Hives In Horses: What They Are And When To Worry
When your horse greets you with large areas of their body suddenly covered in clusters of bumps, you might wonder if they are experiencing a medical emergency. Urticaria, or hives, are flat, raised areas of skin that tend to form localized clusters. They can vary in size and appearance and may or may not itch. […]
Healthy Treats For Horses
Whether you want to motivate your horse to learn new skills or simply strengthen your bond, treats are often the quickest way to a horse’s heart. They can even help your horse learn to tolerate a new experience like trailering or veterinary care. Choosing wholesome treats for your horse allows you to reward them without […]
All About Feed Supplements
Feed supplements are a powerful way to boost your horse’s health from the inside out. Even with plenty of grazing and high-quality feed, there are some nutrients that can be missing from your horse’s diet. If your horse is athletic, a senior, or suffers from a chronic condition, you can use supplements to support their […]
Fleas And Ticks On Horses
Warm weather brings pesky parasites. Not only can tiny, blood-sucking creatures really bug your horse, they can also spread disease. Here is what you should know about fleas and ticks on horses and how you can manage them so your horse stays healthy. Ticks On The Trail Riding on wooded trails in the summer is […]
Fly Control Tips For Horse Owners
Flies can really bug you and your horse, but they can also facilitate the spread of disease and parasites. Use these fly control tips to keep your horse safe, healthy, and disease-free. Identify Flies In Your Stable Your fly control initiative begins with identifying the types of flies that live in your horse’s environment. House […]
Hay Feeding Selection and Storage
For your horse, hay is a superfood. It can provide all of the nutrients they need to thrive, plus the stimulation they need when they are not able to graze. Here is everything you need to know about feeding, selecting, and storing hay for your horse. How To Feed Hay To Your Horse Forage should […]
Fall Hoof Care for Horses
With the leaves turning colors and pumpkin spice in the air, it is time for another fall season staple: hoof care for horses. While you may take excellent care of your horse’s hooves year-round, the autumn season calls for a few special considerations. Fickle weather and rainy days bring environmental changes that can put your […]
Fall Deworming For Horses
As summer comes to an end and the leaves start to change color, it is time to start thinking about fall deworming for horses. Most horses, even those found to be low-risk carriers, should be dewormed in the fall after the first frost for a fresh start in the following seasons. Using appropriate deworming products […]
Enteroliths in Horses – A Common Cause Of Colic
Every horse will, from time to time, swallow small nonfood objects. Pebbles, clumps of hair, pieces of twine, wire, and other foreign bodies can usually pass through the horse’s digestive system without issue. In some cases, though, thin layers of minerals build up around the object, forming an enterolith. Enteroliths in horses, sometimes called gut […]
Elder Horse Care Tips For Your Horse’s Golden Years
As your horse gets older, you may notice subtle changes in their health and behavior that indicate they are getting old or beginning to slow down. While some horses become elderly at just 15 years of age, others will make it to their early 20s and beyond with little to no signs of slowing down. […]
How To Detect And Treat Hock Or Stifle Soreness
Any time your horse shows signs of pain or stiffness in their joints, it can seem to come out of nowhere. Horses generally avoid showing signs of pain, so by the time you notice a change in their gait, it may be difficult to link soreness to a specific event. What is more, it can […]
Common Eye Problems in Horses
Your horse’s vision is the primary way they take in their surroundings and navigate their environment. Loss of eyesight is one of the most common reasons for the premature end of a horse’s riding, working, or competitive career. Squinting, watery eyes, swelling, redness, discoloration to any part of the eye, and sensitivity to sunlight are […]
Caring For A Horse With Hearing Loss
Whether you have recently acquired a deaf horse or your older horse has started to lose their hearing, you may be surprised at how well it adjusts. Deaf horses can work, compete, trail ride, and do just about anything that a hearing horse can do. There is even a deaf horse named Smash who works […]
Understanding Choke In Horses
Choking in horses occurs when there is an obstruction in the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. Not to be confused with choking, which is when food blocks the trachea or windpipe, choke in horses does not interfere with their ability to breathe. However, it does prevent them from […]
What You Need To Know About Cracked Hooves In Horses
If you pick and inspect your horse’s hooves before and after riding, you may occasionally notice chips or cracks in the hoof wall. The hoof wall is much like a fingernail or toenail. Made up of keratin, it protects the delicate inner structures of your horse’s hooves from hard surfaces, moisture, and infection. Most of […]