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An Equine Vet’s Goals for 2016

New year, new you—that worn out cliché we hear every January is enough to drive people bonkers. However, I am loath to admit this saying has at least a...
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Teach Your Horse to Jump

If you have a young horse or a horse that is brand new to jumping, it’s important to carefully introduce him to the sport so he will jump correctly...
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Craft Barn: Build a Shadow Box

A shadow box is the perfect way to display a collection of your equestrian treasures. Since a shadow box has depth, it will hold items that won’t fit in...
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Does My Horse Have Frostbite?

Q: I have a horse that might have frostbite on his nose and ears. How can I tell if he has frostbite, and if he has it, what should...
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Get a Smooth Flying Lead Change

Q: When I ask my horse for a flying lead change, she makes quite the production; however, she does the change. She can do a simple change without any...