Mules and donkeys have served mankind as beast of burdens for thousands of years. They have worked and lived in some of the harshest environments and still survived.
Horses have two natural defenses against cold; a long hair coat and a layer of fat beneath the skin. Both provide an excellent means of insulation against the cold.
During the holidays, people enjoy plenty of special treats, so why shouldn't horses? Holiday  treats can provide pleasure and add beneficial nutrients to your horseâs diet. Certainly, everyone enjoys seeing the horse's reaction when offered a s
Dr. Robert A. Mowrey, Extension Horse Husbandry Specialist with My Horse University discusses the effects that cold weather has on horses and gives information that will help you adjust your feeding, watering, and conditioning management practices to insu
A growing number of horse owners rely on the misconception that if their horse appears healthy and fit, then chances are it is. What if we had the tools to help us look beyond a horseâs appearance so that good decisions could be made for its optimal hea
Winter has arrived in many areas and while you may be tempted to wrap your horse in a warm blanket and leave the horse in a heated barn for the cold season. Avoid that urge. Your horse is better off if you refrain from too much over-coddling him.
Many horse owners travel during the holidays and leaving their horse or horses can pose both emotional and logistical worries. Leaving your horses in the care of others takes thoughtful planning and preparation to make sure that horses are well taken care
Winter can be a challenging time for horse management. Whether your horse lives in the barn or in the pasture, there are some key points to keeping your equine happy and healthy during the colder months.
Researchers at the School of Veterinary Medicine at University College in Dublin, Ireland, investigated the records of 40 horses that were examined because they were losing weight despite having a good appetite. Scores for body condition and blood levels
There is little more frustrating than getting ready for a big show and finding out your horse is not moving or feeling quite right.