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Horse Health

Keep Your Horse Hydrated During Cold Winter Weather

An average adult horse drinks at least 10 gallons of water each day. Through most of the year, it's not…

11 years ago


Can Horses Get Frostbite?

Q: It's been bitterly cold at my farm this year—much worse than usual. My horses live outside, and they seem…

11 years ago

Senior Horses: Aged to Perfection

In the video below, Dr. Friend explains what he looks at during a routine exam of a senior horse. My…

11 years ago

Hitting a Nerve

Q: We bought a 5-year-old gelding that has laminitis. A vet suggested we block the nerves in his worst hoof.…

11 years ago

Vaccinating Young Horses

The years between weaning your foal and starting him under saddle at age three or four are important as they…

11 years ago

Colic 911

The term colic, used to describe a horse experiencing acute abdominal pain, usually elicits worried responses from horse owners, and…

11 years ago

Pre-Purchase Exam: Better Quality Assurance

If you can't judge a book by its cover, you certainly can't rely on casual observation when it comes to…

11 years ago

Dental Care for Young Horses

Just as with human children, regular dental care is important in young and growing horses. Proper attention to your horse’s…

11 years ago

Managing Parasites in Your Foal

Your veterinarian can help you customize a targeted parasite control plan specific to your foal. Photo courtesy Merck Animal Health…

11 years ago

Horsemanship How-to: Soothe the Fly-Sensitive Horse

Flies always provoke some kind of reaction around a horse, whether it’s a stomp of a hoof or a swish…

11 years ago