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Horses in barn
January 26, 2012

A Healthy Home Life: Clean, Airy Stalls Advantageous for Horses

In recent years, the dwindling number of acres dedicated to horse production has drastically altered traditional, free-roaming management systems Read more
Drowsy quarter horse standing outside
January 24, 2012

Abdominal Obstructions in Horses

Enteroliths receive the most attention as causes of intestinal tract obstruction. However, there are other, less frequently encountered obstructions Read more
Picking out a horse's hoof
January 23, 2012

Cold Weather Hoof Care

Shod or unshod, your horse’s hooves still need to be picked out and inspected every day through the winter. Read more
Horse grazing in sandy pasture
January 18, 2012

Is Your Horse Ingesting Sand?

A certain amount of ingested sand passes through the digestive tract, but in some cases, large amounts of sand Read more
Foal laying down in grass
January 16, 2012

Treating Diarrhea in Foals

Diarrhea in foals is not uncommon; can be related to a variety of causes; and is often self-limiting, clearing Read more
Yearlings standing in pasture
January 03, 2012

Behavior Differences by Gender in Young Horses

Studies in dogs and humans have shown that young females are generally more anxious than young males when presented Read more
Close-up of senior horse's eye
December 30, 2011

Health Problems Identified and Treated in Geriatric Horses

Horses over 15 years of age make up a significant percentage of the equine population in some countries. Owners Read more
Woman in barn aisle with senior horse
December 28, 2011

The Way to a Horse’s Heart Is Through Its Stomach

To learn more about the best trigger for bonding and learning, French and Polish researchers put together a study Read more
Show jumper clearing fence
December 27, 2011

Studs in Horseshoes: Helpful or Harmful?

If you sometimes work your horse on grass or muddy ground, you are probably familiar with that unsettling moment Read more
Horse looking out stable window
December 23, 2011

Abbreviations Commonly Used for Drug Therapy

Veterinarians often employ a shorthand of sorts when dispensing medication to clients. Provided here is a list of the Read more
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