The Elements of Chinese Medicine — is your horse Earth or Metal?
Understanding your horse’s “element” can help deepen the bond you share with him. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at Earth and Metal…
Category: Horses
Working with timid horses
Building trust is the key to rehabilitating timid horses. Timid horses are my favorites to work with. Once you show them you are trustworthy, they…
Equine leaky gut syndrome – nutrients for a healthy gastrointestinal tract
A leaky gut allows undesirable molecules into your horse’s body. Here, we highlight nutrients important to gastrointestinal tract (GIT) barrier function and health, including specific…
How to rehabilitate overgrown hooves
Overgrown hooves are a common problem in rescue horses that have not been cared for properly. If you have adopted such a horse, here’s what…
The do’s and don’ts of rehabilitating your injured horse
Injuries happen, and getting your horse back into work as soon as possible depends on implementing and carrying through with a good rehabilitation program. Whether…
Pine Nut wild horse advocates
This organization pairs up with local residents and the BLM to protect wild horses. When it comes to preserving and protecting wild horses, activist organizations…
Wound care for your horse
Accidents can and do happen – these basic wound care tips for treating your horse will help you be better prepared. Injuries, wounds and lacerations…
Trick training for your horse
Here’s how to use tricks to develop a positive relationship with your horse. Teaching your horse some simple tricks can bring many benefits to both…
Muscle soreness in horses – how to recognize and treat it
Is your horse suffering from primary or secondary muscle soreness? Learn the difference between the two, know what signs to look for, and what the…
When disaster strikes: are you and your horse ready?
When dealing with a disaster, an ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure. Learn how to prepare yourself and your horses, come…
Responsible horse breeding
Mass versus selective breeding – we take a hard look at the ethical and financial aspects of the horse breeding industry. Highly controversial and difficult…
Tack room makeover
Check out these eco-friendly and affordable tips for transforming your tack room. Considering changes to your tack room? Maybe you want to get more organized,…
