6 Myths About Cooling Horses in Hot Weather
Tanja Bornmann
June 15, 2025
Is it harmful to spray cold water on a hot horse? Should you scrape your horse after hosing him? Two experts weigh in.
Is it harmful to spray cold water on a hot horse? Should you scrape your horse after hosing him? Two experts weigh in.
If your horse struggles to keep weight on in summer, here’s how to safely increase his calories.
Discover how to help your horse stay cool on the trailer this summer and what to do if he overheats in this article from The Horse‘s Summer 2024 issue.
An owner seeks advice on managing a senior horse with PPID (formerly Equine Cushing’s) disease during a heat wave.
Water is one of the essential nutrients a horse’s body needs to carry out various vital functions. Here’s what to remember about supplying your horse with water.
Don’t forget horses need calories to keep cool in the heat.
Keeping competition horses well hydrated isn’t always easy. One nutritionist offers tips to help prevent dehydration.
New research shows that electrolyte supplementation might not be necessary for horses in light to moderate work.
Researchers have determined an ice blanket might be more effective for cooling horses than water or fans.
No one wants to arrive at their destination and realize their horse has gotten sick or injured along the way. Follow these expert tips to ensure your horse’s safety and wellness while traveling.
As tough as steamy summers can be on humans, they can be even harder on horses. Two veterinarians share tips on how to help your horse beat the heat this summer.
Follow these steps to keep your horse cool and comfortable in the heat.
Help keep your horse healthy and get the most out of the coming months by increasing your understanding of—and watching for—five common health conditions seen during the summer.
Three practitioners share advice on how to best care for your horses following a disaster.
Learn how your horse’s internal thermostat works in extreme heat and ways to keep him cool.
Researchers gave horses access to shade and misting curtains on hot days. How the horses used them depended on the individual.
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