Summer Care
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Poll Recap: Summer Horse Health Challeng...
Managing Horses in the Summer Heat
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Study: Shelters Help Keep Flies at Bay
10 Hot Weather Horse Care Tips
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When is it Too Hot for My Horse to Wear a Fly Sheet?
by Erin Denney-Jones, DVM | Aug 16, 2020
Our veterinarian says there are many factors owners should consider when deciding whether to use a fly sheet in hot, humid weather.
Read MoreHelp! My Horse Won’t Eat Salt
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Aug 10, 2020
How do you ensure a horse that’s reluctant to use his salt block and refuses to eat loose salt in his ration is getting enough?
Read MoreHandling the Heat
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Aug 6, 2020
Learn how your horse’s internal thermostat works in extreme heat and ways to keep him cool in this article excerpt from the August 2020 issue of The Horse.
Read MoreKeeping a PPID Horse Cool During the Summer
by Jeanette "Jay" Mero, DVM | Jul 24, 2020
Horses with Cushing’s have a harder time regulating their body temperature and often sport longer coats. Dr. Jeanette Mero has recommendations for keeping those horses comfortable.
Read MoreSalt Intake, Lethargy, and Weight Loss: What’s the Link?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jul 20, 2020
A horse in Arizona is low-energy and losing weight in the summer heat. Find out what might help.
Read MoreWhy Fly Control Is Critical for Horse Health
by Multiple Authors | Jul 19, 2020
Know your common fly species, the diseases they transmit, and ways to deter them from your property.
Read MoreHow Can I Keep My Senior Horse With PPID Cool?
by Jordan Lewis, DVM | Jun 26, 2020
An owner seeks advice on managing a senior horse with Cushing’s disease during a heat wave.
Read MoreSummer Horse Health Tips
by Wendy Krebs, DVM | Jun 22, 2020
Remember these pointers to help ensure your summer riding season is fun and safe.
Read MoreDon’t Restrict Horses to Shelters in Hot Conditions
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Aug 27, 2019
Horses in hot climates might not be as shade- and shelter-dependent as expected.
Read MoreIs Turning Out Horses at Night OK During the Summer?
by Jeanette "Jay" Mero, DVM | Jul 21, 2019
Dr. Jeanette Mero shares the benefits of night turnout to help horses beat the heat.
Read MoreHeat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke in Horses
by Jeanette "Jay" Mero, DVM | Jul 20, 2019
Do you know the difference? Dr. Jeanette Mero outlines the clinical signs of heat exhaustion and stroke in horses.
Read MoreHow to Tell if Your Horse is Dehydrated
by Jeanette "Jay" Mero, DVM | Jul 19, 2019
Dr. Jeanette Mero describes the early warning signs of dehydration in horses and shares how much a horse should drink on a hot day.
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