Pregnancy Failure in Horses: Why Things Go Wrong
Pregnancy failure in mares is a very real risk; here’s how to prevent or handle it.
Evidence-Based Farriery: The Proof is in the Hoof
Don’t rely on hearsay when it comes to caring for your horses’ hooves.
The Aftermath of Vesicular Stomatitis
The large-scale VS outbreak in 2014 caused extended quarantines and transportation headaches for horse owners.
Strange Stance for Shoeing
Learn why one gelding acts odd during farrier visits.
Should I Worry About the Hardness of My Horses’ Water?
Our new community water source is “hard” water, with higher levels of calcium and magnesium. Should I be concerned?
Embryo Transfer: From One Mare to Another
The technology behind equine embryo transfers means exciting assisted reproduction options are on the horizon.
Soak Away Your Hay’s Hidden Dangers
In some cases, hay needs to be modified slightly to decrease the soluble sugars to maximize the hay’s benefits. Here’s what you need to know.
Post-Winter Weight Gain
Here’s how to feed your hard keeper once temperatures start rising.
In Disaster’s Wake: Horses and the Devastation
After weathering a natural disaster, take steps to reduce your horses’ chances of infection or injury.
An Introduction to Automatic Waterers
Do you really want to wrestle with frozen hoses? Here’s what to know about automatic waterers.
Genetic Disorders: Breed by Breed
By knowing what conditions certain horses are predisposed to, owners and breeders can take preventive steps.
Hypovolemic Shock in Horses
Here’s what you need to know about hypovolemic shock related to blood loss or trauma in horses.
Federal Environmental Regulations and Horse Farms
The EPA might not come knocking on your barn door anytime soon, but that’s no reason not to practice good stewardship.
What’s in an Equine Supplement?
Here’s what current research, or lack thereof, is telling us about common equine supplement ingredients.
Mucousy Manure
What could cause an older horse that’s not eating well to have mucous-covered manure?
Are You Crash-Ready?
Here’s what to do if you have a horse-hauling accident and how to avoid a wreck in the first place.