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Draft Horse Health and Care

Maybe it’s the flowing leg feathers, the gentle personality, or maybe it’s the height—18 hands? 19? More? There are certainly…

1 month ago

An Overview of Cecal Impaction Colic

The equine digestive tract can be a bit terrifying: There is a lot of tissue packed into a relatively small…

2 months ago

When Is It Time to Retire Your Horse?

Two of my horses illustrate the vast differences that exist between retirement scenarios. Faax was a fabulous Arabian jumper. Fearless…

2 months ago

Solutions for Stall Boredom

Whether temporarily or permanently living in a stall, try these strategies to banish stall boredom and keep your horse stimulated.…

3 months ago

How the Equine Disease Communications Center is Changing the Game

The Equine Disease Communication Center helps broadcast real-time alerts to prevent and mitigate equine infectious diseases. The threat of communicable…

3 months ago

Hoof Abscess Treatment Options

The panic sets in as soon as you see it: Your horse is hopping around, dead lame. You breathe a…

3 months ago

Make Feed Meet a Horse’s Needs at Every Life Stage

A horse has unique nutritional needs that start even before he is born. Owners who understand the reasons behind those…

4 months ago

8 Causes of Stress in Horses

There are 8 common causes of stress in horses, but you can make changes to reduce the effects on your…

4 months ago

What is Equine Asthma?

For the horse laboring to breathe while at rest, athletic endeavors are impossible. Respiratory disease threatens quality of life for…

5 months ago

Heat Stress in Horses

Warmer summer days can provide the ideal weather for leisurely rides on your favorite mount, but heat can take a…

6 months ago