Horse Care

Farriers are often called upon to come out every couple of months or so to tend to horses' feet. A good farrier is worth their weight in gold.

Feb 7, 2012 - Chris Thomas

It's impossible to predict the cost of new horse ownership and much easier to consider the variables. So focus on these factors instead.

Jan 27, 2012 - Elizabeth Batt

There will no doubt be a time in a horse owner's life when they need to give something to their horse by mouth. Methods are considered here.

Nov 21, 2011 - Chris Thomas

There are times when the horse isn't able to be utilised for a particular discipline or function properly. This can be short term or permanent.

Nov 12, 2011 - Chris Thomas

There are some instances in which the foal may end up with an inverted eyelid. Causes and resulting concerns are looked into here.

Nov 2, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Heat stress and exhaustion can greatly affect a horse's performing capabilities as well as negatively impact its health. Heat stroke can lead to death.

Oct 24, 2011 - Chris Thomas

When the horse is worked, only 20% of energy from the diet is utilised for muscular work. The remaining 80% is released as heat.

Oct 24, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Commonly termed rattles, this respiratory disease is caused by Rhodococcus equi bacteria that live in the soil.

Oct 16, 2011 - Chris Thomas

A lame horse doesn't necessarily mean catastrophe. A lame foal on the other hand should be treated as an emergency until proven otherwise.

Oct 12, 2011 - Chris Thomas

The way a horse breathes and the way that the respiratory system is put together predisposes different ailments during inspiration and expiration.

Oct 6, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Rotating the active ingredient in a wormer will assist in keeping parasite levels in horses to a minimum. Rotating wormers is therefore important.

Aug 30, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Despite being downgraded, experts say Hurricane Irene is not your typical storm. With significant rain and wind expected, horse owners need to prepare.

Aug 27, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

There is one parasite that is treated in horses amongst worms that isn't actually a worm. This is the bot fly.

Aug 15, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Long, slow intensity exercise can be most beneficial to the horse in need of weight loss. The faster a horse runs, the less it will deplete fat stores.

Aug 10, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Colic scares the life out of every horse owner, but knowledge is power. Learn about the different types of colic and the strategies for prevention.

Aug 8, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

The year's first case of EEE has been confirmed in a horse from Oneida County, New York. Two alpacas and a horse have also tested positive in Wisconsin.

Aug 5, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

With Hendra being prevalent in the news in Australia, the question of hygiene and horses should be seriously considered. Biosecurity is important.

Jul 30, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Horses are often placed into a stable for confinement and ease of management. Exercise of the horse whilst stabled should be considered.

Jul 27, 2011 - Chris Thomas

When carrying out tasks with horses, there should be a reason why something is done a particular way. One process of rugging is considered here.

Jul 27, 2011 - Chris Thomas

Choosing a naturally-gifted farrier who works well with both horse and owner is essential to equine health. It can also feel like an impossible task.

Jul 15, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

Human interaction has turned Assateague's wild horses into aggressive equines with little fear of people. Now the NPS is doing something about it.

Jul 14, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

It's important to know how to keep the horse warm in the cool winter months. Many don't realise how much the horse's diet can assist with regards to this.

Jul 4, 2011 - Chris Thomas