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Cynthia McFarland

Turnout Time

Researchers at the University of Rennes in France recently conducted a study that involved 184 horses at 22 French riding…

12 years ago


Stress Less

The following factors help decrease stabling stress: Stall fronts and doors made of steel mesh or grillwork to increase your…

12 years ago

Vaccinating Foals: Make Sure Young Horses Have Vital Protection

You’ve spent many months planning and waiting for your new foal. It’s important that you take steps to protect him…

12 years ago

Train Your Foal to Tie Safely

Photo: Cheryl Winters Richard Winters, a longtime clinician and 2009 champion of the Road to the Horse colt-starting competition, believes…

12 years ago

Parasite Control Strategies for Boarded Horses

Owners who board their horses can take steps to ensure their horses are protected from parasite infestation. Photo: Leslie Potter…

13 years ago

How to Speak Horse

In the 1920s, author Hugh Lofting wrote a series of charming children’s books about Doctor Doolittle, whose pet parrot, Polynesia,…

13 years ago

Does Your Horse Need Prebiotics and Probiotics?

Stress from travel, competition or a lack of turnout can upset the balance of beneficial bacteria in a horse's intestinal…

13 years ago

How to Handle Rider Emergencies at the Barn

When you head to the barn to saddle up, the last thing you’re thinking about is an accident or injury.…

14 years ago

Fighting the Dewormer Resistance

When Sarah’s horse almost died from a severe case of small strongyles, she was stunned. He was on a regular…

14 years ago

Tax Issues for Equestrians

As April 15 looms, horse owners and equine business owners join the millions of other U.S. citizens preparing their annual…

14 years ago