Basic Health

April 16, 2012
Keep an Eye on Foal Halters
Though it should fit moderately snugly, the halter should not be tight around any part of the foal’s head.

April 11, 2012
Keeping Your Horse Content on Stall Rest
Stall rest doesn’t have to mean solitary confinement. If your horse must stay in a stall while the other

March 09, 2012
Finding a Horse’s Body Weight
Using a group of 145 horses from different breeds and of various body types, they found that the “point

March 07, 2012
What Makes Your Horse Feel Stressed?
Low social status, being confronted with strange or surprising objects, and being away from home are all situations that

February 23, 2012
Colic Incidence in Stalled Horses
Horses that spend a lot of time in their stalls tend to have a higher incidence of colic than horses that

February 21, 2012
Winter Horse Management and Riding Considerations
Even if you don’t have an indoor arena, there’s no reason you have to give up all riding in

February 13, 2012
Common Methods of Weaning Horses
The best weaning method is the one that fits your management system and results in a stress-free, relaxed, and

February 07, 2012
How Do Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Medications Work?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs reduce inflammation by blocking a different enzyme pathway than steroids

January 31, 2012
Manure Quality Matters
When things go awry, noting and accurately describing the frequency and appearance of a horse’s manure to a veterinarian

January 26, 2012
A Healthy Home Life: Clean, Airy Stalls Advantageous for Horses
In recent years, the dwindling number of acres dedicated to horse production has drastically altered traditional, free-roaming management systems