Humans have been nailing shoes to the bottom of horses’ hooves for centuries. In Europe, cast bronze shoes were common by about 1000 AD.While barefoot is the most natural condition and is recommended whenever possible, horses often need the...
For the average horse with normal tooth development and regular oral exams, dental care is generally straightforward. Sharp enamel points are reduced, the mechanics of the mouth are evaluated and maintained, and considerations are made for performance horses (e.g....
Spring is upon us, and it’s time for your veterinarian to check in on your horse. An annual vet visit is important if you want to keep your horse happy and healthy during the coming year.
Vaccinations
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Q: It has been 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder here for weeks. Is it safe to work my horse in these temperatures, or is it bad for his lungs? Should I scale back or stop riding completely?A: I don’t...
Q: My friend told me that it’s better to keep the windows open in the barn so fresh air circulates, even in the winter. Is that still true in the middle of a polar vortex? I hate to leave...
We’ve all seen trail-string horses tied to a hitching rail with their legs cocked and heads nodding in the sunshine—no anxious behavior or antics.
How did they learn to stand so calmly? There are a number of ways to...
It’s a sight that any horse person can appreciate: a group of horses grazing together or relaxing in a group beneath the cool shade of a tree. Horses are, after all, herd animals, so they are most at home...
Your horse has had a nice rest over the winter months and you’re ready to put him back into steady work. Finally, birds are singing, grass is growing and the spring thaw is well underway. It’s time to get...
Dr. Lydia Gray is the Medical Director and Staff Veterinarian for SmartPak Equine in Plymouth, MA, where she directs the research and development of products and provides horse health and nutrition education to a wide variety of audiences.Dr. Gray’s...
Combined driver Sterling Graburn saw the nutritional benefits of feeding Alltech's LifeForce, a yeast-based supplement, to Ulano as the pair prepared for the 2012 World Single Horse Driving Championships. Photo: Pics of YouHorse owners are always looking for the...
