Day in and day out, your horse eats the same thing. Boring… yes. Unbalanced… definitely. You’d like to add some…
Exercise In general, horses that are properly fed are more likely to be too fat than too thin. If you…
Digestion The digestive system of a horse works very differently from that of a human. Food passes quickly through a…
Concentrates Concentrates are grain mixtures formulated specifically for horses as a concentrated source of energy (calories). They provide much more…
Vital Signs Knowing how a healthy horse looks and acts can help you catch illnesses and injuries early. Here’s a…
Vaccinations Vaccinations can save your horse’s life by protecting him from various diseases. The American Association of Equine Practitioners recommends…
Q: I purchased my horse about a year ago, and he seemed to be perfectly healthy at the time. But…
Owners who board their horses can take steps to ensure their horses are protected from parasite infestation. Photo: Leslie Potter…
Beet Pulp Beet pulp is a high-fiber roughage source that is easily digested by horses. Since it is purchased in…
Alfalfa Abundant in protein and calcium, alfalfa is a good source of forage for young, growing horses and lactating mares.…