Vaccination Guidelines

Vaccination Guidelines on Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price These guidelines are meant to serve as a guide for veterinarians who use vaccines in their practices. These guidelines are not intended … Read more

Tapeworms in Horses

Tapeworms in Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Anoplocephala Perfoliata is a common equine tapworm. It can be found on all properties that horses have access to pasture. It’s not unusual … Read more

Hoof Abscesses

Hoof Abscesses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Many horse owners are familiar with this scenario: Yesterday your horse was healthy, but today your horse is crippled. What could have … Read more

Overweight Horse

Overweight Horse

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Special Care & Nutrition Horse ownership is a rewarding business. Many horses will eat more than they need if given the chance, … Read more

Signs of a Healthy Horse

Signs of a Healthy Horse

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price My advice to veterinary students is to see a lot of horses that are healthy and sound in order to identify … Read more

Tick Control in Horses

Tick Control in Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Ticks are an increasing parasite of horses in the United States. They are common in many parts of the country, where they … Read more

Beneath The Surface of Rain Rot

Rain Rot on Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Learn more about the contagious bacterial skin condition dermatophilosis. Prevention is important and treatment is crucial. A skin condition known as … Read more

Using Draw Reins and Side Reins

Using Draw Reins and Side Reins

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Lisa Zinger, FEI Dressage competitor, explains draw reins and side reins with tips for avoiding common errors. What are the purposes … Read more

To Shoe or Not to Shoe?

Horse Shoe

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Based on your horse’s individual needs, decide whether you will shoe or leave him barefoot. A horse’s hoof can, in many … Read more

How Horses Sleep: Power Naps

Horses Power Naps

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Studies of herds of wild and semi-wild horses show that horses take “power naps” and use the buddy system to get … Read more

Get a Grip on Headshaking Syndrome

Headshaking Syndrome on Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price This cranial-nerve disorder can be managed to improve the quality of your horse’s life. Trigeminal-mediated head shaking, a nerve disorder that … Read more

5 Common Sport Horse Injuries

Common Sport Horse Injuries

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price You can find out if your horse is at high risk for these sidelines, including deep digital flexor tendon and suspensory … Read more

Lyme Disease in Horses

Lyme Disease in Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Lyme disease in horses is on the rise. Here are the facts. Stiffness in the right hock of your horse was the … Read more

Torn Horse Tendon

Torn Horse Tendon

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price To give your horse the best chance of a complete recovery after a tendon tear, learn what to do at each … Read more

Bang Your Horse’s Tail

Bang Your Horse’s Tail

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price To make your horse look more fuller and cleaner, you can simply bangle their tail. This is a simple way to … Read more

Combat Hock Problems in Horses

Hock Problems in Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price These critical joints can be damaged by wear and tear. These are the most recent targeted treatments to prevent hock problems in … Read more

How Horses Sleep

How Horses Sleep

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price What is the best way for your horse to sleep well? Experts in equine behavior say that it may not be what … Read more

Swollen Leg: Cellulitis

Swollen Leg Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price This microbial infection can be treated quickly by taking immediate action. Although your horse seemed fine last night when you left … Read more

Can My Horse Have Beer?

Can My Horse Have Beer?

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price A reader asked if her horse can drink beer. Q A racehorse trainer in Ireland once said to me that horses are … Read more

The Benefits of Leasing a Horse

Leasing a Horse

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Leasing a horse can be a cost-saving option for those who are budget conscious. This arrangement is essentially a formal rental agreement … Read more

Suspensory Injuries in Horses

Suspensory Injuries in Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price However, a torn suspensory nerve can end your horse’s career. Early diagnosis and treatment can make a difference. The suspensory ligament … Read more

How To Get Rid of Rain Rot

Get Rid of Rain Rot

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price A. Rain rot is an equine bacterial skin condition caused by Dermatophilus consgolensis. These scabs are crusty and can cause bare patches on the … Read more

To Ease the Stress of Estrus

Stress of Estrus Mare Horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price You notice your mare becoming more cranky as the days get longer and you anticipate more riding time. You should be careful … Read more

Sweet itch

sweet itch on horses

Last Updated on February 19, 2022 by Allison Price Sweet itching is one of the most common allergies that horses suffer from in the UK. Learn how to prevent and … Read more

Mud fever in horses

Mud Fever in Horses

Last Updated on February 18, 2022 by Allison Price What is mud fever? This term can also be used to describe a variety of skin conditions, commonly known as pastern … Read more