Is your saddle hurting your horse’s back?
Pinpointing the root cause when your horse seems “off” can be challenging. Here’s how to figure out if his saddle is the problem. Consider the…
Category: Horse Health
How to identify and release pain and restrictions in your horse
Are old or new injuries causing your horse pain? Use this cross-fiber grooming technique to release any restrictions, improve his posture, and ease his discomfort.…
How rider weight affects your horse
Rider weight is less important than skill when it comes to protecting your horse’s spine. If we were sensible, we would be riding cows, not…
10 common health mistakes horse caretakers make
Are you making any of these common mistakes when it comes to your horse’s health? As a practicing equine ambulatory veterinarian, I typically see my…
4 reasons your horse’s hooves might be causing him pain
Is your horse letting on that he has pain in his hooves? Here are four common reasons why this might be the case. Our equine…
Hidden toxins around your farm
Protect your horses by keeping an eye out for these hidden toxins around your farm! Even the most diligent horse caretakers may find themselves dealing…
New study to help develop health and well-being guidelines for air-transported horses
Tens of thousands of horses are transported by air every year, yet very little is known about how stressors on planes increase their risk of…
Top tips for preventing equine ulcers
Feeding a species-appropriate diet and taking steps to reduce your horse’s stress can lower his chance of developing a gastric ulcer. Have you ever heard…
A species-appropriate approach to equine gut disease
Making sure your horse has a more species-appropriate lifestyle can decrease her risk of developing equine gut disease. Equine gut disease has reached epidemic proportions…
How pour-in pads can prevent and aid hoof issues
Looking for some extra hoof protection for your barefoot horse? Here’s how pour-in pads can help prevent and treat common hoof issues. As glove provides…
Calendula for horses
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a beautiful yellow flower that can benefit your horse’s skin health! Often confused with the regular marigolds you see in people’s…
Practical ways to extend your horse’s lifespan
Improve your horse’s well-being and longevity with this helpful health advice. No matter how long you’ve had your horse, the two of you have a…