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Horse Longeing Do’s and Don’ts

Lucile Vigouroux November 13, 2024

Experts share 15 tips for keeping you and your horse safe at both ends of the longe line. Read more in the Winter 2024 issue of The Horse.

Horse Warmup and Cooldown Techniques for Joint Health

Haylie Kerstetter November 2, 2024

Can a warmup or cooldown routine affect equine joint health? What is the best way to start and finish your horse’s exercise routine? Find out in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.

Tips for Returning Horses to Work After Soft-Tissue Injury

11 Equine Lameness Prevention Tips

Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA September 18, 2024

Veterinarians and farriers emphasize individualized maintenance for preventing lameness and promoting long-term horse soundness.

Handling Heat During the 2024 Olympic Games Equestrian Events

Jennifer O. Bryant August 8, 2024

Learn about the advanced heat management strategies 2024 Olympic equestrian officials implemented to ensure horse safety during extreme temperatures.

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Sensible Recovery Strategies for Equine Athletes

Nancy S. Loving, DVM July 24, 2024

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.

Horse Blanketing FAQs

Alexandra Beckstett October 7, 2022

On or off? Hot or cold? Lightweight or heavyweight? We’ll answer these questions and more.

Help Your Horse Beat the Heat

D.J. Carey Lyons July 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.

Cooling Your Horse Out on Cold Days

Lindsay Day, REMT February 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.

What’s so Cool About Coolers for Horses?

Rachel Buchholz, DVM January 29, 2019

Find out why using coolers on horses post-exercise makes good sense, especially during cold weather.

At a Glance: Caring for Senior Horses

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA July 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.