Tag: Horse Health

Research has uncovered clues to the mystery of headshaking, but for some horse owners the condition remains frustratingly difficult to manage

Someone once told me that riding “is all about the journey” and, from my experience, I can tell you that it’s the truth. The journey with my mare, Bright Design aka Piper, has had its ups and downs. To this day, I still have moments of wonder each time I get on her. How did we come this far? By Alicia Stock

It has been a long journey since his injury, and yes, on occasion I wish I could retire him to pasture and get a new horse, but given the circumstances, I am content with my situation and love him dearly.

I fell in love right away with Domino’s looks, and then I saw her move and knew she was the one. The other great thing was meeting Cory and developing a lifelong friendship.

By Chelsey Burris 2021 was a year unlike any other!  The COVID-19 pandemic continued to impact our lives, but many dressage shows were back and...

Could mile-long trots protect young foals from lower-leg fractures later in life? Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) are...

Recognize Heat Stress There are some persistent misconceptions about exertional heat stroke, which may cause people to miss critical early-warning signs. One common myth is...

Checking a horse’s feet should be a regular part of owner chores Reprinted from American Farriers Journal by permission. As a horse owner, you are the...

This article is sponsored by SmartPak. It was originally published here. By SmartPak The weather is warming up, which means there’s something else that may be...

What you need to know about keeping your horses’ feet healthy Reprinted from American Farriers Journal by permission. It’s an old saying, but still true: “No...