Horse Health
Ears First into Trouble: A Really Old Donkey Wreaks Havoc on the Farm
The oldest horse I’d ever worked on was 34, so when Robyn announced that her donkey was 47, I was…
AAEP Foundation Renamed The Foundation for the Horse
The AAEP Foundation, which for 25 years has served as the charitable arm of the American Association of Equine Practitioners…
United States Pony Clubs Symposium and Convention to be Held Where the Mountains Meet the Sea in 2020
Equestrians of all ages and disciplines are invited to attend the 2020 United States Pony Clubs Equine Symposium and Convention,…
Vet Adventures: The Gloves are Off (for an Equine Rectal Exam)
Sage stood miserably in the corner of his stall and didn’t react as I approached him. The sour barn manager…
January 2020 SmartPak SmartTip of the Month: Omega 3-Omega 6 Balance
Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids are both essential to your horse’s diet because they support everything from individual cellular…
Horse Emergency Planning Tips
It's always a good reminder to have a plan and be ready in case of a natural disaster or other…
Initial Results from UK Indoor Horse Arena Survey Released
When University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment graduate student Staci McGill set out to learn more about…
Warding Off West Nile: Protecting Your Horse from West Nile Virus
It may seem as if West Nile virus has always been a threat to horses. However, it only arrived on…
Emergency Response: Dealing with Trail Riding Emergencies
Trail riding is a fun opportunity to form a lasting bond with your horse while taking in the beauty of…
November 2019 SmartPak SmartTip of the Month: With Changing Seasons, Should Supplements Change?
Thumbs Up: Evaluating Your Horse’s Supplement Program During Changing Seasons The weather is cooling down, and the leaves are turning…