Horse health information in the form of videos, slideshows, and podcasts
Have you ever wondered how a veterinarian would train and develop a horse? Find out from a veterinarian who’s also a Grand Prix dressage trainer and clinician.
FEI veterinarian Dr. Kent Allen of Virginia Equine Imaging shares interesting equine lameness cases from his practice. Sometimes it takes some detective work to find true cause of lameness. Part 3 of 3.
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones explains what acupuncture involves and how it is used to help horses.
Charles Wilhelm, of Castro Valley, Calif., explains more about how training with tarps can help desensitize spooky and timid horses.
Halters are used for leading, tying, and handling horses when you’re not riding. Learn the basic options you have for outfitting your horse in a halter.
Equine podiatrist, certified farrier, and frequent lecturer Dr. Raul Bras of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., shares bizarre lameness cases from his practice. You won’t believe what the imaging shows! Part 2 of 3.
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones talks about the health precautions associated with bringing a new horse into your herd.
Should a foal be dewormed during its first 6 months of life? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
What impact can a mare going through her “foal heat” have on her foal? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
Do foals, especially those born early in the season or in cold climates, need to wear blankets? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
We asked our fans to submit photos of their hairiest horses in a recent photo contest. Here are a few of our favorite entries, in no particular order, including a few from our international fans.
U.S. Eventing team veterinarian Dr. Mark Revenaugh of Northwest Equine Performance shares challenging lameness cases from his practice. With lameness, things are not always as they first appear! Part 1 of 3.
How often should you check on a broodmare to see if she’s in labor? Dr. Wendy Vaala answers in this podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
This is our first year foaling out mares. One of the two is a maiden. What do we need to have on hand? Dr. Wendy Vaala answers this question in this podcast segment from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A.
Dr. Laurent Couetil talks about the environmental factors that impact horses with heaves and ways to treat the disease.
Blister Beetles naturally contain and secrete a chemical substance called cantharidin, which is extremely toxic to horses. Dr. Sarah Reuss lists the dangers of blister beetles and what horse owners can do to prevent their horse from ingesting them.
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