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Horse Hoof Care Record

The Horse Staff November 4, 2020

Horses require regular hoof care to keep them sound and healthy. Print and use this free form to keep track of your horse’s hoof care records.

At a Glance: The Good Drink: Keeping Horses Hydrated

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA October 12, 2020

To ensure your horse stays hydrated, provide him with fresh, clean, clear water at appropriate drinking temperatures. Here’s how.

Building a Vet-Approved Horse Barn

Nancy S. Loving, DVM September 12, 2020

Attention to small design details can make barns safer and more comfortable for you and your horse, along with improving chore efficiency. Download this free report for tips on constructing or retrofitting your barn to optimize horse health and reduce accidents and injury.

At A Glance: Equine Joint Health

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc August 31, 2020

Preserving your horses’ joint health will optimize their athletic careers and keep them comfortable as they age. Sponsored by Hyaluronex Joint.

Self-Care Boarding 101

Erica Larson July 15, 2020

Self-care boarding can be time-consuming, difficult, and daunting. But it can also be the perfect arrangement for certain owners. It just takes some planning and preparation.

Fact Sheet: Gastric Ulcers

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc May 26, 2020

Gastric ulcers occur commonly yet present a number of treatment challenges requiring pharmaceutical intervention and intensive lifestyle modifications. Sponsored by Vitalize.

The Nearly Fly-Free Horse Farm

Alayne Blickle May 14, 2020

Flies on farms and ranches can be extremely annoying for all who encounter them. While it’s not possible to create an entirely fly-free environment, you can take steps to help reduce and manage their numbers.

Trailer Safety Checklist

The Horse Staff March 4, 2020

Print out this handy trailer safety checklist, and keep it in your trailer, tack box, or towing vehicle as a reference for safe horse hauling.

2019 Northeast Association of Equine Practitioners Symposium Wrap-Up

Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director January 22, 2020

The 11th NEAEP symposium emphasized farriers and veterinarians working together for the good of the horse. Read our in-depth coverage in this free report, sponsored by Soft-Ride.

Horse Stall Floor Setups

Alayne Blickle January 9, 2020

Learn how to choose, install, and maintain your stall or shed floors to maximize horse comfort and chore convenience in this free report.

Special Report: How Light Affects Your Horse

Alexandra Beckstett November 15, 2019

Nearly all organisms, including horses, adapt their lifestyles to the timing of sunrise and sunset. From breeding to performance to haircoats—understanding how horses respond to light can help you manage them accordingly.

How to Create a Well-Ventilated Horse Barn

David Preston November 9, 2019

If you house your horses in a barn, keeping it well-ventilated is an essential part of their care. Download this free report to learn how you can take simple steps to improve the ventilation in an existing barn and give your horse the fresh air he needs.