Horse Health Matters®
Horse First Aid for Poisoning
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 13:17
Hungry horses often ingest toxic substances. Learn more about common causes of poisoning, who to call, and what to do when your horse has eaten something …
Take the Trauma Out of 5 Horse Health Emergencies
by EquiMed Staff
April 12, 2017 11:17
Colic, acute lameness, traumatic injury accompanied by severe bleeding, shock, and choke are emergencies for which all horse owners need to be prepared …
Trail Riding Conditioning for Horse and Rider
by Katie Navarra
April 15, 2017 13:52
Learn about the importance of conditioning for both horse and rider in preparing for trail rides whether they be purely recreational, a break from training, or …
5 Safety Rules for Grooming Your Horse
by Flossie Sellers
April 15, 2017 15:48
Learn the 5 simple safety rules you should follow when grooming your horse to make it an enjoyable and productive experience …
Tip of the Day
Easting hay creates internal warmth as the hay digests. Adjust your horse's feed and feeding times to fit the cold season.
A Farrier's Work is Never Done
by Flossie Sellers
April 28, 2017 15:08
Learn why a trained, experienced farrier is able to meet any hoof-related problems of a horse head-on and should be part of the equation when it comes to the …
The Importance of Conformation When Selecting A Horse
by Heather Smith Thomas
May 3, 2017 09:46
A horse is a horse - I think not! Learn how conformation differs among various types of horses that are breed for different types of activities. Selecting the …
Oats and Oat Hay for Your Horse
by Katie Navarra
May 5, 2017 15:45
Oat hay and grain are excellent choices for most horses where available. Read what popular horse clinician and television show host Julie Goodnight has to say …
Teff Hay for Horses
by Heather Smith Thomas
June 26, 2020 16:02
The growing popularity of teff is due to its ability to produce high-quality hay in a relatively short growing season and the fact that when growth is managed …
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
Gelding
A male horse that has been castrated.
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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The joy of horses is not the riding, jumping, racing, showing, or grooming, but of owning.
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