Over the years, I’ve owned multiple horses that required a grazing muzzle, including my current two. I consider myself a bit of a grazing muzzle aficionado, but as with any management tool, it’s important to stay current on updates...
Though you may not have thought much about it, botulism is a very real threat to the wellbeing of a horse. However, it is preventable with good husbandry and routine vaccination.What is Botulism in Horses?
A disease caused by a...
Horse ownership comes with incredible rewards: the thrill of a pleasure ride, the camaraderie of competition, and the deep bond formed with a beloved companion. But alongside these joys comes the never-ending responsibility of care. From daily maintenance to...
Strangles. The name of the disease itself can allude to a terrible demise, but most horses that contract strangles recover with minimal lasting effects. If you’re lucky enough to have never had an outbreak at your barn, unfortunately chances...
It's likely that at some point during a horse’s life, he will need to be sedated, either for a routine procedure like a dental float or sheath cleaning, or possibly for a serious health issue that requires the horse...
Senior horses gradually require additional care as they age. Whether it’s handling heat and humidity, flies, or changes in diet requirements and exercise, you’ll want to adjust your management to fit your old buddy.This is particularly important should you...
While many experts agree that fleas are an uncommon parasite for horses, ticks can be prevalent and potentially present a danger to your horse’s health.Ticks are becoming an increasingly significant problem for horse owners in many areas of the...
Is your horse cold in the winter? The following excerpt from Keeping Horses Outdoors by Iveta Jebáčková-Lažanská helps answer that question by addressing the science behind your horse's temperature management.Horses are naturally equipped to handle the colder months; summer heat...
It's often what you can’t see that leads to trouble, and that’s definitely the case with white line disease. Understanding the nature of this condition, its signs, and effective treatment options will help horse owners to ensure the long-term...
Equine ulcers are a significant concern for many horse owners. Ulcers can affect all types of horses and have a variety of causes and clinical signs. Performance horses are especially prone to developing ulcers due to their lifestyle and...
