathing. Even small reductions in respiratory efficiency can impair performance and recovery.
During high-intensity exercise, when oxygen demand is high, virtually all horses experience hypoxaemia (reduced blood oxygen levels) and hypercapnia (elevated carbon dioxide levels).2 Maintaining optimal lung function is therefore essential not only for achieving peak athletic performance in competition horses, but also for supporting general health and welfare in all equines.
Explore more on how equine respiratory health can be optimised through routine nebulisation
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Everything you need to know about choosing the right respiratory therapy for use with the Flexineb®

This brochure gives you a complete overview of each formulation and provides a guide to help you choose the most appropriate solution for each case.

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Inside the Yard of a World Number One: The New Between the Reins Podcast

What does it take to produce horses that are capable of competing at the very highest level of equestrian sport?

A new podcast from BreathEazy, Between the Reins, offers listeners a fascinating insight into the management, science and horsemanship behind elite equine performance. The first episode features world number one event rider Harry Meade, equine veterinary surgeon Fiona Farmer, and BreathEazy Director and vet Jon Slattery, who together explore how to support the maintenance of high-performance horses.

The episode is available to listen to for free on Spotify and Apple music Here

When you combine good management with good science, you give horses the best possible chance to perform.

Harry Meade, world number one eventer

Explore the Flexineb® hub

Access information for both you and your clients on the Flexineb® and equine asthma, including videos, manuals, and FAQs. Visit the Flexineb® Hub.

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Downloadable guides for horse owners

Containing clear vet-approved guidance and practical tips for home care, share these fact sheets with owners to help them better understand their horse’s respiratory health.

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References

  1. Scott Pirie, R. (2018) Severe equine asthma – an overview, Equine Health 2018(39): 21-28 10.12968/live.2017.22.4.208
  2. Mazan, M. (2022) Equine exercise physiology—challenges to the respiratory system, Animal Frontiers 12(3): 15-24.  https://doi.org/10.1093/af/vfac035