Month: February 2022

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of a wild horse? Our minds tend to think … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Measuring intelligence–whether it’s between humans or completely different species–is far from easy. There are many types of intelligence. This is part of … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price What is the first thing you think of when you think about a mustache? Maybe an old western movie where two cowboys … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price What is a chestnut-colored pony? This is a multimillion-dollar question that has been debated over the years. The color of chestnut horses can … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price How many times have you seen a non-horseperson panickingly run up to you and say, “Your horse has died in the … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Horses are the most iconic image we have of horses. They can be seen galloping across open fields with the wind … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Ringbone is a condition that causes lameness in horses’ coffin and pastern joints. Ringbone is a progressive degenerative condition that can get … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price There are many names for arthritis, including degenerative joint disease and osteoarthritis. However, the result is that your horse will have … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price The skin, which is the largest organ of the body, serves many important functions. The skin of horses can develop redness, itching, … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Seizures are caused by abnormal brain electrical activity. Seizures are sudden and can end abruptly. Sometimes they can occur again. There are three types … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Ligaments and tendon are essential parts of the musculoskeletal, which includes muscles and bones. All of these components together provide support to … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Learn more about how to bring horses back into the workplace. Adam Cummins is the Centre Manager at Penny Farm Rescue and … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Learn who should inspect a horse’s dental health, how often to check it and how to spot any problems. Sam Bescoby, … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price It was discovered that horse meat was mistakenly labelled as beef in early 2013. This highlighted the fact that consumers have … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Learn how to manage your paddock so your horse, pasture, and soil are healthy. What’s pasture management? Pasture management (or grassland … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price What are the effects of worms on horses? How can I control worms in horses? When should I worm my horse. How … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Guide to feeding your horse the right nutrition, including tips on how to start making changes. Each horse is different and … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Learn how to recognize ragwort, and how to get rid of it. Are you worried about a horse that you saw … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price HOW TO TELL A HORSE IF HE IS PREGNANT The experience of breeding horses can be intense and rewarding, regardless of … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price HOW TO DETECT IF A HORSE TRUSTS You Every horseback rider wants the ability to trust their horse. A horse that trusts … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price There are many ways you can get involved in the equine community. Although most horse lovers would love to own a horse, … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Summer is a wonderful time to ride outside. However, summer is also peak fly season. Pesky flies can cause itchy, irritating bites … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Horses can be described using multiple terms to distinguish males from females. It is essential to be familiar with the terms used … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price A colt is a male horse that is less than four years old, while a uncastrated male horse with a height … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Q.Do you have any advice or knowledge about equine neckworms? My mare may be suffering from neck threadworms. Although she has always had … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price The lymphatic system, which is an important component in the cardiovascular system, includes lymphatic vessels, lymphodes, tonsils and lymph nodes. Lymph is … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price All animals, including horses, are at greater risk from snakebite due to the long summer heat. The pit vipers are the most … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price What do you know about this leafy green legume, Alfalfa can be found in some parts of the country as a … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Horses love apples. But can they eat bananas, pear, or other fruits? Yes! Yes! Horses can be fed different fruits from time to … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price It’s a beautiful spring day and you are looking forward to a great ride. Your horse suddenly starts to flip his nose … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Hunter/jumper riders who wish to become professional hunters/jumpers will not find any shortcuts but will be supported by many. Karen Healey, … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price A reader asked: I worry that my horse doesn’t drink enough water. What should my horse drink each day? How can I make … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Research has shown that the sex ratio between foals and their parents is affected by the age of the horses. The … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price It is important to regularly check your horse’s temperature. This will allow you to detect potential problems early and prevent them … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Although the equine stafle is very similar to the human knee anatomically and physiologically it is more complicated and more stable. The … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price A simple, safe sports massage method can help with some back problems in horses. How do you feel when your back … Read more

Last Updated on February 22, 2022 by Allison Price Horse care is not complete without proper trimming and shoeing. Knowing the core principles of horse care will enable you to identify … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Deborah Borra jumped from harp-playing and real estate to become a commercial Swedish Warmblood breeder. She was as knowledgeable about business … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Your gelding arrives with a cut on the pastern. The cut doesn’t seem too serious so you clean it up and apply … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Horses almost never lose their hair. However, in extreme cases like starvation, horses can develop hairless spots from time to time. These … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Arthroscopy is often required to diagnose and treat injuries to the stifle. It involves inserting an endoscope through small incisions. According to … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Horses suffering from inflammatory airway disease (also known as heaves) can lose their ability to be athletes. The onset of the disease … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Although cold weather can affect many horses and their owners in the Northern Hemisphere region, ambient temperature does not have any … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Spaying is a surgical procedure that removes the female reproductive organs from small animals such as dogs and cats. It prevents the … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Chaff is a chopped form of hay that can be stored for horses if you have difficulty finding or storing it. Some … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price There are many decisions involved in breeding a mare. Some require a lot of thought (“What stallion should i choose?”), while … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price You are looking at a horse you might purchase and you love every aspect of him… except his blue eyes! You remember … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Are you seeing more horse owners asking for wheat bran during winter? These well-meaning people are likely to make homemade bran mash … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Fescue…what’s not love about it? It has many benefits for landowners in North America as well as other parts of the globe … Read more

Last Updated on February 21, 2022 by Allison Price Older horses continue to be plagued by the pituitary paras intermedia dysfunction (equine Cushing’s disease), PPID is the most common hormonal or … Read more