Horse Health Matters®
Using Behavior to Your Advantage in Training Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2018 16:03
Learn three ways equine behavior can work for you in training your horse when you tune into his reactions, attitudes, and need for the right amount of exercise …
Equine Fitness and Physiology
by EquiMed Staff
April 13, 2017 15:56
Learn about the five major physiological systems of your horse that will strengthen as a result of physical conditioning and how that will contribute to its …
Dynamic Mobilization Exercises for Horses
by Dr. Hilary Clayton
April 14, 2017 15:48
Learn how dynamic mobilization exercises activate and strengthen the horse's muscles for increased strength and flexibility …
Using the Counter Canter To Build Your Horse's Strength
by EquiMed Staff
April 15, 2017 15:02
The counter canter means the horse is cantering on a circle going left and the rider deliberately makes the horse canter with the right canter lead, so the …
Tip of the Day
By developing a close social bond with your horse, it will respond better to training. This is because of the horse's natural tendency to co-operate with social partners.
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 …
Getting Value When You Purchase Horse Feed and Supplements
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 12:39
Feeding your horse is a major expense. Price ranges for feed and nutrients vary widely, and have increased in recent years due to higher grain costs. Learn how …
Feeding Straw to the Insulin Resistant Horse May Be a Mistake
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
May 6, 2017 12:12
To determine whether a forage is safe to feed free-choice to an insulin resistant horse, pay attention to three key indicators: Non-structural carbohydrates, …
Extruded Rice Bran - What Is It? and Why Is It Good for Horses …
by Flossie Sellers
February 16, 2019 16:08
More recently, equine feed companies have developed methods of extruding rice bran into stabilized nugget form for easier feeding to horses …
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
Adhesions
Union of separate surfaces by the formation of new tissue.
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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