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Horse Blanketing FAQs
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Oct 7, 2022
On or off? Hot or cold? Lightweight or heavyweight? We’ll answer these questions and more.
Read MoreHelp Your Horse Beat the Heat
by D.J. Carey Lyons | Jul 16, 2022
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.
Read MoreSensible Recovery Strategies for Equine Athletes
by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | May 29, 2019
The steps you take to care for your horse both immediately after a competition and once you’re back home are important to his athletic longevity. Here’s what you need to know.
Read MoreCooling Your Horse Out on Cold Days
by Lindsay Day, REMT | Feb 3, 2019
Helping your horse with his post-exercise cooling process can impact how well he recovers. But cold weather cooling requires also guarding against a chilled horse.
Read MoreWhat’s so Cool About Coolers for Horses?
by Rachel Buchholz, DVM | Jan 29, 2019
Find out why using coolers on horses post-exercise makes good sense, especially during cold weather.
Read MoreAt a Glance: Caring for Senior Horses
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jul 24, 2018
Caring for the older horse can require special attention to his needs. Download this free guide to find out what health issues to watch for and how to keep your senior horse happy and healthy.
Read MoreShipping and Showing Horses
by Samantha Steelman, PhD | Jul 9, 2018
Monitor and optimize your horse’s training, diet, health, and shipping experience in order to help him perform his best.
Read MoreBehind the Scenes With a Four-Star Eventing Barn
by The Horse Staff | Apr 24, 2018
Catch a ride with U.S. Team eventer Boyd Martin and find out what it takes to prepare high-performance horses for competition.
Read MoreManaging the ‘Creaky’ Performance Horse
by Katie Navarra | Feb 23, 2018
Seasoned sport horses often need a little extra TLC to continue performing well into middle age.
Read MoreWinter Workouts
by Marcia King | Jan 8, 2016
Consider how current weather conditions will affect your horse and adapt your workouts accordingly.
Read MoreHow Do I Keep a Sweaty Horse Warm in Winter After Riding?
by Alayne Blickle | Feb 20, 2015
Horses for Clean Water’s Alayne Blickle offers tips for helping a horse dry off and cool out after winter riding.
Read MoreOptimizing Dressage Horses’ Bodies for Peak Performance
by Erica Larson | Sep 19, 2014
From feeding and training to shoeing and warm-up protocols, learn how to keep your dressage horse fit to perform.
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