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Fat chestnut horse
September 21, 2015

New Thoughts on Cresty Necks in Horses

Well-informed horsemen eye cresty necks with suspicion, for an overabundance of neck fat has become a recognized harbinger of metabolic problems, including Read more
Drowsy quarter horse standing outside
September 18, 2015

Monitor, Protect Against Potomac Horse Fever

At this time of year, during the hot summer months, a common cause of diarrhea in horses is Potomac horse Read more
Burlap feed sack
September 16, 2015

Keep an Eye on Horse-Feeding Costs

Keeping expenses in check requires periodic review of horse-feeding practices and provides the perfect opportunity to reset nutritional goals Read more
Running haflinger mare with foal
September 14, 2015

Hoof Growth in Foals

Thoroughbred foals replaced fetal hooves in about half the time it takes mature horses (270-365 days). Read more
Horse with ears pinned
September 08, 2015

Dealing with a Hungry Horse

Though these behaviors may be deeply rooted, hangry horses often have one thing in common: limited forage. Read more
Haflinger ponies grazing in pasture
September 01, 2015

Feed Management for Horses with Gastrointestinal Problems

Offering small grain meals of no more than two pounds (one kilogram) at a time may minimize the risk Read more
Jim Hassinger Photo
August 27, 2015

Arthritic Horses May Benefit from Urology Gel

A study showed evidence that equine arthritis pain may be reduced by joint injections of polyacrylamide hydrogel. Read more
Cribbing horse
August 25, 2015

Tongue: Oft-Neglected Organ of the Horse’s Mouth

Rarely is the tongue center stage, except when it’s injured, and then it becomes a bit dramatic, due only Read more
Mare an foal walking through lush pasture
August 20, 2015

Tyzzer’s Disease Threatens Young Foals

Tyzzer’s disease is caused by a clostridial microbe that affects the liver and lower intestinal tract. Read more
Horse spooking with rider
August 18, 2015

Keeping Horses and Riders Safe in Summer Storms

It’s now believed that if thunder can be heard at all, even faintly, everyone in the area is in Read more
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