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  • Avoid Trees that Are Toxic to Horses at Spring Planting Time

    With cold weather easing in many areas, horse owners often begin planting trees in areas where horses are kept. Unfortunately, some trees and plants are toxic to horses and steps should be taken to avoid having these trees near horses.

    Flossie Sellers - February 4, 2013 11:17

  • Awareness Counts When It Comes to Dermatitis in Horses

    Horse owners that ride or work their horses during winter weather in wet and muddy conditions often discover that their horse has developed dermatitis on the underbelly and legs. This condition is often referred to as hunting dermatitis because it is rela

    Flossie Sellers - January 23, 2013 10:04

  • Balancing the Horse's Diet with Performance Demands

    Determining the diet that works best for a performance horse is similar to determining what should go into the diet of a human athlete. What, when, and how much is fed is tied to the length and intensity of the work the horse will be asked to do.

    Flossie Sellers - December 27, 2012 11:42

  • Best Time to Feed Horse Before Competition

    One of the most common questions asked about feeding the performance horse is when to feed before a competition. Theoretically, feeding should be timed so that all of the nutrients from a meal have been digested, absorbed, and stored before starting exerc

    Flossie Sellers - August 31, 2012 09:55

  • Better Foal Health Proves To Be a Balancing Act

    According to a Health Brochure from Bayer Animal Health, a healthy foal will grow rapidly, gaining in height, weight and strength almost before your very eyes. From birth to age two, a young horse can achieve 90 percent or more of its full adult size, som

    Flossie Sellers - February 16, 2013 10:34

  • Bill Strengthens Horse Protection Act Related to Soring

    The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today applauds Reps. Ed Whitfield (R-KY) and Steve Cohen (D-TN) for introducing legislation to amend the federal Horse Protection Act of 1970 to eradicate the abusive practice o

    Flossie Sellers - September 13, 2012 17:00

  • Biosecurity Protocols Updated at Florida Equestrian Center

    Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) announces that they have updated information regarding biosecurity protocols for the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC). 

    Flossie Sellers - March 6, 2013 08:21

  • Boehringer Furthers Research of Pigeon Fever in Horses

    Scientists, researchers, practicing veterinarians, animal health companies, and horse owners have long been dedicated to improving the health of the horse. Yet the need for more knowledge in regards to disease prevention, lameness and general wellness sti

    Flossie Sellers - September 1, 2012 09:33

  • Boehringer Ingelheim Equine Research Awards To Be Presented

    During the AAEP Convention being held on December 1-5, 2012, in Anaheim, California, winners of the second annual Boehringer Ingelheim Advancement in Equine Research Award Program will be announced.

    Flossie Sellers - September 14, 2012 12:22

  • Equine Guelph Introduces Health Flash - An Important Tool for Horse Owners

    Equine Guelph is pleased to announce the introduction of Health Flash – a program of four seasonal health reminders to help the busy horse owner keep on top of the changes that affect their sector during the year. The program will also provide special a

    Flossie Sellers - January 18, 2013 09:01

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