Horse Health Matters®
Equine Language: Facial, Vocal and Body
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2018 16:00
Learn how your horse's facial, vocal, and body language can tune you in to its reactions to people, places and things …
My Horse Is Acting Out: Is He Stressed …
by Jenni Nellist
April 18, 2017 14:33
Learn how stress, which causes horses to act out, can be reduced when the possibility for equine enjoyment is actively embraced by you as the horse's owner …
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 …
Barn and Stable Ventilation
by Flossie Sellers
April 20, 2017 14:32
Learn about the 5 ways you can improve air quality for your horse and how good ventilation makes your barn a healthy place for your horse and you …
Tip of the Day
Heat in the legs is an indicator of a problem. When you pick your horse's feet, take the time to feel the tendons on the backside of the legs. If one leg is warmer than the others, suspect an injury.
Barn Prep Tips For Winter
by Katie Navarra
April 28, 2017 12:22
Learn the essentials for winterizing your barn to keep your horses safe, comfortable and healthy and to avoid frustration down the road …
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 …
Imprinting and Training Young Foals – Do it Right
by Heather Smith Thomas
October 15, 2018 14:19
The first contacts a newborn foal has with humans is critical in setting the stage for future training …
Learned Helplessness - An Unfortunate Short Cut in Horse Training
by Mark Sellers
February 11, 2021 18:36
Fortunately, the trend is to consider the well-being of the horse during training, and to use techniques that are based on scientifically sound evidence, …
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
Splints
Ossification of the vestigal second and fourth metacarpal or metatarsus bones, often due to trauma. The "splint" bumps may be felt or are visible on the inside or outside of the cannon bone.
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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