Horse Health Matters®
4 Top Reasons for Making Horse Dental Care a Priority
by EquiMed Staff
April 19, 2017 11:13
By the time a horse begins to loose weight, drop feed from the mouth while chewing, or show other signs of dental problems, any issues with the horse's mouth …
Horse First Aid for Heat Stroke and Sun Burn
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 14:32
Heat stroke and sunburn occur when horses are exposed to too much sun or hot, humid weather. Read about how to prevent and care for your horse in emergencies …
Trail Riders: First Aid in your Saddlebags
by Miriam Rieck
April 11, 2017 13:16
It is much easier to be prepared and not need a first aid kit, than to hit the trail and then, find that you are not prepared for those emergencies that will …
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 …
Tip of the Day
Schooling a horse teaches the horse what to do. Conditioning the horse gives it the ability to do what is schooled.
Electrolytes for Your Horse - Just Buzz or for Real …
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 20, 2017 10:59
Learn about electrolytes and electrolyte alternatives and how electrolyte depletion is closely tied to the amount your horse is sweating …
Tips for Making Winter Riding Safer
by Miriam Rieck
April 22, 2017 14:41
Riding your horse during the winter gives you both a chance to keep fit and enjoy the beauty of a winter landscape. This article offers tips to help you keep …
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 …
Importance of Proper Hind Leg Conformation
by Heather Smith Thomas
May 3, 2017 10:21
Learn how the conformation of the hind legs of your horse affects both soundness and athletic ability as discussed in this article, the fourth in the series of …
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
Surcingle
A piece of training equipment that buckles around the barrel of the horse supporting various rings for guiding reins. May also have a crupper and overcheck. Used with long lines for ground training.
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.
synonyms: crucial, necessary, key, vital, indespensable, important, of the essence, critcal imperative, manditory, compulsory, obligatory
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