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Horse Ownership

Manage your horse’s environment to curb cribbing

Your horse presses his top teeth against a solid object, arches his neck, and swallows air in a rocking motion.…

14 years ago

Field Guide to Horse Blanket Fabrics

When selecting a blanket for your horse, you may encounter some unfamiliar textile terms. Liz Russell, corporate communications specialist for…

14 years ago

Field Guide to Horse Blanket Fit

Liz Russell, corporate communications specialist with Dover Saddlery, offers the following blanket fit checkpoints: Start by fastening the chest closure.…

14 years ago

Field Guide to Horse Blanket Styles

Many types of horse clothing are available. Some blankets are designed for use while the horse is turned out, while…

14 years ago

Question of the Week: Starting a Horse Boarding Business

  Q: My wife and I would like to start up a breeding and boarding operation. What do we need…

14 years ago

Deworming strategies for horse owners at boarding stables

  If you board your horse, a safe and healthy environment for your horse is of utmost importance. With resistance…

14 years ago

Question of the Week: Corral Mud Management

Horses often won't choose to move to shelter or higher ground, even if we think it's in their own best…

14 years ago

What should you do if you encounter severe weather while trailering your horse?

The severe weather season is upon us, and when things get rough, we’re reminded to DUCK: D – Go DOWN…

14 years ago

Biosecurity tips for horse owners

With summer just around the corner, many of us are getting ready to enjoy the prime time of our equine-enthusiast…

14 years ago

Be on the look out for sweet itch this summer

“Sweet…”, as a modern term, denotes pleasure and enjoyment. However, for a horse, sweet itch can be anything but “sweet…”.…

14 years ago