Oysters and mollusks form pearls as a protective reaction to irritants, like a parasite or grain of sand invading their shells. A similar concept is at work with enterolith formation in the horse, but instead of a valuable pearl,...
Cribbing is a self-soothing behavior that involves a horse grasping a solid object, such as a fence rail, with his incisor teeth, arching his neck, and contracting his lower neck muscles while sucking in air with a grunt.Cribbing is...
Find out what items you need for a comprehensive first aid kit to handle any kind of horse emergency.A few weeks ago, my friend called me out of the blue. I thought it was odd since she usually texts....
Through the Vet Direct Safety Net Program, a Kentucky horse lover helped her veterinarian get funds to help during her financial hardship, and made sure they were available to others who might need them.
Good horse owners try to do...
If you’ve never cleaned a horse’s sheath, you probably have questions. First and foremost, is it really necessary? And more importantly, how exactly do you clean a horse's sheath?
You’ll be glad to know once-a-year sheath cleaning is sufficient for...
Insurance. It’s a fact of life for most adults. We insure our vehicles, homes, businesses—even our smartphones. We buy life and health insurance. Horses can also be insured. Equine insurance coverage policies are available for almost any horse or...
Tendon injuries are a diagnosis every equine owner dreads. Here’s what to do to ensure the best outcome in the event your horse injures a tendon.It was two days after the 4th of July when I decided to take my...
Over the years, I’ve owned multiple horses that required a grazing muzzle, including my current two. I consider myself a bit of a grazing muzzle aficionado, but as with any management tool, it’s important to stay current on updates...
Though you may not have thought much about it, botulism is a very real threat to the wellbeing of a horse. However, it is preventable with good husbandry and routine vaccination.What is Botulism in Horses?
A disease caused by a...
Horse ownership comes with incredible rewards: the thrill of a pleasure ride, the camaraderie of competition, and the deep bond formed with a beloved companion. But alongside these joys comes the never-ending responsibility of care. From daily maintenance to...
