Ask Horse Journal: 09/01

…obesity and crestiness no more than it is guaranteed to prevent founder. Be sure you are not overfeeding him and that he is getting sufficient exercise. ———- Cryotherapy For Knees…

Beware Of Blister Beetles

…(sometimes even fewer) beetles can severely injure or kill a horse. When feeding alfalfa be alert for early symptoms of oral irritation, such as drooling, playing in the water and…

Odd Oral Behaviors

…months of her life, unable to nurse. Could this have caused her to windsuck now’ Also, I heard that feeding baking soda can help/cure cribbing/windsucking. Is this true, and is…

Make Over Your Bad Hauler

…consistent with your horse’s feeding regimen while you travel. If he’s typically stalled, feed him at his regular intervals. If he’s accustomed to grazing, provide a full bag of free-choice…

Sub-zero hay soaking

…large bucket of water for an hour before feeding, and dust is dramatically reduced. In winter, however, water may turn to ice before soaking is completed. Don’t even think about…

Sub-zero hay soaking

…large bucket of water for an hour before feeding, and dust is dramatically reduced. In winter, however, water may turn to ice before soaking is completed. Don’t even think about…

Question Dewormer Safety

…an insulin-resistant horse immediately. I am feeding her properly and hand walking her twice a day (30 minutes in the morning and 20 minutes in the afternoon). I can’t ride…