Horse Health Matters®
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 …
Managing Equine Emergencies
by Flossie Sellers
April 15, 2017 16:06
Learn about the 9 symptoms that indicate an emergency with your horse and follow the five tips for effective preparedness when your horse needs quick effective …
Equine Euthanasia - What You Should Know
by Flossie Sellers
April 15, 2017 18:16
Learn the 5 questions that must be asked when euthanasia is being considered for any horse and also learn about the three methods for euthanasia recommended by …
Caring for Your Horse - Tools of the Trade
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 11:51
Learn about the 8 different types of essential tools you need to care for your horse and how each is important in providing adequate care …
Tip of the Day
High tensile wire fences are increasingly common in livestock areas. These fences are strong and inexpensive, but often lack visibility making them dangerous to unaware horses. Tie surveyor tape to the wires every four feet to increase the fence's visibility.
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 …
Safe First Horseback Rides -Tips for the First-Time Rider
by Heather Smith Thomas
April 24, 2017 15:09
Learn about teaching children who are going on a first ride what they need to know and what to do to fully enjoy riding horses …
Horse Dietary Supplements - An Overview
by Flossie Sellers
May 3, 2017 11:01
Does your horse really need costly supplements? Scientific research in horse nutrition has answered many questions regarding the need for supplements in a horse …
Summer Treats for Your Horse
by Miriam Rieck
May 4, 2017 16:24
Popsicles for the kids. How about a summer treat for your horse. Get some great ideas from Miriam about cost-effective and horse-preferred treats …
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
Vice
A behavior that makes a horse difficult or dangerous to keep, such as biting, kicking, bolting, or bucking.
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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Whenever you observe a horse closely, you feel as if a human being is sitting inside making fun of you.
Elias Canetti