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Equine Preventive Care and Your Vet: So Much More Than Vaccines

Kristi Gran, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM March 3, 2025

Consider the benefits of including veterinarians in your horse’s preventive care this spring.

Reducing Your Horse’s Risk of Impaction Colic During Winter

Janice L. Holland, PhD February 27, 2025

Find out why your horse might be more prone to impaction colic during winter and how you can reduce the risk.

Transitioning Your Horse to Outdoor Living

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA January 28, 2025

Horses on all-day pasture have more opportunities than stalled horses to meet their behavioral needs. Here’s what you need to consider.

New Method for Scoring Sweat Losses in Horses Proposed

What Happens With the Horse’s Gut in the Heat?

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc January 6, 2025

An equine nutritionist describes the connections between heat stroke and leaky gut in horses and what you can do to prevent these problems.

5 Things Your Senior Horse Wants for Christmas

Haylie Kerstetter December 24, 2024

Here’s what might be on your senior horse’s wish list this year.

How To Prevent Winter Nutrient Deficiencies In Horses

Clair Thunes, PhD December 23, 2024

Horses that are used to being on pasture during the spring, summer, and fall might experience nutrient deficiencies during the winter.

A Quick List to Help Prepare Your Horses for Winter

Clair Thunes, PhD December 10, 2024

From nutrition considerations to preventing mud, it’s time to get ready for the long stretch of winter conditions.

Winterizing Horses

Nancy S. Loving, DVM December 8, 2024

Take a few simple precautions and management approaches to help your horse weather winter safely.

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Conditioning Horses in Fall and Winter

Samantha Steelman, PhD December 7, 2024

Know how your horse’s body reacts to cold weather and train accordingly to make the most of the chilly months ahead.

How to Exercise Horses Safely in Cold Weather

Jenna Donaldson, DVM December 3, 2024

Cold, inclement weather and poor footing can create challenges for exercising horses during the winter. Here are some factors to keep in mind.

Poll Recap: Winter Water Sources for Horses

How to Keep Your Horse Hydrated During the Winter

Janice L. Holland, PhD December 2, 2024

When the temperatures drop, make sure your horses always have access to water and are drinking enough.

Cold or Warm Water for Horses in Winter?

Clair Thunes, PhD November 24, 2024

Horses tend to drink less as the temperature of their water drops. However, when given the choice between cold and warm water, horses consume the former.

Smart Strategies for Winter Horsekeeping

Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA November 12, 2024

These horsekeeping tips can help keep your farm running smoothly and horses healthy when winter weather arrives. Read more in the Winter 2024 issue of The Horse.

Alfalfa or Grass Hay: Which Is Better for Winter Warmth?

Clair Thunes, PhD November 8, 2024

One equine nutritionist weighs in on which type of hay best helps horses stay warm during cold nights.

Preparing Hard-Keeping Horses for Cold Weather

Tanja Bornmann November 6, 2024

Cold weather often brings unwanted weight loss in hard-keeping horses. Two experts offer advice on preventing this as we prepare for temperatures to drop.

Should I Close My Horse Barn Doors During Winter?

Multiple Authors October 25, 2024

Is it better to leave your barn doors and windows open during winter or close them? Will your horses be healthier living outside during winter? Two experts explain.