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Horse Hoof Stressors
by Diane E. Rice | Jan 16, 2023
Two veterinarians passionate about hoof care share tips for identifying and dealing with hoof stressors they encounter most frequently.
Read MoreTips for Managing Horse Barns During Winter
by Erica Larson | Jan 7, 2023
Learn how to keep your barn and other buildings safe during winter cold and snow.
Read MoreHow Does Arena Footing Affect Equine Athlete Longevity?
by Duncan Peters, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVSMR, ISELP | Jan 4, 2023
An equine sports medicine specialist shares how footing can impact soundness and offers footing selection advice.
Read MoreWinter Horse Hoof Care: It’s a Team Effort
by Lindsay J. Warner | Dec 7, 2022
Keep your horse sound and moving safely this winter with these smart hoof care practices.
Read More12 Smart At-Home Biosecurity Practices for Horse Owners
by The Horse Staff | Dec 1, 2022
Follow these steps to prevent disease spread on your farm. Sponsored by Dechra Veterinary Products.
Read MoreExposed: Practical Lessons from a Real-Life Equine Infectious Disease Outbreak
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Nov 25, 2022
An inside look at the 2018 EHV-1 outbreak that impacted hundreds of horses at a California show and how to control the disease.
Read MoreHow to Exercise Horses Safely in Cold Weather
by Jenna Donaldson, DVM | Nov 16, 2022
Cold, inclement weather and poor footing can cause challenges for exercising horses during the winter. Here are some things to keep in mind.
Read MoreSmart Storage Around the Barn
by Diane E. Rice | Nov 12, 2022
Learn how to keep horses and humans safe by storing your supplies and equipment properly.
Read MoreFarm Fresh: Create a Well-Ventilated Horse Barn
by David Preston | Nov 4, 2022
If you house your horses in a barn, keeping it well-ventilated is an essential part of their care.
Read MoreHow Air Quality Impacts Horse Health
by Anna Sochocky | Nov 3, 2022
Learn how air quality issues such as wildfire smoke and pollution can affect your horse’s respiratory health.
Read MoreControlling Dust on Horse Properties
by Alayne Blickle | Nov 2, 2022
Keep dust to a minimum in arenas, barns, and paddocks for both aesthetic and health reasons.
Read MoreSoccer Device Could Help Assess Riding Arena Footing
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Oct 24, 2022
An adapted version of a machine used to evaluate soccer terrain might be useful for assessing riding arenas.
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