Tag: Horse Health
The Neurologic Dressage Horse
They’re not the top-of-mind suspects when a horse is not quite right, but nervous-system problems may be more common than we realize
By Heather Smith...
Releasing Your Horse’s Inner Dancer
By Visconte Simon
Cocozza
Examiner for The Fédération Française d'Equitation (FFE)
What is the
difference between a horse that dances, and one that doesn’t? Breeding,
training, the rider’s ability?...
Travel Tips for a Healthy and Happy Horse
By SmartPak
When you’re
traveling with your horse, there’s more to do than simply hitch up the trailer
and hit the road.
“With a little
bit of planning,...
The Scoop on Supplements
An in-depth look into better understanding ingredients
By: SmartPak
Horse owners want to do everything they can to keep their
horses feeling their very best. Whether your...
Coaching Your Way to a Better Tomorrow
By Ashley Eve
My love of dressage started with a feral 3-year-old New Forest
Pony, a dream, and a love for the horse. From the beginning,...
5 Reasons Your Horse May Be “Off”
By Amanda Ciejko
Just as with humans, horses can have
“off” days. Generally, when described as “off”, a horse is acting lethargic,
depressed, or displaying lameness or...
Special Delivery!
Prenatal care for a healthy mare and foal
Reprinted from the December 2014/January 2015 Issue of USDF Connection
By Natalie
DeFee Mendik
Whether you’re a...
Phone-a-Friend
When a beloved filly becomes critically ill, an owner’s support
network helps see her through
Reprinted from the December 2013/January 2014 Issue of USDF Connection
By...
Physical Fitness for Dressage Horses
Best strategies for increasing performance and avoiding injuries
Reprinted from the July/August 2016 issue of USDF Connection
By Hilary Clayton, BVMS, PhD, Diplomate ACVSMR, MRCVS...
Footing Selection and Maintenance
Latest research and best practices for training, competition, and your horse’s soundness
Reprinted from the June 2014 Issue of USDF Connection
By Hilary M....

















