Horse Health Matters®
When mounting, how do I calm my nervous, fidgety horse so he won't try …
by Jenni Nellist
April 18, 2017 15:22
Your horse can learn new things about being mounted and instead of being nervous and fidgety, he will learn that standing still and cooperating is worthwhile …
Rio's Quarter Crack: A Case Study
by Jacob Butler
April 19, 2017 17:14
Follow the story of Rio's quarter crack from the time he is a weanling through appointments at Butler's Farrier School as the quarter crack is stabilized, …
Evaluating Your Horse's Physical Condition
by EquiMed Staff
February 12, 2014 10:00
 Read how to evaluate your horse including its body score and establish a physical baseline for your conditioning goals …
Passive Stretching in the Horse
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 14, 2017 12:59
Learn how passive stretches differ from active stretches and what you should know before trying passive stretching techniques on your horse …
Tip of the Day
Grass hay has a low to medium protein content and is low in the essential amino acid lysine. Grass hay is best fed as part of a plan that includes a legume (e.g. alfalfa) to balance the amino acid profile.
Effective Horse Waste Management
by EquiMed Staff
April 27, 2017 11:20
As any horse owner knows, the process of caring for a horse produces what seems like tons of waste. Learn the best strategies for proper waste management of …
Summer Hoof Care for Your Horse
by Miriam Rieck
May 22, 2017 13:16
Equine health author Miriam Rieck shares some of her hoof-care knowledge developed through experiences with her favorite horse, Nan. Includes great ideas that …
Preventing Horse Lameness
by EquiMed Staff
May 2, 2017 16:03
Preventative and proactive healthcare can greatly reduce your cost of horse ownership. This article shows you 5 things that you can do to greatly reduce 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
Sire
The father of an equine.
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 …
es·sen·tial
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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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Quote of the Day
Horses are uncomfortable in the middle and dangerous at both ends.
Attrributed to Ian Flemming