Horses are products of their environment and social interactions. They take in everything
around them and react accordingly, so first impressions are important. Give your new horse the
best possible homecoming experience by slowly acclimating him to his surroundings.
Lori Neagle,...
When a horse has behavior problems, it’s easy to turn to quick fixes. Instead, discovering the root causes of the unwanted behaviors is the most effective path to solutions that are more beneficial in the long run.The Speedy Horse
Excessive...
Q: My 5-year-old gelding recently came up lame, and the vet diagnosed him with a bone cyst in the right front foot, between his navicular and coffin bones. He has only been in regular work (including jumping) for the...
The years between weaning your foal and starting him under saddle at age three or four are important as they set the stage for his development into a happy, healthy adult horse. Establishing an appropriate vaccination routine with your...
If the idea of caring for 50 horses isn’t daunting enough, consider all of the expenses that come with that endeavor. Then imagine relying on an unsteady income of donations, grants and fundraising to get by.Every year, Lori Neagle,...
1. Assemble all your bath equipment at the wash rack.You’ll need:Large bucket
Equine Shampoo & Conditioner
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As horse owners we all know how accident and emergency prone horses can be. It’s almost as if they wake up each morning thinking, "How can I get myself into trouble today?” Having the knowledge and skill to handle...
The term colic, used to describe a horse experiencing acute abdominal pain, usually elicits worried responses from horse owners, and with good reason. Based on clinical signs alone, it’s often difficult to tell if a horse with colic is...
A professional body clipper since 1997, Dana Boyd-Miller is most famous for her spectacular clipping designs and patterns.
"I use stencils made of either thin cardboard, such as manila folders or cereal boxes, or mylar plastic from the craft store...
Before you invest in a stable blanket, rain sheet or turnout rug for your horse, make sure you're getting the correct size. The video below shows how to get an accurate measurement.Steps to Measure Your Horse for a Blanket...
