Horse Care

People value and love their horses, so when it's necessary to board them, owners try to find a quality barn. Here are some tips to tell a good barn from a bad one.

Dec 13, 2009 - Mary Beth Miller

Equine thrush is a bacterial infection of the hoof caused by muddy and unsanitary conditions. Treating thrush is easy with hoof cleaning and topical ointments.

Dec 10, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Tips on how to keep your trusted equine friend when funds are tight and avoid having to face saying goodbye.

Nov 26, 2009 - Christine Turner-Crowe

There are hundreds of poisonous plants growing in North America. But the good news is that most aren't lethal. There are some plants that you should really watch out for.

Nov 21, 2009 - Maddison Newburg

Many horse lovers dream of owning a horse - but they should understand the costs of horse ownership before taking the plunge.

Nov 19, 2009 - Wendy Picard

Knowing how to accurately weigh a horse, take his height, and score his body condition are important tools for a horse owner or caregiver.

Nov 10, 2009 - Wendy Picard

The benefits of equine massage therapy are many. In recent years increasing numbers of people are recognizing these benefits and the industry is booming.

Nov 5, 2009 - Maddison Newburg

Itchy skin, bumps, redness; there are many signs of skin conditions in both humans and horses but many people don't know how to recognize skin disease in horses.

Oct 23, 2009 - Elizabeth Humphreys

Haynets are a common sight at most stable yards and almost anyone who has cared for a horse will have filled one in their lifetime.

Oct 17, 2009 - Paula Sainthouse

Introducing a new horse to an existing herd of horses can be a challenge. But horse owners who take it slow and easy can ensure that no one gets hurt in the process.

Sep 7, 2009 - Kathleen Biesecker

The old adage of 'no hoof no horse' still holds true today. Basic maintenance can prevent many health problems.

Aug 14, 2009 - Elizabeth Humphreys

Mustang relocation and adoptions are essential for the health of the wild horse. These horses and burros are decendents of animals brought here by explorers and settlers.

Jul 18, 2009 - Beverly Bright

Eye injuries may not be noticeable at first but can be painful for the horse later.

Jul 13, 2009 - Megan Worley

Bowed Tendons are a common injury amongst sport horses, particularly racehorses. The key to a successful recovery from a bowed tendon is a proper diagnosis.

Jul 10, 2009 - Elizabeth Humphreys

Most horses don't need shoes to be healthy and to have healthy feet.

May 31, 2009 - Deidre Sharp

The wild horse trim, natural hoof trimming, natural hoof care and barefoot trimming are all terms used to describe horses kept without shoes.

May 31, 2009 - Deidre Sharp

Horses are grazing animals who need to move and eat constantly. Their natural food is forage like grass or hay. Most horses can exist happily and healthily on hay alone.

May 27, 2009 - Deidre Sharp

The deworming routine is an essential part of proper equine care, but does rotating dewormers provide the best coverage?

May 26, 2009 - Kathleen Hesketh

Selenium is an essential nutrient for horses that must be carefully given to avoid toxic levels.

May 7, 2009 - Megan Worley

Horses should be groomed daily and each grooming tool should be used in a specific order to do the job correctly.

Apr 21, 2009 - Amy Clarke

Colic can be a very serious problem for horses; a few simple steps however can help to prevent colic from occurring at all.

Apr 14, 2009 - Megan Worley

Horses have survived in the wild for millions of years, over which they developed several reflexes that have helped them to avoid predation.

Apr 14, 2009 - Megan Worley

The mosquito's pesky whine signals an alarm not to be ignored, for this pest may carry a plague: malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever, or, most recently, West Nile virus.

Apr 11, 2009 - Linda Ashar

Hoof cracks can be very serious injuries and need to be treated immediately.

Apr 8, 2009 - Megan Worley

Proper dental care is essential for every horse to treat and prevent problems.

Mar 21, 2009 - Megan Worley