Your horse is lame, but with no obvious signs of injury to the leg, so you call your farrier in to look him over. The farrier asks you on the phone when you make the appointment whether the lameness...
Q: I own two off-track Thoroughbreds that live at home. I have been considering self-vaccination for my mare and gelding. Can you share with me pros and cons of not having my veterinarian do this task? A: Believe me, I...
A horse’s digestive system is very different from a human’s. Horses are hindgut fermenters, which means the bulk of their digestion happens in the large intestine. Forage is key to keeping this part of the system moving. Even horses...
Q: I have a 12-year-old Quarter Horse mare. She is very healthy but her teeth appear dirty. I have my three dogs' teeth cleaned because their vet said it's important to their health. I've asked my vet about cleaning...
One of the joys of owning a horse is the ability to explore new places, attend riding clinics, and show off your horse’s talent at events and competitions. All of these adventures usually require hauling a horse off the...
Q: My horse recently had a bout of colic. He recovered fully, but I’ve been told that once a horse colics, he’s more likely to colic again. Is that true? And if so, why? A: Unfortunately, many studies over the...
The Characters:"Dad” - palomino stallion
"Mom” - black roan mare
"Amos” - buckskin roan coltWhen I made plans to breed my mare, I considered all the important things, like the temperaments of Mom and Dad, their conformation, breed...
Thanks to modern medicine, horse owners have a plethora of options when it comes to managing their equine’s discomfort. In order to make sure your horse is getting the most relief, however, you’ll need to ensure that he’s receiving...
Q: I show a 15-year-old Quarter Horse mare. She always wants to break into the lope and kick other horses. How can I keep this from happening?A: You will have to work this horse among others in an...
Q: I’ve heard that horses shouldn’t be allowed unlimited grazing when the lush spring grass comes in—that it’s dangerous. How do I safely allow my horse to graze in spring?A: If your horse is on grass 24/7 while the...
