Coping with Arthritis in Horses
…good conditioning to strengthen the area and protect against injury, gives the horse the therapeutic benefit he needs.” This article originally appeared in the July 2008 issue of EQUUS magazine….
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Treatment Options for Supernumerary Teeth
…can result in positive results, depending on the particulars of each situation. Read “One Tooth Too Many” in the June 2006 issue of EQUUS magazine for a related case report….
Make the Most of Winter Turnout for Your Horse
Horses can thrive outdoors, even in the depths of winter. ©EQUUS Magazine.© One of the pleasures of wintertime is coming in from the cold. There’s nothing quite as nice as…
Protect Your Horse from Ice-Related Injuries
…lead the horse out, use a longe line so you can keep a safe distance. Also have at least one other person standing by in case trouble arises. From EQUUS…
Are Your Horse Blankets Ready for Winter?
…first time you try a new blanket on your horse, cover him with a clean bedsheet first. The sheet will protect the blanket without interfering with fit. From EQUUS magazine….
Fighting Equine Respiratory and Skin Problems in Winter
…your horses, the stalls and all the equipment that comes in contact with them clean and dry, and you’ll avoid the vast majority of seasonal skin disorders. From EQUUS magazine…
Prevention: Laminitis
…the horses most at risk. April is EQUUS?s Laminitis Prevention Month because lush spring grass is responsible for so many cases. But in reality, laminitis can strike in any season….
Riding on the Beach
…but limit your swimming to areas you or your riding partner are very familiar with. Do not venture into any area with rip tide or hazard warnings. From EQUUS magazine….
Seven Habits for Highly Effective Horse Grooming
…scab on his hindquarters or when that rub spot appeared on his shoulders. In other words, the secret to highly effective grooming is essentially highly effective horsemanship. From EQUUS magazine….
Developing a Trustworthy Trail Horse
…improves. That’s because you’ve refined your in-the-saddle communication skills and increased your horse’s willingness and ability to respond to them–the underpinnings of good horsemanship in any setting. From EQUUS magazine….