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Horse Care: When Less is More
by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Nov 7, 2022
Discover what commonly applied practices horse owners and caretakers tend to overdo.
Read MoreCommon Types of Body Clips for Horses
by The Horse Staff | Oct 25, 2022
Take a look at five common body clipping patterns used on horses.
Read MoreClipping the Sensitive Horse
by Lara Tomich, DVM, Dipl. ACVD | Aug 12, 2022
A veterinarian offers tips to keep horses with sensitive skin comfortable when clipped.
Read More10 Things You Might Not Know About Equine Dermatology
by UC Davis Center for Equine Health Horse Report | Aug 9, 2022
Stephen White, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, shares some lesser-known facts about equine dermatology.
Read MoreTo Bathe or Not to Bathe?
by Shoshana Rudski | Jul 28, 2022
You’re unlikely to overbathe an allergy-prone horse with the correct treatments, says an equine dermatologist.
Read MoreSport Horse Skin Issues
by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | May 30, 2022
Horse show habits and environments can put a horse at risk for developing a variety of skin problems. Learn what causes the common skin issues sport horses might develop and how to return them to top form.
Read MoreImproving Dry Equine Skin and Coats With Nutrition
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Apr 22, 2022
Do you have a horse with flaky skin and a dry mane and tail? The right feed might help.
Read MoreThe Banes of Bathing Horses
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jul 14, 2021
Find out how to avoid equine skin and coat problems caused by frequent lathering and rinsing.
Read MoreHow To Get a Horse’s Coat To Dapple
by Clair Thunes, PhD | May 31, 2021
A dappled coat has long been a sign of optimum equine health and good nutrition, but the reality behind dappling is more complicated. Our equine nutritionist offers advice on bringing out the bloom in your horse’s coat.
Read MoreInfographic: Scratches in Horses
by The Horse Staff | Feb 25, 2021
Discover the possible causes of scratches and how you can prevent and treat this frustrating dermatitis often found on a horse’s pastern in our step-by-step visual guide.
Read MoreSolving Skin Issues on Horses’ Legs
by Diane E. Rice | Sep 3, 2020
Some leg crud is purely cosmetic, but other types can be very painful and debilitating for your horse. Our sources discuss 10 skin conditions that could affect your horse, how to treat them, and how to prevent them in the future.
Read More17 Tips for Recreational Trail Riders
by Diane E. Rice | Jun 4, 2020
Trail riding season is in full swing, and our sources answered 17 questions about keeping your horse sound and healthy.
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