Category: Horse Health

Contracted heels are a common health problem, but they don’t have to become your horse’s “new normal”. Read any horse care literature these days and…

Ironically, restricting your easy keeper’s feed can actually lead to weight gain! To manage his weight and prevent health problems, follow these seven rules instead.…

Is your horse in need of rehab? Therapeutic ultrasound is showing promise as a successful way to treat equine injuries. Whatever your discipline, your horse…

The word colic is enough to send chills through any rider. Know when to call the vet, and what to do for your horse while…

Do you have apple cider vinegar in your kitchen cabinet? It’s also something that can do double duty in the barn. “As sour as vinegar.”…

Most veterinarians recommend horses get a West Nile vaccine every year. But how much do you actually know about the disease, the risk level and…

Ready for a full summer of riding? Acupressure can help your horse overcome stiffness and get back in shape. During the summer, we get excited…

Learn first aid for hoof emergencies in one of the most inconvenient environments you and your horse will encounter – out on the trail. Accidents happen.…

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…

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…

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…

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…