Horse Health Matters®

General Care

The Equine Circulatory System

Joan Norton VMD DACVIM

The Equine Circulatory System

by Joan Norton VMD DACVIM

April 22, 2017 12:13

The horse is one of the most impressive natural athletes in the world largely due to a specialized circulatory system that, along with the respiratory system, …

Horse Thoughts For the New Horse Owner: Part Two of Two

by Miriam Rieck

April 23, 2017 16:29

Thinking about getting a horse. Author Miriam Reich continues her sage advice based on her experiences and what she learned …

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 …

Healthy Barn

The Top 5 Non-human Companions for Your Horse

Deb M. Eldredge, DVM

The Top 5 Non-human Companions for Your Horse

by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM

April 28, 2017 12:58

Learn why your horse needs companionship and which animals make good non-human buddies to help keep your horse occupied and comfortable when you cannot be there …

Tip of the Day

A mature horse required 8-10% protein in their diet. Use high quality hay, and supplement with grain as needed to maintain a 5-6 body condition score.

Horse Hoof Abscesses: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

by Miriam Rieck

April 30, 2017 18:10

You go to feed your horse and he is standing in the far corner of the paddock. You notice a very pronounced limp as he walks to his feeder. Did he break a bone …

Lameness

Preventing Horse Lameness

EquiMed Staff

Preventing Horse Lameness

by EquiMed Staff

May 2, 2017 16:03

Preventative and proactive healthcare can greatly reduce your cost of horse ownership. This article shows you 5 things that you can do to greatly reduce the …

Reproductive Care

The Mares Reproductive Cycle

EquiMed Staff

The Mares Reproductive Cycle

by EquiMed Staff

May 6, 2017 14:26

A mare's natural reproductive cycle is explained in this article with references to the basic timing of the estrous cycle. Techniques of cycle manipulation also …

Reproductive Care

Preparing Your Mare for Parturition

EquiMed Staff

Preparing Your Mare for Parturition

by EquiMed Staff

May 7, 2017 12:53

Participating in the parturition of your foal can be both exciting and nerve-racking. Being fully prepared both physically and mentally can help both you 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 …

General Care

Horse Parasite Control Guidelines

EquiMed Staff

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 …

General Care

Horse Vaccination Guidelines

EquiMed Staff

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 …

First Aid

Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid

EquiMed Staff

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

Organelles

A specialized subset within a cell that has a specific function.

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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adjective
  1. absolutely necessary; extremely important.
    synonyms: crucial, necessary, key, vital, indespensable, important, of the essence, critcal imperative, manditory, compulsory, obligatory

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Ain't worth fussin' about unless the bone is showin' or you ain't go no feelin' in it...even then you should cowboy up and walk it off.

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