With winter drawing near, your horse has probably begun to sprout a thick, fluffy coat in preparation for the cooler days ahead. But if you live in a warm climate or plan to keep your horse in full training...
Q: I have heard many people adamantly insist that the sheath must be cleaned every six months, but at other barns where I've worked, we simply do not do it regularly unless the horse appears to have a problem. We...
Video: How to Tie a Safety Release Knot
Master this essential skill to keep your horse tied safely.
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Grooming essentials you need to know, from everyday maintenance to horse show preparation.
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The American Association of Equine Practitioners advises coastal veterinarians and horse owners to review their disaster response protocol during the height of hurricane season.Preparation is the horse owner and veterinarian’s greatest asset during a crisis or emergency. Horse owners...
Grooming is a multi-faceted aspect of horse ownership that keeps your equine friend happy, healthy and looking good. You groom as a part of your horse’s daily and seasonal care, to primp for a show, or to strengthen the...
Alfalfa
Abundant in protein and calcium, alfalfa is a good source of forage for young, growing horses and lactating mares. For most other horses, it can be too rich and lead to obesity. The high protein concentration can lead to...
Whoa! Wait a minute. Too often we’re in such a hurry to head down the road that we don’t stop to think how a trailering trip can cause both stress and injury to our horses if we aren’t careful....
Confining horses to a barn part of each day may seem like top-quality care to some owners, but horses are happier, healthier and feel safer in a pasture with their buddies. Turnout has many benefits as long as you...
One of the most important facets of horsekeeping is safe fencing. A safe fence prevents a horse from getting loose or tangled up and injuring himself. Since horses tend to be very curious creatures, it's a safe bet that...
What do you do if you suspect your horse has ingested a harmful plant out in the pasture, or gotten into something hazardous in the barn? What if your barn dog gobbled up your horse's medication while your back...
