Different aspects of horse health, including proper diet, teeth, and proper grooming techniques, are addressed.
I have seen my fair share of horse related health issues over the years. So when a new horse owner explained that their horse had been experiencing muscle stiffness, cramping, and reluctance to move, especially after exercise. I became concerned their horse was suffering from EPSM. EPSM is a muscle disease that happens when there …
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I remember the day like it was yesterday. I was out in the barn, getting ready to take my horse out for a ride, when I noticed something was off. She was standing in the corner of her stall, sweating profusely, and her breathing was shallow. I knew something was wrong, and I had to …
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I’ve seen all sorts of strange behaviors in horses. But there’s one that still sometimes frustrates me to no end: pacing. So when I met a new horse owner at the stable and was asked about the pacing behavior she noticed in her horse, I was happy to help her understand it better. Horses pace …
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After adding new stall shaving, I often return to find my horse lying against the wall, thrashing about and trying to get up. This behavior, known as horse casting, can be scary, especially when it happens to your best buddy. But what causes a horse to cast, and how can we address this behavior? Horses …
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How horses sleep is one of the least spoken-about topics at horse events. While diet, training, and physical fitness are essential, whether the horse had enough of the correct type of sleep can mean the difference between a fast clear round and an unhappy, grumpy horse that isn’t in top form. Horses are flight animals …
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My filly is feisty, always lashing out at anyone who dares to get close. But lately, her aggression has increased, and I can’t figure out why. A friend mentioned the possibility of ulcers. So, I did some research and contacted my veterinarian to have him check her for ulcers. Horse ulcers, or equine gastric ulcer …
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If the mere thought of creepy crawly mites, sweet itch, and rain rot makes your skin crawl, imagine what it would be like if you didn’t have hands to scratch. If you’ve noticed that your horse keeps getting a rash, you’re probably wondering what could be causing it and how to prevent it from happening …
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I set out to begin my morning routine; I was anxious to check on my new horse, Jimmy, to ensure he was happy and comfortable in his home. But as I approached his stall, I was concerned. The horse was not acting right, he was a lively and playful horse yesterday, but this morning he …
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As a young boy, I was curious why horses’ joints clicked in their back legs. My grandfather always said that it’s just something horses do, and there’s no real reason behind it. But as I got older, I knew there had to be a reason, so I researched the issue and learned a lot of …
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