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Horse Health

Babies and Rabies

According to recent research published by the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, the current recommendations for the primary rabies…

18 years ago


Horse Choking

Q. If I suspect that my horse is choking, what first-aid protocol should I follow while waiting for the veterinarian…

18 years ago

Disease Reference: Botulism

Horses are more sensitive to botulism than any other domesticated animal species. The bacterium that causes this disease is ubiquitous…

18 years ago

Poisonous Blister Beetles

Cantharidin, the highly toxic substance found in blister beetles, can cause severe complications and death if ingested by your horse.…

18 years ago

Chill Out Brings Doubt

Researchers in Australia* are warning that there “is an urgent need for research” to confirm the efficacy and safety of…

18 years ago

Seven Tips for Preventing Colic

1. Routine: Keeping a consistent daily routine is important for horses. Any change in a horse’s routine can lead to…

18 years ago

Riding After Deworming

Q: I have a 12-year-old gelding on a regular deworming program (I rotate ivermectin, pyrantel pamoate, fenbendazole, and praziquantel/ivermectin) and…

18 years ago

Trail Riding Injuries

Getting out on the trail gives you and your horse an opportunity to enjoy a change of scenery or a…

18 years ago

The Stresses of Easy Living

It's a wonderful feeling to know that you're doing the best you can for your horse. When you consider how…

18 years ago

Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries

After his long winter off, you’ve put your horse through a springtime conditioning regimen, and he’s ready for competitions, weekend…

19 years ago