Horse Health Matters®
Desensitize Your Horse to Common Encounters
by EquiMed Staff
April 18, 2017 18:16
Because of the horse's exceptionally perceptive and sensitive nature, he has the ability to detect sensory stimuli on the trail or in unfamiliar places that …
Dental Abscesses in Horses
by EquiMed Staff
April 7, 2017 10:49
Horses do not usually develop cavities in their teeth. Instead, dental infections usually begin at the root of the tooth and are often preceded by gum infection …
Eye Injuries - Always an Emergency
by Flossie Sellers
April 7, 2017 13:59
Learn about different kinds of eye injuries in horses and the importance of prompt treatment by a veterinarian to prevent serious damage to the horse's vision …
The Equine Circulatory System
by Joan Norton VMD DACVIM
April 22, 2017 12:13
The horse is one of the most impressive natural athletes in the world largely due to a specialized circulatory system that, along with the respiratory system, …
Tip of the Day
Donkeys are not small horses! They behave and react in a manner that is notably different from horses. Compared to horses, donkeys give fewer indication of pain or illness making colic detection more difficult.
Horse Hoof Abscesses: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
by Miriam Rieck
April 30, 2017 18:10
You go to feed your horse and he is standing in the far corner of the paddock. You notice a very pronounced limp as he walks to his feeder. Did he break a bone …
Pros and Cons: Are Horse Shoes Necessary for Hoof Health …
by EquiMed Staff
May 1, 2017 18:21
Some horse professionals and owners think of horseshoes as a necessary evil brought on by circumstances that limit the horse's natural exercise and other …
Debunking 4 Popular Myths about Beet Pulp for Horses
by EquiMed Staff
May 6, 2017 12:50
Although anecdotal stories about individual horses may have lead to these myths or old wives' tales about beet pulp as feed, research and experience have …
The Responsible Horse Breeder
by EquiMed Staff
May 6, 2017 14:02
What is a responsible horse breeder? This article thoughtfully addresses the topic in a non-judgemental and thought-provoking way. You owe it to yourself to …
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Video of donkey hoof trimming.
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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
Tachychardia
An abnormally rapid heart beat.
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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With a fast horse, a good run, and a winning time, who needs a cowboy?
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