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How cold is too cold to ride? Does your horse need a blanket? What should your horse eat during frigid weather? Find out how to get ready for winter during our hourlong Q&A.
Do you have a young horse in your life? Learn about young horse growth, development, exercise, and nutrition during this Q&A.
Surviving natural disasters becomes even more complicated when you’re responsible for horses and other animals. Emergency planning expert Rebecca Gimenez-Husted, PhD, literally wrote the book on Technical Large Animal Rescue, and she joins us for an hour to answer your disaster-planning questions and offer advice
Aging horses often require individualized care to keep them comfortable and happy. Listen as our expert answers questions about senior horse health conditions, nutrition, hoof care, and more.
Your horse’s feet are his foundation. What does a healthy hoof look like? Does your horse need shoes, or is he fine barefoot? And what about hoof boots? Learn how to work with your farrier (or trimmer) and veterinarian to ensure your horse’s feet receive
Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy your horse, but the season also comes with management challenges. In this prerecorded Q&A, we’ll answer your hot weather health questions about riding, bathing, hydration, and transportation. You’ll also learn the signs of heat exhaustion
Bugs are beyond annoying for our horses. Insects spread diseases—some of them deadly—and can cause irritating and performance-limiting allergic reactions. Listen as our expert answers questions about protecting horses from mosquitoes, gnats, biting flies, ticks, and more.
Laminitis is one of the most common diseases in horses, and it has many different causes. Find answers to listener questions on endocrine-related laminitis in horses with conditions such as PPID, equine metabolic syndrome, and insulin resistance. Sponsored by InsulinWise.
An independent equine nutritionist answers horse owner questions on forage, feed concentrates, fats, supplements, and more.
Learn about what causes horses to experience back pain, how it’s diagnosed, and how to make your horse more comfortable.
Why are there so many equine infectious anemia cases in the news, and how can you protect your horse from this deadly disease?
Get your questions answered about breeding mares and stallions and producing top-quality, healthy foals during our live Q&A. We cover everything from selecting the right parents to gestational care to ensuring your foal’s safe delivery.
From initial diagnosis to hoof care and bisphosphonate use, find out the newest information about this debilitating condition.
Learn about the core vaccines recommended by the American Association of Equine Practitioners and the five deadly diseases they prevent.
How can you keep your horse healthy when going to horse shows, trail rides, or events? And what about bringing new horses into a boarding stable? Learn about practical biosecurity measures to protect your horses.
Horses are one of the most susceptible species to botulism. Find out how to protect your horse from this deadly neurologic disease.
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