Horse Health
Concentrates
Concentrates Concentrates are grain mixtures formulated specifically for horses as a concentrated source of energy (calories). They provide much more…
Vital Signs
Vital Signs Knowing how a healthy horse looks and acts can help you catch illnesses and injuries early. Here’s a…
Vaccinations
Vaccinations Vaccinations can save your horse’s life by protecting him from various diseases. The American Association of Equine Practitioners recommends…
Question of the Week: Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
Q: I purchased my horse about a year ago, and he seemed to be perfectly healthy at the time. But…
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…
Beet Pulp
Beet Pulp Beet pulp is a high-fiber roughage source that is easily digested by horses. Since it is purchased in…
Alfalfa
Alfalfa Abundant in protein and calcium, alfalfa is a good source of forage for young, growing horses and lactating mares.…
Horse Health Glossary
Recognizing health problems in your horse is the first step toward treating them. For some problems, early recognition can mean…
Wounds
Wounds What it is: Lacerations (cuts) and puncture wounds. Symptoms: Variable, depending on the type of wound, its severity and…
Thrush
What it is: A disease of the hoof’s frog, with an accompanying secondary bacterial infection. In extreme cases it can…