When a horse lunges forward with his teeth bared or turns his hindquarters and kicks out, it usually evokes one…
Humans have been nailing shoes to the bottom of horses’ hooves for centuries. In Europe, cast bronze shoes were…
For the average horse with normal tooth development and regular oral exams, dental care is generally straightforward. Sharp enamel points…
Spring is upon us, and it’s time for your veterinarian to check in on your horse. An annual vet visit…
Q: It has been 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder here for weeks. Is it safe to work my horse…
Q: My friend told me that it’s better to keep the windows open in the barn so fresh air circulates,…
We’ve all seen trail-string horses tied to a hitching rail with their legs cocked and heads nodding in the sunshine—no…
It’s a sight that any horse person can appreciate: a group of horses grazing together or relaxing in a group…
Your horse has had a nice rest over the winter months and you’re ready to put him back into steady…
Dr. Lydia Gray is the Medical Director and Staff Veterinarian for SmartPak Equine in Plymouth, MA, where she directs the…