Horse Health Matters®
Equine Senses and How They Relate to Behavior
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2018 15:59
Learn how your horse's behavior is determined by what he see, hears, smells, and feels, and the part you play in affecting your horses responses to its world …
Horse Training With Treats, Does It Work …
by Katie Navarra
April 18, 2017 11:40
Can you use treats to train your horse? Most expert say no, but some say yes. Read on to find out how you can use treats to get better behavior from your horse …
Handling and Restraining Your Sick or Injured Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 11:38
For the safety of all concerned, including the horse, proper restraining methods must be used when a sick horse needs treatment. Learn more about the types of …
Effects of Equine Conditioning
by EquiMed Staff
April 13, 2017 16:25
Learn how your horse's body adapts to the challenges of conditioning with incremental increases in intensity and duration, and how the horse's fitness and …
Tip of the Day
Take care when selecting trees to surround your barn or paddock areas. Some trees, such as the Red Maple, have leaves that are toxic to horses.
Safe First Horseback Rides -Tips for the First-Time Rider
by Heather Smith Thomas
April 24, 2017 15:09
Learn about teaching children who are going on a first ride what they need to know and what to do to fully enjoy riding horses …
Judging Horse Leg Conformation
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
May 3, 2017 09:06
Judging a horse's conformation takes careful study and knowledge of horse anatomy. Because of their importance to the performance and soundness of a horse, the …
An Overview of Equine Feeds and Supplements
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 12:05
Unless you live on a large ranch with ample pasture, the single biggest cost of horse ownership is the feeding or the horse. This article provides a review of …
Feeding Starved or Malnourished Horses
by EquiMed Staff
October 6, 2018 13:24
Feeding a malnourished horse must be undertaken with special care. Improperly feeding a starved horse can lead to illness or death. This article provides …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Gallop
The fastest natural horse gait. A four beat gait as seen in classic horse races.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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