Balancing Work and Rest for Horses’ Long-Term Soundness
Giving horses sufficient time to recover from athletic events could help them avoid acute injury and long-term health problems.
Feeding Metabolic Horses
Learn what, when, and how to feed horses with metabolic issues such as EMS, ID, and PPID.
Case Study: Rehabilitating the Neurologic EPM Horse
Slow, progressive exercises help improve a horse’s strength and stability when recovering from this neurologic disease.
What Medications Are Safe for Pregnant Mares?
What medications do veterinarians use in broodmares and are they safe? Learn more in the Spring 2026 issue of The Horse.
Understanding Horse Aggression
What drives equine aggression—and how can training help?
Why Do Horses Buck?
Read about 9 physical and behavioral reasons your horse might be kicking up his heels.
Understanding Classical Conditioning in Horses
Get answers to common questions about this equine-welfare-friendly training method.
Conditioning Horses on Different Surfaces
Varying the surfaces on which you exercise your horse can help produce a strong, well-rounded equine athlete.
Supporting Your Horse’s Immune System
What does it take to optimize a horse’s immune response and fight off disease?
Preparing Your Horse for Spring
Are you and your horse ready for spring? Check off all the items on this list to prepare for a healthy, successful riding season.
The Equine Lameness Exam Workup Explained
From palpation to nerve blocks, get an inside look at today’s lameness exam in horses in the Spring 2026 issue of The Horse.
Case Study: Podotrochlosis
Meet Beau and follow the 8-year-old Quarter Horse’s journey from subtle lameness to return to performance.
A Foal’s First 24 Hours of Life
The first 24 hours of a foal’s life bring crucial events and milestones that dictate his health and viability. Learn what to expect, when to intervene, and how to involve your veterinarian in the Spring 2026 issue of The Horse.
Does My Horse Need a Ration Balancer or Vitamin/Mineral Supplement?
The correct choice depends on a horse’s diet, workload, and overall nutritional picture. Learn more in the Spring 2026 issue of The Horse.
Sidebone: Incidental Finding or Clinical Concern?
This common hoof change can be a hidden cause of lameness in horses. Learn more in the Spring 2026 issue of The Horse.
The Pros and Cons of Tall Fescue
Discover why this common pasture grass is good for grazing but bad for broodmares.