Can you afford to own a horse? How much does a horse cost? If you're thinking about entering the world of horse ownership, it's time to take a look at your budget. The initial purchase price is often a...
Summertime is a time for family, fun and the sun. If you’re the parent of a horse-crazy child, summertime also means horse time. One popular and often very memorable and educational way to help your child maximize summer horse...
Here is an article from a fellow veterinarian and his adventures of being an equine dentist where he performs many dentals a day:The morning air was cool and the sky streaked with swaths of pink and gold as I...
The human species wouldn’t be what it is today without the horse. While selective breeding of horses by humans has created the breeds we know and use today, horses helped change the populations of early human civilizations, too. The...
If I’ve learned anything over the past few years as a mother of two young children, it’s this: Horses make me a better mom. Despite the expense (a lot) and the time (also a lot) horses require, my experience...
If you’re looking for an educated prediction on which horse will win the 2019 Kentucky Derby, is there anyone better to ask than a member of that very exclusive club of past Derby champions? Here is an educated prediction...
The first Saturday in May is an iconic date for Kentuckians and fans of Thoroughbred racing. Since 1875, the Kentucky Derby has been held at Churchill Downs in Louisville, and May 4, 2019, will be the 145th running of...
Barn cats can make your farm feel complete. They usually spend their days hunting and patrolling the environment in and around the barn. After a long day of rodent hunting, these working cats tend to lean on their owners...
Naomi, the Sick Mule
"Hello, Dr. Diehl, this is Alan from Big Mountain Outfitters. I’ve got a sick mule!”I could hear the tension in his voice, and I tried to reassure him.“Alan, I’ll be right up to check her out....
Middleburg, Va., is a charming and historic town. It’s celebrated as the heart of Virginia’s foxhunting country, and is a mecca for equestrians year-round with no shortage of activities—from spring and fall racing to popular summer horse shows. Pristine...
