Healing your Horse
Sometimes a special horse comes into your life. Perhaps he’s been rescued from abuse or neglect, has sustained a significant injury, or has simply been…
Category: Horse Lifestyle
Ranger to the rescue
It’s usually clear why a horse finds his way to our sanctuary – abuse, neglect or injury lead him to our door. Or maybe he’s…
Warts
What causes warts on a horse’s mouth, and how do you treat them? Equine Wellness turned to an expert for the answer. Warts are caused…
Dynamic Saddle Fitting
How old-fashioned static saddle fitting differs from dynamic saddle fit for the moving horse. Three different metal parts used in riding come in close contact with…
Fly repellents and grooming products for horses
A professional groom’s guide to selecting grooming and fly repellents for your horse. I’m often asked which grooming products and fly repellents should be used…
Boarding Contracts
Detailed and thorough boarding contracts are a must for any boarding facility. Everyone who boards even just one horse should have a written boarding contract. Why? Simply…
Protecting Your Horse From Mosquitoes
The warmer weather brings seasonal pests, including mosquitoes. Horse owners understand the importance of managing their horses’ exposure to mosquitoes that may carry and spread deadly EEE (eastern…
Language of Horses
The top 10 equine body language postures you should pay attention to. Who hasn’t taken the time to sit and enjoy her horse on a warm…
Using Honey to Treat Wounds
How can honey and other common substances help to treat wounds? EW asks an expert. Q. I have a horse that got a nasty bite wound…
Spoiled Acres Rescue
Equine Wellness will donate 40% of each subscription purchased using promo code EWA016 to Spoiled Acres Rescue. Location of Spoiled Acres Rescue: Aurora, Indiana Year established:…
Iron Gait Percherons
Equine Wellness will donate 40% of each subscription purchased using promo code EWA062 to Iron Gait Percherons. Location of Iron Gait Percherons: Waleska, GA Year…
Gastric Ulcers
Q. What complementary medicine/modality do you recommend for gastric ulcers? A. There are many possible treatments for gastric ulcers, however, it is important to try…