Do you rely too much on others to keep your horse healthy? (From the November/December 2019 Equine Chronicle) The road to the Congress and World Show is a long one, made only longer depending on how far you actually have to haul your horse to Ohio and Oklahoma. During the trip, you may make a … Continue reading Basic Horse Care is More than Basic
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Give Your Horse a Winning Smile
Just as with humans, a horse's teeth are the most important component to overall wellness. If they're not probably cared for, their health can deteriorate--his coat can become dull and lifeless, weight can drop, and his behavior will be affected. That's why equine dental health is so important. In this article, written for Western Horse … Continue reading Give Your Horse a Winning Smile
Insurance for Your Horse’s Legs – Leg Wrapping
Think of it as insurance for your horse’s most valuable player when it comes to his performance. More than 1,000 pounds of pressure strain the delicate structures that make up the horse’s legs, whether it’s from landing from a three-foot jump, driving through a sliding stop or navigating around a difficult trail course. Proper leg … Continue reading Insurance for Your Horse’s Legs – Leg Wrapping
Horse Blanket Shopping Tips
The temperatures are starting to drop, and the nights are getting longer. Timer lights are being put into full use for some, and it’s time to do a little blanket shopping to keep your equine friend warm this winter. Here is a quick rundown to prepare you for blanket shopping: Do You Really Need to … Continue reading Horse Blanket Shopping Tips
Equine Health: Vesicular Stomatitis
(From the June/July issue of Western Horse & Gun Magazine) During 2014’s peak travel season for horse owners, the state of Colorado had more than 370 premises under quarantine for equine vesicular stomatitis. Surprisingly most of the equine events in the state went on without a hitch, and the final quarantines were released in late … Continue reading Equine Health: Vesicular Stomatitis
#ThrowbackThursday: Through the Equine Looking Glass
**Originally published during my internship with the American Quarter Horse Journal in 2006. Through the Equine Looking Glass Corneal ulcers can do more damage than you think. One fall morning, my American Quarter Horse mare, Skips Satin Lark (aka “Lark”), didn't seem to have the same bright eyes that she normally had. I also noticed significant … Continue reading #ThrowbackThursday: Through the Equine Looking Glass
Horse Health–Botulism: More Deadly Than Wrinkles
Botulism in horses is a very misunderstood disease. My current full-time employer actually makes the one (and only) vaccination against botulism Type B, but it isn't a very popular vaccine...yet. In order to combat the misunderstanding of the disease, and the unfamiliarity of the importance of regular botulism vaccinations, I worked with my company to … Continue reading Horse Health–Botulism: More Deadly Than Wrinkles
Throwback Thursday: Seasonal Tack Touch-Ups
Growing up with horses you think you know all there is to know about horse care. But spend a few years as the photo editor for a horse health publication and you get a quick check of reality that you have a lot more to learn. But it was a great education and I loved … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Seasonal Tack Touch-Ups
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