Horse Health Matters®
Using a Veterinarian Versus a Non-Veterinarian Equine Dentist
by Jennifer M. Keeler
April 19, 2017 10:49
With the growing demand for horse dental care, non-veterinary technicians are practicing in different areas of the country. Read to learn about criteria for " …
Horse First Aid for Shock
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 15:03
Learn about the 5 different types of shock that occur in horses. Your preparation could help save a horse's life in the case of shock …
How to Measure Your Horse's Fitness using a Heart Monitor
by EquiMed Staff
April 13, 2017 14:55
Learn why measuring your horse's fitness using a heart monitor is important and how to use the information as a benchmark as fitness increases by keeping good …
Equine Strength Training
by EquiMed Staff
April 14, 2017 12:16
Learn the 3 major training goals for your horse and how riding up and down hills and walking through water will help condition your horse in all three areas …
Tip of the Day
Use rubber stall mats over concrete breezeways in your barn to prevent horses from slipping and falling, especially when shod.
Maintaining a Healthy Environment for Your Horse During the Transition …
by EquiMed Staff
April 28, 2017 14:54
Important preparations to make around your horse barn and stable before Jack Frost shows up include repairing fence lines, managing pastures, checking barns and …
Are Hoof Care Products Worth the Cost …
by Jennifer M. Keeler
April 30, 2017 18:02
Your local tack store has shelves loaded with various horse hoof treatments. What are they used for and do they really work? What works best for periodic hoof …
Artificial Insemination for Your Mare …
by Flossie Sellers
May 7, 2017 14:08
Artificial insemination (AI) is a popular technique for reducing the danger and expense of live cover, and providing access to genetic material (semen) from …
Conditioning a Horse for Work after a Layoff
by Heather Smith Thomas
April 5, 2019 09:50
Gradual conditioning enables the horse's body to adapt and develop the ability to handle more work without pushing him too far at once …
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
Cue
Any signal given by a rider to instructions to the horse. Including verbal cues (whoa), leg cues, rein cues and others.
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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