Month: February 2022

Last Updated on February 24, 2022 by Allison Price What images do you have of a horse enjoying a meal? Horses are happy herbivores who live off a vegan diet. You may … Read more

Last Updated on February 24, 2022 by Allison Price You might have wondered what the owner thought if he saw a horse in a blindfold frolicking in the field. You might … Read more

Last Updated on February 24, 2022 by Allison Price Strawberry roan horses are a beautiful, blush-colored horse that is sure to turn heads wherever they go. The horses’ coats are … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Understanding how your horse’s hair grows is key to bringing out his natural shine.Your horse’s color is so important to his … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price A cresty neck can indicate a higher risk of metabolic syndrome in horses. Australian research confirms what many horse owners and … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price It may seem like a new injury but the swelling around your fetlock could actually be an old injury. Windpuffs are … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These handy products are great for horses who don’t have enough grass or hay, but don’t want to use conventional concentrates. … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Reader asks for advice on how to help a horse that compulsively weaves in and out of his stall. Our expert has … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Here are some ways to lower the risk of introducing horses to established herds. It’s likely that you’ll never forget the … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Call your veterinarian if your horse experiences severe cramping. Keep him still until your vet arrives. It is important to bring … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price This important antioxidant is essential for horses that work. Its bioavailability, quality, and amount are all factors that make it a … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price It is common to have to bathe horses during equine events. Have fun! Let’s face facts: Horses love to play in dirt, … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Make sure you have the right solutions this season It is crucial to place the correct type of trap at the … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price To determine if your horse is at risk, take a closer look into the “gunk” in his eyes. Take a moment … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These wart-like growths can be removed but it is likely that they will cause more harm than good. You should not … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These are the techniques experienced trainers use in order to motivate their horses to perform. I began riding as soon as … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Here’s how to deal with mudders.The skin around the mare’s mammary cells produces a sebaceous oil that protects the delicate teat … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These are five options that you can consider if your horse is too sick or old to continue with his current … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Why do horses yawn so often? Researchers say there are many biological reasons horses yawn. However, a horse who yawns often could … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These are the three main mechanisms that horses use to keep cool. Horses are cooled by perspiration through evaporation. Water is … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Understanding the normal behavior of mares and foals will allow you to identify and manage health issues before they become serious. … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These guidelines can help you and your veterinarian evaluate the future health prospects of horses with old tendon injuries. For Practical Horseman … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These are five signs that your horse’s vision health could be at risk. Ocular problems in horses can be subtle. A … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Researchers found that there was no difference in lameness scores between doubled doses. Although it doesn’t provide more pain relief for … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Are technological advances helping or hurting modern horse breeding? Nature strives for balance between species and their environment. For example, mice have … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price You can choose from English, Western, Australian, or endurance saddles. They are all designed to keep you and the horse comfortable … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Scientists are still trying to figure out why these “stones” in the intestinal tract form. However, you can reduce the risk for … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price You can help your horse overcome nervousness by being a source of comfort, security and safety. Here are some tips. Few people … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Your horse’s lips may be flapping when he starts to do this. People can find great entertainment in the hollow sound … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Here’s what horse gum color tells us about his health, from salmon pink to brick red. Don’t be surprised if your … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Research has not shown that horses with curly coats are more likely to cause allergic reactions in humans. German researchers have … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Here are some ways to reduce flaky skin and make sure it isn’t a sign of a health problem. It is … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price It is possible to make horses’ confinement in stalls more comfortable and healthier by making small but important changes. I wish … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price A study in England has shown that hoof corrections are most effective when done early in the horse’s lives. According to … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price You can still enjoy the benefits of a large farm with a little effort even if your horses are kept on … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price It’s important to ensure that your horse’s sniffles don’t become a serious health problem. It’s not the best thing for your … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Sometimes, a bit-free headgear can be the best solution for horses with sensitive ears or difficult training issues. It was an … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price You can help your horse by overcoming the common myths surrounding this contagious disease. Perhaps it is the name that makes … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Quine polyuria may be caused by a poor diet, a behavioral problem, or a sign that there is a disease. Q: … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price A geneticist for horses explains the unusual white markings on horses’ coats. Q: My 12-year-old chestnut Arabian mare (almost straight Egyptian) … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price If you see a horse in distress, you will want to help. It is important to be aware of what you can … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Equine conjunctivitis can cause swelling and irritation in the horse’s eyes. This is a bacterial infection. It’s always a concern to see … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price This bacterial infection was once found mostly in California. It has been confirmed in 25 other states. Here are six little-known facts … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Here are some tips for when your gelding attempts to take over the role of stallion within his herd. Q: My … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price What is on your list? You can use the national weather map to help you get out of your post-holiday stupor. What will … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Researchers examine the effectiveness of a surgical option for treating locking stifles. Study shows that “sticky” stifles can be fixed with … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Here are some common hoof problems, ranked in order of most to least serious.A defect in the hoof wall should be … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price These are the signs to watch out for and what you should do if your horse is showing signs of gas … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Fat horses eat less than their lean counterparts when they are allowed to make their own decisions and get as much … Read more

Last Updated on February 23, 2022 by Allison Price Understanding how your horse sees the world is key to shaping his performance and gaining his trust. You see that little … Read more