The benefits of long lining
You may be wondering if long-lining applies to you. But once you realize the true benefits and advantages, you’ll want to build it into your…
Category: Horse Health
Poisonous Plants in the Pasture
Some plants are good for us; others are not. It’s a simple rule, and it also applies to our horses. Some plants benefit an equine’s…
Osteopathy for horses
Osteopathy is a tried and tested therapy that treats not only lameness in horses, but also behavioral issues and various diseases. Osteopathy has been around…
Treating your horse’s wounds — holistically
Recognizing and dealing with your horse’s wounds in a holistic way helps ensure successful recovery. Knowing a bit about wounds and wound healing is important…
Supplements for you and your horse
The topic of supplements has become quite complex. Knowing the basic nutritional elements your horse requires can improve his health and well-being. Nutrition isn’t an…
Hoof Abscess Prevention & Treatment
Chances are, you’ve had to deal with at least one hoof abscess. At times, the symptoms are dramatic – the horse may be lame and…
The Value of a Good Barefoot Trim
What constitutes a correct barefoot trim? This is the most frequently asked question I hear from clients. This question is like a lightning rod for…
How Your Balance Effects Your Horse’s
Most riders spare no expense in caring for their horses, often neglecting themselves in the process. But did you know your own balance and structural…
Traveling Equine Dentistry
At a youthful 55, Cliff Hanna is not a boisterous, good-ol’-boy, slap-on-the-back kinda guy. He is a quiet, watchful man and it suits his profession…
TMJ and Equine Balance
Over the last ten years, the horse market has been flooded with medications for gastric ulcers, neurologic diseases, inflammatory conditions and all kinds of other…
How To Help Your Underweight Horse
We hear so much these days about overweight horses and their health problems, that those of us with an underweight horse feel almost fortunate! But don’t…
Importance of Proper Dental Care
When done properly, equine dental care means more than leveling a wave, removing a hook or taking sharp points off. Horses, like most grazing animals, have…
