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Encouraging Your Horse to Drink

Debra Powell, PhD, PAS December 27, 2024

Just because your horse has access to water does not guarantee he’s drinking enough. Learn more about how to keep horses hydrated.

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.

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Electrolytes for Horses: What You Need to Know

Madeline Boast, MSc July 18, 2024

Electrolytes are important! Discover when, what, and the correct amounts of electrolytes your horse needs in the Summer 2024 issue of The Horse.

How Can I Keep My Senior Horse With PPID Cool?

Jordan Lewis, DVM June 27, 2024

An owner seeks advice on managing a senior horse with PPID (formerly Equine Cushing’s) disease during a heat wave.

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How Much Food and Water Do My Horses Need if I Evacuate?

Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS June 8, 2024

Remember these tips on leaving food and water for horses should you need to evacuate without them during a disaster.

Why Do Electrolytes Encourage Horses to Drink?

Clair Thunes, PhD May 25, 2024

One equine nutrition expert describes why a horse might choose to drink water with electrolytes over plain water.

Why Does My Horse Dunk His Hay?

Clair Thunes, PhD May 18, 2024

Find out why your horse might benefit from a “dunk bucket.”

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Understanding Horses’ Water Requirements

Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS May 17, 2024

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.

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Nutrition for Show Horses

Masa Williams, PhD April 29, 2024

Focusing on consistent and balanced nutrition will help reduce your horse’s stress levels at shows.

Feeding and Riding the Lactating Mare

Clair Thunes, PhD April 22, 2024

Learn about the nutritional needs of a mare with a foal at her side as she gets started back into work.

Preventing Broodmare Colic

Janice L. Holland, PhD March 4, 2024

Taking these steps might help protect your mare and her foal.

Caring for Senior Horses in Cold Weather

Sallie S. Hyman, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, CVA February 23, 2024

Cold weather affects older horses more than it does their younger companions. Learn how to keep your senior comfortable and healthy during cold weather.