What is EPM in Horses
Ever heard of a horse getting EPM? Whenever I’ve heard that term thrown around, it’s always been in very serious tones and worried voices. I knew that EPM in horses …
Horse Health
Understanding Wind Puffs in Horses
Wind puffs are a common form of blemish found in horses. Many horses may develop windpuffs after years of work. Understanding wind puffs in horses will help you know how …
Best Slow Feeders for Horses
Since horses are grazing animals, they are designed to eat all throughout the day. Having access to grass or hay is important to a healthy diet. This post includes some …
Why Do Horses Wear Masks?
If you ever drive past horses in a pasture during summer, it is likely you will see them wearing masks. These masks are generally made up of a mesh material …
Best Stabilized Flaxseed Supplement for Horses
Have you heard about Flaxseed? It seems to be all the rage in the horse supplement industry right now. But, there are lots of different companies that make flaxseed supplement …
Do Horses Like Being Ridden?
One question we rarely ask ourselves is whether or not our horses enjoy the work they do with us. We ride our horses daily, and we can tell when they …
Signs a Horse Might Be Pregnant
Who doesn’t love foals? As cute as they are, bringing them into this world and dealing with pregnant mares can be a hassle. But, how to tell if a horse …
Treating Horses for Scratches
Treating scratches in horses is challenging. The phrase “my horse has scratches!” can mean one of two things. Either the horse has physical scratches, like cuts, somewhere, or he has …
Bowed Tendons in Horses
One of the most dreaded injuries a sport horse can incur is a bowed tendons in horses. Sport horse owners dread the day when the vet gives their horse this …
Founder in Horses. Symptoms and Causes
“Founder” is a term frequently thrown around in the equestrian world. Phrases like, “that horse foundered,” are often said and always dreaded. Founder in horses, also called laminitis, can affect …