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Cynthia McFarland

Cynthia McFarland is an Ocala, Fla.-based freelance writer, horse owner and avid trail rider. The author of nine books, her latest is The Horseman’s Guide to Tack and Equipment.

Niche Equine Jobs

It’s hardly unusual for horse lovers to fantasize about making a living with their favorite animals. A job as a…

2 months ago

Lyme Disease in Horses

Prevention is the best cure when it comes to Lyme disease in horses. Talk about opportunistic: The tiny tick is…

4 months ago

8 Causes of Stress in Horses

There are 8 common causes of stress in horses, but you can make changes to reduce the effects on your…

4 months ago

What is Equine Asthma?

For the horse laboring to breathe while at rest, athletic endeavors are impossible. Respiratory disease threatens quality of life for…

5 months ago

How Hot is Too Hot to Ride?

For many riders, summer brings the most time to spend in the saddle. Days are longer and horse activities abound.…

5 months ago

Enteroliths in Horses

Oysters and mollusks form pearls as a protective reaction to irritants, like a parasite or grain of sand invading their…

6 months ago

How to Clean a Horse’s Sheath

If you’ve never cleaned a horse’s sheath, you probably have questions. First and foremost, is it really necessary? And more…

8 months ago

Equine Insurance Policies

Insurance. It’s a fact of life for most adults. We insure our vehicles, homes, businesses—even our smartphones. We buy life…

8 months ago

How the Nurse Mare Industry is Changing for the Better

The nurse mare industry has been a source of controversy over the years, but practices are changing—meaning a better outlook…

9 months ago

Nutrition for Your Horse’s Temperament

You may have wondered if you can take the edge off an anxious horse or add pep to a lazy…

9 months ago