Horse Health Matters®
Common Equine Dental Problems and How To Avoid Them
by Katie Navarra
April 19, 2017 11:03
Learn how changes in the ways domestic horses are fed affects their mouths and teeth and what you can do to prevent devastating dental problems …
Emergency Colic Treatment
by Flossie Sellers
April 7, 2017 11:09
 Read to learn about the causes of colic, what to do when your horse colics, and the importance of fast, effective treatment …
Horse First Aid for Shock
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 15:03
Learn about the 5 different types of shock that occur in horses. Your preparation could help save a horse's life in the case of shock …
Applying a Standing Wrap for Bandage Support
by EquiMed Staff
April 12, 2017 11:48
The standing wrap is the most basic bandage used on a horse, and one that every horseman should know how to do properly because it protects the horse's legs, …
Tip of the Day
When selecting a horse for an athletic or show career, a pre-purchase veterinary exam is a good idea.
Daily Horse Care Tasks
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 12:15
Learn the 5 daily tasks that are necessary for good horse keeping and the ways you can lighten your load, while keeping your horse-care tasks on schedule …
Horse Barn Management and Housekeeping
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2017 16:25
Learn the 4 principles of effective barn management and how attention to details will minimize risks and maintain a healthy environment for your horse, as well …
Managing the "Hard Keeper …
by Karen Briggs
May 3, 2017 17:23
A "hard-keeper" is a horse that needs special attention in order to maintain adequate weight, especially during the cold winter months. Learn the 8 things you …
Horse Breed Registries
by EquiMed Staff
May 8, 2017 10:35
Comprehensive and updated, this is the guide of horse, pony and other equine breed registries. Find contact information, and website links for your favorite …
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
Brushing
Striking of the lower leg of a horse by the hoof of the opposite limb. For example, the striking of the front left pastern by the front right hoof as the horse trots.
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.
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Quote of the Day
A horse can lend its rider the speed and strength he or she lacks, but the rider who is wise remembers it is no more than a loan.
Pam Brown