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Seasonal Horse Care

Managing Your Horses During Drought Conditions

Abnormally hot, dry weather conditions can cause droughts that pose unique challenges for horse owners. Even short-term drought can create…

2 years ago

Preventing Exposure to Illness When Traveling with Horses

Summer often allows more time for travel with your horse, which can also mean spending time at different barns where…

2 years ago

Frosty FAQs: Vet Tips for Caring for Your Horse When Temperatures Drop

It’s finally getting cold outside and you’re bundled up, possibly with a hot cup of cocoa or coffee in hand.…

2 years ago

Seasonal Advice: The Automatic Cleaning Blanket

“One of the best things owners can do both for maintaining their turnouts and their horses’ coats and manes is…

2 years ago

Munching Through the Snow: A Vet Talks Winter Nutrition for Your Horse

As winter months creep up on us, shorter days and cooler temperatures signal plants to slow and eventually stop their…

2 years ago

Weathering a Winter Wonderland: Expert Strategies for Winter Grooming and Blanketing Your Horse

During the coldest days of winter, you layer on thermals, fleece, insulated coveralls, and maybe even a headlamp to go…

2 years ago

A Vet’s Guide on Summer Horse Health Care Strategies

While many equestrians welcome the summer with open arms (more riding!), there are a few downsides to the season from…

2 years ago

Podcast Episode #3: Mary Phelps, Summer Horse Health Care, and Morgan Horse Breed for July 27, 2021; Sponsored by Straight Arrow Products

In this third podcast episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight…

3 years ago

How to Blanket a Horse

Knowing how to blanket a horse is an essential skill. Your horse’s fluffy winter coat is naturally designed to do…

3 years ago

Ground Pole Exercises for Horses

Simple ground pole exercises for horses can sometimes be the most effective because riders are likely to practice them more…

3 years ago