Pony Nutrition
They may be small, but ponies are tough and hardy and their nutritional requirements differ from a horse’s. Here’s how to feed your pony like…
Author: Animal Wellness Academy
AW ACADEMY is a natural extension of our 25 years of experience publishing Animal Wellness, Equine Wellness and Innovative Veterinary Care Journal. We believe that everyone has a responsibility to care for animals to the best of their ability utilizing the most natural and minimally invasive means possible. We feel strongly that it’s better to promote a preventative healthy lifestyle for our pets instead of taking a wait-and-see approach. We also fiercely advocate for the quality of animals’ lives, supporting animal rescues and welfare organizations both financially and through our editorial.
Discover, Treat & Prevent Tendon Injury
Learn how to discover, treat and prevent common tendon injuries in your equine athlete. If you have a performance horse, you probably know that tendon…
Advance Your Riding – Bitless!
With certain hunter/jumper shows now allowing bitless equipment, the idea of leaving bits out of advanced and competitive riding is gaining more ground. Riding bitless has…
Hoof Wear and Tear – Part 1
Hoof wear and tear is natural, but have you ever looked at the wear patterns on your horse’s feet. They’re telling you something important. Have…
Choosing The Right Trainer
Choosing a trainer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your horse. Learn what to look for in a professional. If you’re…
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The debate over when horses physically mature is a common one, heard from the barn aisle to the backstretch. One rider digs deep to separate…
How To Check Vital Signs
Being able to evaluate your horse’s vital signs during a potential health crisis can mean the difference between getting him appropriate help in time, or…
From Shod To Barefoot
If you think switching your horse to going shoeless is difficult or even impossible, think again. Follow one show horse’s successful journey from being shod…
Getting A Young Horse 101
When considering acquiring a young horse, you must look past the cuteness – consider the risks, benefits, and what you are looking for in an…
Transitioning From Stall To Outdoors
If your horse is used to being in a stall, transitioning him to being outdoors all the time requires some time and planning. For riders…
Curing a biting horse
Do you have or know a biting horse? If so, you know what challenges and dangers he can present. Here’s how one horse was cured…
How to please your picky horse
In order to maintain good body condition in the picky horse, well organized and sometimes “artistic” feeding management becomes crucial. Horses that compete in various…
