Best practices for monitoring a horse’s weight
Worried your horse is too heavy or thin? Here are a few easy ways to keep track of his weight to ensure he stays in…
Category: Horse Health
Understanding your horse’s gastrointestinal tract
Have you ever wondered what happens after your horse takes a bite of hay? Gaining a better understanding of her gastrointestinal tract will help you…
Achieve greater mobility with the Pelvic Clock
Combat stiffness in your hips, improve pelvic mobility, and develop a better seat with this simple exercise. This lesson, commonly referred to as the “Pelvic…
4 uses for therapeutic taping
Whether you work with high performance horses or retired seniors, therapeutic taping has numerous uses and benefits. These days, a wide range of adjunct therapies…
Improve your horse’s digestion and GI motility, naturally
Looking for a natural way to improve your horse’s digestion? Acupressure is a great way to achieve optimal movement and balance in his GI tract.…
Anesthesiologist discovers new way to sedate horses
A professor at the University of Tennessee has discovered an alternative way to sedate female horses, and it’s both fast and effective. Detomidine is a…
Study shows that rider weight does not affect horse’s ability
New data from a study in Denmark concludes that rider-to-horse weight ratios may be more lenient than previously thought. Ever wondered if your weight is…
What you need to know about EMF exposure and your horses
EMF exposure poses a significant threat to the health and well-being of your horses. Here’s how you can protect them. Horses are known to be…
6 ways to promote a horse’s gut health
Your horse’s gut health affects everything from his temperament to his immune system, so it’s important to make it a priority. Here’s how. We all…
Caring for your horse after antibiotics
Your horse just finished a round of antibiotics. What’s next? Here’s how a natural approach can help restore him to good health. Antibiotics are used…
Equine arthritis and the healing power of hemp
A look at arthritis in horses and why hemp is becoming a popular treatment option for this common condition. Hemp has been around for a…
Common supplements for horses
Take a look at some of the most common supplements for horses and how they can benefit your equine companions. Even if you’re feeding your…
