Horse Health Matters®
Finding and Scheduling an Equine Dentist
by EquiMed Staff
April 6, 2017 12:50
An equine dentist is an important part of your horse's healthcare team. In most cases, your veterinarian will be trained to take care of dental issues, but if …
Equine Dentist Laws by State
by Flossie Sellers
April 6, 2017 13:55
Requirements for equine dentists and technicians vary from state to state. Learn the requirements in your state …
How to Pick your Horse's Feet
by Mark Sellers
April 12, 2017 12:01
Picking your horse's feet is a basic general care activity that will reduce the chances of lameness due to hoof disease. This easy and traditional activity …
Establishing a Daily Routine for Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 12:02
Horses do need daily care when it comes to feeding, satisfying thirst and exercise. Learn how you can make meeting your horse's basic needs an enjoyable break …
Tip of the Day
Warm up, workout, warm down and coolout are the four phases of an equine exercise session. Ignoring any of these phases may cause injury to or illness for your equine.
Preparing for the Farrier's Visit
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 16:47
You will get better service from your farrier if you do your part to prepare for his or her visit. Here are some great ideas to help you become your farrier's …
Horse Conformation as a Whole: Can He Do the Job …
by Heather Smith Thomas
May 3, 2017 10:46
This series of five articles on equine conformation will be of great help when selecting a horse for the job you want done. A horse with well-balanced …
Is an All-stock 12% Protein Feed Mix Safe For My Horse …
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
May 4, 2017 16:40
Lower-cost grain mixes formulated for "all-stock" are at best a compromise when fed to horses. Dr. Getty notes the issues with these all-purpose feeds that the …
Problems in Equine Reproduction
by EquiMed Staff
May 7, 2017 13:37
Thinking about breeding your mare or stallion? A basic understanding of potential problems will help you make good decisions along the way. This primer covers …
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
Adhesions
Union of separate surfaces by the formation of new tissue.
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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absolutely necessary; extremely important.
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Quote of the Day
There are only two emotions that belong in the saddle; one is a sense of humor and the other is patience.
John Lyons