How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Your horse’s diet and gut health could play a role in his immune response, though age, stress, and obesity are likely bigger factors.
Typically, grass has less sugar overnight and in the early morning than during the day.
Many equine-assisted services providers said they’d consider using retired racehorses in their programs; nearly one-third already do.
Start by analyzing what your horse is eating when evaluating whether you’re meeting his nutritional goals.
13 counties were declared federal disaster areas, and efforts are being made to help the horses in need.
West Nile virus is still a threat to horses, but veterinarians say vaccination rates are down.
Results from a recent study in Egypt showed an association between certain horse demographics and vulnerability to West Nile virus.
Determining exactly which vaccines a horse needs can be confusing. Here are some basic do’s and don’ts to make sure you’re providing the disease protection your horse needs.
Addressing hoof abscesses early can help horses have the best outcome.
Researchers showed that three repetitions of a task per training session yielded the same results as six in a group of study horses.
Learn how to control this rapidly progressive infection within the horse’s subcutaneous skin layer.
A veterinarian offers tips to keep horses with sensitive skin comfortable when clipped.
What vaccines should horses have on board prior to show season?
Judges often place overweight ponies—which could be at greater risk for metabolic issues and laminitis—higher than their leaner counterparts in competition.
Learn about feeding your senior horse in this archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Purina.
Veterinary authorities recommend these vaccines for all horses, every year.
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