The Flat Hoof
Today’s horses are much more prone to flat feet. Learn why, and what you can do about it. When a foal is born, his coffin…
Category: Horse Health
Talking with Dr. Cathy Alinovi
Dr. Cathy Alinovi – veterinarian, animal lover, and nationally celebrated author – knew she wanted to be an animal doctor since she was nine years…
Eyeing Up IRAP
This emerging therapy for horses, can enhance the body’s ability to help itself. Over the last decade or so, numerous advances have been made in the…
How to control dust in your arena
Arenas are like horses; they are all unique. But one thing they have in common is their need for regular maintenance to fight dust. Take a…
Let’s Look at Anhidrosis
If your horse loses his ability to sweat, it can have a serious impact on his health. Here’s what you need to know. We often…
Herbs for Performance Recovery
Learn about a number of natural ways to help with recovery for your performance horse. Recovery is a real concern for performance horses. Whether they’re…
All About Bone Splints
How bad are bone splints, and what’s the appropriate treatment plan? Has your horse ever “popped a splint”? Bone splints can range from a cosmetic…
Light Therapy For Your Horse
A look at photonic therapy and the many ways it can help your horse. Several years ago, we were at a conference where an Australian…
Winter hoof care
Being knee deep in mud and snow can be a challenge to your horse. Here are some tips on proper winter hoof care. As a…
What’s what with toxic plants
Do you know what’s what when it comes to toxic plants and your horse? In the last warm days before the colder weather sets in,…
Feeding horses essential fatty acids
Research shows that feeding horses essential fatty acids can support skin, hooves, brain, joints, as well as digestive, reproductive and pulmonary systems. Recent research indicates…
Less Is Best With Floating Teeth
When it comes to your horse’s teeth, “less is more” may be the way to go. Have you ever worked with a farrier who had…
