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Show jumper over fence
July 19, 2020

Keep Your Horse Cool: Tips for Summer Riding

Think about your horse’s condition frequently as you ride. If your horse gets hot and sweaty and is breathing Read more
Close-up of a grazing horse's muzzle with grass sticking out of his mouth
June 15, 2020

Skip the Grass Clippings for Horses

What’s the difference between the grasses of my lawn and the grasses in the horses’ grazing areas? How bad Read more
Grumpy horse trotting with ears pinned
June 10, 2020

Sour Horse Syndrome

Why do horses become sullen? What makes a pleasant companion turn into a crotchety, unpredictable source of pinned ears, Read more
Herd of grey horses in pasture
May 06, 2020

Fighting Inflammation in Older Horses: Omega-3 Fatty Acids

In older horses, low-grade inflammation purportedly predisposes aging mammals to various diseases, like Cushing's, and this is known as Read more
Giving horse dewormer in oral syringe
February 24, 2020

New Research: The Changing Face of Parasitism in Horses

Researchers have noted a marked change in the parasites responsible for fatal infections in the last two decades (from Read more
Close-up photo of a horse's hooves with a club foot
February 12, 2020

Clubfoot in Horses: Inbreeding May Increase Likelihood

A clubfoot is typically characterized by its boxy, upright appearance, due in part to excessive heel growth, and Read more
Picking out a horse's hoof
January 29, 2020

White Line Disease in Horses: What Is It and What Can I Do About It?

While “white line disease” is common vernacular used by professionals, it is a misnomer because the problem actually springs Read more
Show jumper clearing fence
January 17, 2020

Blood Tests for Performance Horses: How Helpful Are They?

Owners and trainers of performance horses are always looking for ways to evaluate the condition, fitness, and overall health Read more
Close-up of horse's muzzle
January 16, 2020

Smoke Inhalation in Horses

Smoke from wildfires can cause serious health problems for all animals, including horses. Limit exposure to smoke when possible, Read more
Leading a horse off a large trailer.
December 23, 2019

Long-Distance Transport of Horses: Seven Tips

Traveling long distances can be stressful on horses. To minimize the negative effects of transport, consider some of the Read more
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