Endurance riding
Want to get out of the arena and build a stronger partnership with your horse? The sport of endurance riding might be for you! While…
Category: Horses
Days End Farm Horse Rescue
For equines arriving at Days End Farm Horse Rescue, it’s just the beginning of a brand new life. Kathleen Howe’s, founder of Days End Farm Horse…
Snakebites in horses
An integrative approach to the detection and management of snakebites. While curiosity is often a good feature in horses, it can sometimes come back to…
Deworming update
Many barns still use basic rotational deworming with chemical products for parasite control. However, recent information and research is warning of parasite resistance to certain…
Equine therapy for autism
Equine-assisted therapy and therapeutic riding can offer great benefits for those living with autism spectrum disorder. Nine-year-old Gabe had never uttered a word in his…
The energy field between you and your horse
Understanding the energy field between horses and humans can help you better connect with your horse. As electromagnetic beings, we all have an energy field around…
Should you invest in a grazing muzzle?
If your horse is an easy keeper, he may benefit from a grazing muzzle while on pasture. When your vet, farrier or best friend looks…
Signs of poor saddle fit
If you notice physical or behavioral changes in your horse, it may have more to do with the fit of your saddle than anything else.…
Laminitis — case study
If dealing with laminitis and founder in your horse is starting to feel hopeless, MdF’s successful rehabilitation may give you some inspiration and new ideas…
Giving your horse a bath
Does your horse hate being bathed? Here’s how to approach bath time a little differently to make it a positive experience for everyone. Many horses…
Coconut meal for horses
When it comes to feeds for horses, coconut meal is probably one of the last things you’d think of. But this “cool” new feed is low…
Kinesiology tape for horses
Kinesiology tape is not just for people, horses can benefit from it too. Find out how it works and where you can learn to do it…
