Horse Health Matters®
Equine Senses and How They Relate to Behavior
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2018 15:59
Learn how your horse's behavior is determined by what he see, hears, smells, and feels, and the part you play in affecting your horses responses to its world …
Why Daily Turnout is Important: Nan's Story
by Miriam Rieck
April 21, 2017 14:27
Learn how daily turnout helps horses and foals develop positive herd dynamics plus sound bodies, and how it prevents destructive behaviors …
Creating a Healthy Horse Barn
by EquiMed Staff
April 27, 2017 12:48
Learn about the many factors that go into creating a healthy barn by considering your needs for durability, ease of maintenance, cost, and esthetic appearance …
My horse has a club foot. Can it be treated …
by Doug Butler, PhD, CJF, FWCF
May 1, 2017 14:22
Club feet result from genetic and environmental conditions. When noticed and treated early, the farrier or veterinarian can greatly improve the prospect of …
Tip of the Day
Dandruff in the horse's mane and tail indicates that your horse may not be getting enough fat in his diet. Add flaxseed meal to his diet for additional healthy fat and protein. This will reduce dandruff and add shine to his coat.
Importance of Correct Front Leg Conformation
by Heather Smith Thomas
May 3, 2017 10:07
Conformation of the front legs of your horse is discussed in this article, third in the series by noted author Heather Smith Thomas …
Tips for Pinpointing Lameness - Which Leg is Lame and Why …
by Heather Smith Thomas
August 24, 2019 15:34
By checking horses' feet and legs daily - during grooming, before and after a ride, and the day after a hard workout - lameness will be apparent at an early …
Nutrition for Mares and Foals: Monitor Their Special Needs
by Heather Smith Thomas
October 7, 2019 17:01
When raising foals, the goal is to optimize health and growth, and this means proper and adequate nutrition, while avoiding extremes that could lead to problems …
First Aid for the Uncomfortable Horse: Is it Colic or Tying Up …
by Heather Smith Thomas
January 2, 2020 18:09
A horse showing sudden signs of discomfort may need veterinary attention: First, however, you need to determine whether the horse is suffering from colic or …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Brood mare
A female horse used for breeding.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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absolutely necessary; extremely important.
synonyms: crucial, necessary, key, vital, indespensable, important, of the essence, critcal imperative, manditory, compulsory, obligatory
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I've often said there's nothing better for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse.
Ronald Regan