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Emergency Planning

Horses present a special challenge when a major disaster hits, and we want all of our readers to stay safe, along with their horses. It’s always a good reminder to have emergency planning in place and be ready in case of a natural disaster or other emergency. Wildfires, floods, and hurricanes are among the most destructive disasters. If you have to evacuate your home, it’s essential to know what options you have for your animals. Horse Illustrated shares tips on emergency planning and first aid and shares stories from those who have dealt with major catastrophes. In addition, we share news about recent natural disasters and how they’ve impacted the horse industry.

Emergency and Natural Disaster Preparedness with Horses

Each year, hurricanes, wildfires, and severe storms force thousands across the country to evacuate their homes. When preparing for a…

6 days ago


Hurricane Helene Relief: Donations Needed for Human, Equine, and Other Animal Aid

Despite sparse coverage on national news, the devastation left in Hurricane Helene’s wake is unimaginable, according to those with boots…

2 months ago

Keeping Horses and Property Safe in a Storm

Severe thunderstorms with high winds, lightning, and hail are never any fun, but they often pass by without causing any…

1 year ago

Emergency Alerts for Equestrians

These handy devices alert EMS or contacts in case of emergency. Some feature fall-detection, GPS location and two-way communication as…

2 years ago

Free Barn Fire Prevention Seminar

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 326 deadly barn fires occurred during the period 2013-2017. In 2022 a…

2 years ago

Avoiding Equine Legal Issues

Because virtually every aspect of horse ownership carries some degree of risk, horse owners should consider the possibility that things…

3 years ago

How to Clean Buckets, Feed Tubs, Water Tanks and Hay Nets

One stable chore that should be done regularly is cleaning and disinfecting the containers from which a horse eats and…

4 years ago

Horse Owners Challenged to Rebound after Hurricane Laura

While horse owners in East Texas and along the Louisiana's Gulf Coast are still reeling from Hurricane Laura's aftermath, the…

4 years ago

Horse Emergency Planning Tips

It's always a good reminder to have a plan and be ready in case of a natural disaster or other…

5 years ago

Road-Ready Tips for Hauling Horses – Part 3

In Part 1 of Road-Ready Tips for Hauling Horses, we looked at routine cleaning and checking of your horse trailer.…

10 years ago