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Horse Care

Hair Whorls Give a Clue to Horses’ Spooking Behavior

One popular myth among equestrians is that a horse’s whorl—the swirling pattern of hair growth on the forehead—can predict a…

10 years ago

Ask the Vet: Sore Hooves after a Trim

In our Ask the Vet column, Dr. Lydia Gray answers your horse-health questions.   Q: I have a 12-year-old Appaloosa…

10 years ago

The Story of Tony D

  Last week, I got a message through Facebook that surprised me and warmed my heart. It made me cry,…

10 years ago

Over the Fence: Two Peas in a Pod

I have been acquainted with the story of Tony D. for a while now, but my heart still goes pitter…

10 years ago

Ask the Vet: Moving Horses for the Winter

  In our Ask the Vet column, Dr. Lydia Gray answers your horse-health questions at HorseIllustrated.com/AskTheVet.  Q: As I get…

10 years ago

Cribbing and Windsucking

Q: I have heard of both cribbing and windsucking, but what is the difference between these two vices? A: Cribbing…

10 years ago

Horse Grooming Challenges

Consistent daily grooming keeps your horse looking good and makes the job easier. Whether you’re getting ready for a show…

10 years ago

Ask the Vet: Coughing During Warm-up

  In our Ask the Vet column, Dr. Lydia Gray answers your horse-health questions at horseillustrated.com/AskTheVet. Got a question for…

10 years ago

An Equine Dental Mystery

After treatment for EOTRH, owner Kym Langevin says that Peanut has never been better.   Peanut is my 13-year-old Quarter…

10 years ago

EOTRH: Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis

Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis (EOTRH) is a dental disease that can occur as horses age. It typically affects…

10 years ago