General Interest

April 20, 2016
Stereotypies in Pastured Horses: What, Why, What To Do
Even pastured horses get the blues. More specifically, pastured horses are prone to developing stereotypies such as cribbing and weaving, suggested researchers during

April 15, 2016
The Loft Runneth Over: Feeding Horses Leftover Hay
Evaluate the hay critically. Smell it, shake it, inspect it. Any hay that is dusty, moldy, or otherwise unsuitable

April 12, 2016
Condition Scoring Horses: Focus on the Ribs First
Because of the ease in locating and evaluating the ribs and the amount of fat covering them, this anatomical

April 07, 2016
Avoiding Sand Colic in Horses
The accumulation of sand in the gastrointestinal tract of horses can cause painful obstructions. Though sand impactions can occur

April 04, 2016
Jet Lag and Circadian Rhythms Affect Competition Horses
Equine athletes that travel by air to competitions face huge time and seasonal differences that might affect their health,

March 19, 2016
Measuring Height and Weight of Foals
Spotting changes in the young horse's growth pattern can provide early warning for foals that need to be more

March 17, 2016
Flip That Horse: 90 Days to Condition, Inside and Out
While thorough under saddle training can take years of consistent work, achieving a sales-photo bloom from within can occur

March 14, 2016
By the Numbers: Important Broodmare Facts and Figures
Whether you are just starting to plan your mare’s next foal or if you are in the thick of

March 04, 2016
Condition Scoring of Horses: The Topline
Multiple factors affect the shape of the topline of horses, principally body condition or weight, individual conformation, and age.

March 02, 2016
Weight Loss in Senior Horses: A Pain in the Mouth?
Studies show that senior horses have an array of health issues that require recognition and improved management to help