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How to care for the basic health needs of horses

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The Many Faces of Equine Metabolic Syndrome

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Beneath the Hoof Wall: Soft Tissues Injuries of the Equine Foot

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Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD

Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD, is an assistant professor and extension horse specialist in Texas A&M University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, in College Station. Her role as a horse specialist is to serve the state of Texas by designing and implementing educational programming and resources for adults and youth within the horse industry.

Articles by: Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD

Conditioning Young Equine Athletes

Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD April 16, 2023

Learn how young horses’ bodies adapt to exercise and how to prepare them for successful careers.

Advances in Equine Infectious Disease Detection

Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD November 8, 2022

The diagnostic tests veterinarians use are evolving to improve how we manage infectious diseases in horses.

Conditioning Young Equine Athletes

Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD February 8, 2022

Learn how young horses’ bodies adapt to exercise and how to prepare them for successful careers.

7 Dietary Deficiencies in Horses

Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD November 8, 2021

Providing a balanced diet that meets your horse’s nutritional needs and being aware of possible shortcomings are vital for his care. Read about seven aspects of your horse’s diet that might not be up to par.

FAQs About Horses and Alfalfa

Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD October 11, 2021

When fed and managed properly, horses can benefit from alfalfa’s high nutritive value. But is it right for your horse? Here’s what to consider when feeding this forage.