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Horse Ownership

Fungus Among Us

Winter blankets harbor bacteria and fungi that can lead to skin irritation. Keep winter blankets dry, and clean them regularly.…

17 years ago


Proof Is In The Pasture

Pasture-kept horses have the ability to interact socially and are exposed to a rich environment, but have less contact with…

17 years ago

Healthy Pastures

I have two horses on an acre of pasture grass. I supplement them with hay, but I’m wondering if you…

17 years ago

Poisonous Posies

Learn to identify poisonous plants in your horse’s pasture by visiting these university websites. Plant photos, toxicity ratings, signs of…

17 years ago

Trailer Accident Survey Yields Tips

Research from the roadside assistance program USRider and large-animal rescue experts Drs. Tomas and Rebecca Gimenez shows that improper maintenance,…

17 years ago

Caution, Railroad Crossing

Getting your horse trailer stuck on the railroad tracks with your horses inside is a nightmare scenario but one that’s…

17 years ago

Natural Fly Control

It’s only a matter of weeks before it hits: fly season. In warmer regions, the annoying invasion is already happening.…

17 years ago

Dos and Don’ts Of Fly Masks

Fly masks offer protection from annoying insects, so horses across the country are outfitted in them during summer’s winged onslaught.…

17 years ago

Hauling Tips

The Center for Equine Health at UC Davis recently conducted studies on transported horses. The following tips are among their…

17 years ago