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Racehorse Health

Why Your Horse’s Winter Coat Won’t Grow: Solving the Mystery

Picture of a horse kept in a stall and is not growing a winter coat.

Miles Henry

Horses

From Lions to Wolves: The Top 5 Predators of Wild Horses

To better understand horses and the challenges they face, it is important to learn about the dangerous predators that threaten their safety. By doing so, we can approach training and handling with empathy and respect, setting the foundation for a…

Miles Henry

Horses

Riding to the Beat: The Ultimate Horse Riding Playlist

I’m in a family of horse and music lovers. We like hanging out at the barn, riding, and working with our horses. One thing that makes it even more enjoyable is listening to music while we ride. I’ve found that…

Miles Henry

Horses

Is Buying a Horse a Good Investment?

I was at the stables, examining the young horses for sale, when a friend of mine asked me if I was buying a horse as an investment. I laughed and told him that I was making an investment in my…

Miles Henry

Racehorse Health

Understanding and Managing EPSM in Horses

Picture of a horse eating from a hay net.

The symptoms were subtle at first: a slight stiffness in the hindquarters after a routine workout and a strange “tying up” sensation that looked like simple fatigue. But for a draft-cross or a heavy-muscled Quarter Horse, these aren’t just quirks—they…

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Racehorse Health

Horse First Aid: Responding to Common Equine Emergencies.

A horse’s well-being hinges on preparedness. Emergencies can escalate quickly, and knowing how to respond effectively can make the difference between a minor issue and a life-threatening situation. This guide equips you with essential horse first aid skills, covering common…

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Horse Racing

Performance-Enhancing Drugs in Horse Racing: What Trainers Use and Why It Matters

Are racehorses given steroids? Yes. Racehorses have been given anabolic steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs, although anabolic steroids are prohibited in modern horse racing. These substances have been used to increase muscle development, speed recovery, and get a performance edge,…

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Horse Riding

New to Horseback Riding? Start Here

I’ve spent years around racehorses, trail horses, and new riders. The safest beginners aren’t necessarily the boldest ones; they’re the people who take lessons, ask questions, learn the basics patiently, and ride horses suited to their current ability. Start at…

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Feeding Horses

Feeding Horses: The Complete Guide to Nutrition & Management

Quick Answer: A horse’s diet must be built on forage first, requiring 1.5–2% of their body weight in hay or pasture daily. Supplement this with 24/7 access to clean water (5–15+ gallons) and a consistent feeding schedule. Pro Tip: Always…

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horse breeding

The Making of a Mule: Understanding Horse and Donkey Crossbreeding

While walking through a friend’s working barn here in Louisiana, my son heard a horse whinnying and a donkey braying from the same pasture. He pointed to the pair and asked why they were kept together. The answer was simple:…

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