Horse Health Matters®
The Equine Psyche
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2018 15:57
The fears and needs of your horse are stuck there in the back of its psyche based on millions of years of experience. Learn how 4 essential needs form and …
Four Ways to Take Your Horse's Pulse
by EquiMed Staff
April 19, 2017 16:59
Finding a horse's pulse and determining the heart rate can be difficult, even for professionals. Read about the four ways you can determine your horse's heart …
Horse First Aid for Sudden-Onset Illness
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 13:01
Viruses, colic, poisonings, adverse drug reactions, hemorrhages, and heart arrhythmias strike horses without warning. Read to learn what you need to know and do …
Selecting a Horse Waterer
by Flossie Sellers
April 26, 2017 15:06
Read about the 6 factors that affect the amount of water your horse needs daily and learn about the options available that enable you to make sure your horse …
Tip of the Day
Be cautious of online equine health forums. Following well intentioned but bad advice can cost you and your horse dearly.
How to Pull a Shoe (In an Emergency …
by Flossie Sellers
April 30, 2017 15:37
Learn about emergency situations when you might need to pull a shoe, the tools necessary, and the 10 steps you should take to remove a horse shoe safely …
Trimming vs Shoeing - Best Case Scenarios and Limitations From a …
by Jacob Butler
May 1, 2017 18:03
If we use our common sense (horse sense) we will see when horses need to be shod and when they only need to be trimmed. Every horse has different needs …
Causes of Equine Lameness
by EquiMed Staff
May 2, 2017 15:32
Five common causes of lameness. Avoid having a lame horse by recognizing these 5 causes and avoiding them …
Christmas (and all year round) Homemade Horse Treats
by Miriam Rieck
May 4, 2017 14:59
Surprise your horses this holiday season (or whenever) with some delicous and nutritious horse treats. These homemade delights are so good, you will be tempted …
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
Dynamic mobilization exercises
A form of passive exercise using a "bait" to encourage the horse to flex and stretch particular areas of their anatomy.
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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