Horse Health Matters®
Equine Language: Facial, Vocal and Body
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2018 16:00
Learn how your horse's facial, vocal, and body language can tune you in to its reactions to people, places and things …
Simple Exercises for Weekend Riders and their Horses
by Miriam Rieck
April 15, 2017 13:39
Learn why keeping your horse physically fit and mentally and emotionally stable requires working together and how simple exercises make for happy trails …
Giving Your Horse a Daily Once-Over
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 12:31
Learn the 5 steps you can quickly and efficiently take each day to make sure your horse is healthy and hasn't developed any physical problems such as lameness …
Your Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:06
6 nutrient types that all horses require to have a balanced and healthy diet. This article covers the basics that all horse owners should know …
Tip of the Day
A horse that is only caught or touched when it is time to work frequently becomes hard to catch. Visit your horse frequently for just a pat, scratch or treat and she will be much easier to catch when it is time to work.
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 …
The Glycemic Index and Your Horse
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
May 5, 2017 15:25
Glycemic index has been a big buzz phrase in human nutrition for years and it is now coming around to the equine world as well. What exactly is it and what …
Facts about Patent Urachus in Foals
by EquiMed Staff
May 8, 2017 11:03
The condition known as patent urachus is a leakage in the area of a new foal's umbilicus and when the urachus does not seal off properly within a few days of …
Dealing with the Barn Sour Horse
by Heather Smith Thomas
January 7, 2020 16:16
The barn sour horse gets anxious and difficult to control when away from its barn or herd mates. Understanding the causes and retraining makes a safer and …
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
Saddle pad
A heavy pad, often of wool felt, that is placed between the saddle and equine's back, often used with a saddle blanket. Provides additional protection and support.
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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