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Horse Care

Porcupine Quills and Cactus Spines

Ouch! If you’ve ever had a horse come in from the pasture with a face full of porcupine quills or…

12 years ago

A Young Horse-Rescue Volunteer

  A few months ago, I took on a story assignment for a new magazine in the Horse Illustrated/Young Rider…

12 years ago

Pure Thoughts Horse and Foal Rescue

For a homeless horse, entering the realm of Pure Thoughts Horse and Foal Rescue in Loxahatchee, FL sparks a magical…

12 years ago

Ask the Vet: Turnout Time vs. Exercise

Q: My horse lives in a big pasture and runs around a lot with his friends in the winter. Does…

12 years ago

Tips for Show Day Grooming

While a shiny coat begins with proper nutrition, professional horsemen do have some tricks up their sleeves in show day…

12 years ago

Video: Yielding the Forequarters

  Loop the lead rope around the horse’s neck so that it isn’t dragging on the ground. Position yourself so…

12 years ago

No-Fail Tail Care

  Some horses are naturally gifted with a long, thick tail. If your horse has one, your chief concern is…

12 years ago

How to Bandage a Horse’s Leg

For anyone who owns a horse, it is no secret that you will more than likely encounter a wound at…

12 years ago

Ask the Vet: Exercise for Managing a Horse’s Weight

Q: I have a 15-year-old mare who is a very easy keeper. I manage her diet pretty carefully, but I’m…

12 years ago

Tips for a Fly-Free Summer

It takes an integrated, multi-step strategy to keep flies under control. By using a combination of methods, you can target…

12 years ago