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.…
Recognizing health problems in your horse is the first step toward treating them. For some problems, early recognition can mean…
Wounds What it is: Lacerations (cuts) and puncture wounds. Symptoms: Variable, depending on the type of wound, its severity and…
What it is: A disease of the hoof’s frog, with an accompanying secondary bacterial infection. In extreme cases it can…
Scratches, aka pastern dermatitis or “greasy heel” What it is: Inflammation of the skin on the lower legs caused by…
Rain rot, also known as dermatophilosis, is a common skin condition affecting horses, particularly in wet and humid conditions. Learn…
Navicular syndrome What it is: A degenerative condition characterized by progressive damage to the navicular bone, a small bone of…
Laminitis What it is: Laminitis in horses is an inflammation of the laminae, the structures in the foot that connect…
Lameness What it is: An abnormality of movement due to an injury or infection in one or more legs. Symptoms:…