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How to Give Your Horse a Daily Once-Over

Flossie Sellers

How to Give Your Horse a Daily Once-Over

by Flossie Sellers

April 15, 2017 18:38

Learn the 6 important points of observation that will clue you in to your horse's physical and mental state during a daily once over as you groom your horse …

Why Having a Veterinary Pre-purchase Examination Makes Sense

by Rachel Kosmal McCart

April 21, 2017 13:40

Learn why a veterinary pre-purchase examination is important and how it can save you from ending up paying for your horse twice …

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Facing Reality After Your Horse's Death

Deb M. Eldredge, DVM

Facing Reality After Your Horse's Death

by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM

April 24, 2017 10:13

Read this thoughtful article by a veterinarian who has had years of personal experience caring for horses and other animals to learn how to deal with the …

Wise Horse Owners Expect the Unexpected to Keep Horses Safe during …

by EquiMed Staff

April 1, 2025 15:36

During hurricanes, earthquakes, wild fires, floods and other disasters, having a plan in place will save you time and money and possibly the lives of your …

General Care Tip

Young horses may have low withers that will change in proportion with maturity. Full wither height may not occur until the horse is 4 to 6 years old.

What Horse Owners Can Do When They Can No Longer Care for Their Horse

by EquiMed Staff

April 20, 2017 11:05

Recent estimates put owning a horse at around $10,000 a year. This includes basic care costs associated with vaccinations, deworming, hoof care, nutrition and …

gen·er·al care
/ˈjen(ə)rəl ker/
noun
  1. the widespread provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of someone or something.
  2. a good name for a military horse.

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