Haylie Pfeffer

Haylie Pfeffer, Digital Editor, holds a degree in equine studies with a concentration in communications and a minor in social media marketing. She is a Pennsylvania native and, as a horse owner herself, has a passion for helping owners provide the best care for their horses. When she is not writing or in the barn, she is spending time with her dog, Clementine.

Articles by: Haylie Pfeffer

A Day in the Life of an Equitarian

A Day in the Life of an Equitarian

Learn how veterinarians are helping the working equids of the developing world and their owners. In this article, Dr. Ashleigh Leighton Kornatowski shares a behind-the-scenes look at a typical day on an equitarian trip.

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fei endurance; aerc usef split

AERC to Split With USEF

The American Endurance Ride Conference has announced plans to terminate its affiliation with the U.S. Equestrian Federation, effective in December.

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horse pelvis problems; back pain in horses; Managing Your Horse's Back Pain

Back Pain in Horses: Then and Now

A recent comparison of diagnosis and treatment of back pain in horses a decade apart has highlighted the way riders and veterinarians alike have evolved in their awareness and management of this condition.

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vaccinate horses against wnv; horse vaccines; protect horses against eee west nile; AVA: Events for Horses Without Hendra Protection is Risky

Vaccinating Pregnant Mares

Learn about what vaccines a broodmare should receive during gestation and why vaccinating mares is important for their foals from equine repro expert Dr. Ryan Ferris.

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my horse is too fat

My Horse is Too Fat. What Should I Do?

Overweight horses are at risk for a number of health conditions. Here are some tips to use if your horse needs to lose weight.

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help horses lose weight; Researchers Find New Method for Monitoring Horses' Body Fat

BEVA: Help Horses Lose Weight to Reduce Health Risks

Studies suggest that more than half of certain horse populations in the U.K. are overweight or obese. As such, BEVA urges owners to act now to reduce the risk of their horses suffering weight-related health and welfare risks come spring.

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