Horse Health Matters®
Training Your Horse For More Strength, Power, and Endurance
by EquiMed Staff
April 15, 2017 15:30
When formulating a strength training program for your horse, it is important to determine whether the primary requirement in the muscles is for power or for …
Hunger and Thirst and Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 12:44
Learn why your horse needs to eat small amounts of forage frequently to keep its digestive system working and the healthy ways you can satisfy your horse's …
What Every Horse Owner Should Know About Caring for Senior Equines
by Flossie Sellers
April 26, 2017 13:20
An effective best-practices management plan includes proper nutrition, hoof and dental care, vaccines, deworming and exercise that will help your older horse …
5 Tips: Winterize Your Barn to Keep Horses Healthy During Cold Weather
by EquiMed Staff
April 28, 2017 14:44
Here are five important tips to help horse owners winterize their barns to keep horses healthy and comfortable during cold weather …
Tip of the Day
A barn's most important defense against wildfire is a fire-resistant roof.
What Kind of Training Does a Farrier Have …
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 16:58
In the USA, most states do not have a licensing program for farriers, so a wide quality gap may occur among practicing farriers in many areas. Other countries …
Pros and Cons of Feeding Grain Hays to Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 11, 2018 09:03
The nutrition the horse needs, the cost of the hay, and the availability of the feed needs to be carefully balanced to make owning a horse possible for many …
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 …
Horse Breeding Methods - Pros and Cons
by Flossie Sellers
May 7, 2017 14:01
Live cover, artificial insemination, embryo transfer, even gamete Intra Fallopian Tube transfer - these are just some of the techniques that you can use as part …
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
Putting to
Attaching a harnessed horse to a vehicle.
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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