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Horse Health

When Can a Young Horse Start Jumping?

Q. I have a 4-year-old warmblood that I want to begin jumping. My vet is going to examine him to…

17 years ago


Too Many Treats

Q. I have a tendency to spoil my horse with treats (carrots, apples, cookies, peppermints, et cetera). My friends tease…

17 years ago

Equine Massage

After a long day in the office or a hard workout, a massage is the perfect answer to relieve those…

17 years ago

Check Winter Feed

Most of the hay you’re buying this time of year has been stored in a barn—someplace—for a while. Although hay…

17 years ago

30 Nutrition Tips

1. Most horses benefit from free-choice access to forage, preferably grass hay or non-irrigated pasture. 2.  Rotate pastures. Overgrazed pastures…

17 years ago

Storing Bagged Horse Feed

Keeping your bagged equine feeds fresh helps ensure they are safe and nutritious for your horse. We asked Eric Haydt,…

17 years ago

Horse Illustrated’s Guide to Supplements

The world of nutraceuticals is a confusing one for the consumer. The products look promising, but sometimes the labels read…

17 years ago

Horse Warmth in Winter

Q. In the winter, how do I know if my horse is warm enough?  Is his winter coat sufficient for…

17 years ago

Avoid the Sand Trap

Many horse owners watch their horses nibble away at grass and hay, knowing that they’re also ingesting a certain amount…

17 years ago

Sunburned Horses

If your horse has a lot of white on his face he probably also has quite a bit of pink…

17 years ago