Equine West Nile Threat Increases During Peak Mosquito Season

Sox For Horses and the Cold Truth About Equine Pastern Dermatitis

"Fighting equine pastern dermatitis, also known as scratches, mud fever or mud rash, dew poisoning or greasy heel, is frustrating in any season but winter makes it especially hard.

Are Hoof Care Products Worth the Cost?

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 care?

Vitamin B Complex

Learn why Vitamin B complex is often used to prevent and treat vitamin B deficiencies in horses and usually contains thiamine, riboflavin, pyridoxine, niacinamide, d-panthenol, and cyanocobalamin.

Do Homemade Equine Fly Sprays Really Work?

Learn about making your own fly sprays and why it is important to closely monitor your horse when you make changes in the products used on and around equines.

Horses4Heroes Partnering with ACTHA

Horses4Heroes ( H4H), based in Las Vegas Nevada has chosen the American Competitive Trail Horse Association (ACTHA) to work with their host centers in 44 states plus Canada and assist them in putting on ACTHA events to help raise funds for their efforts a

An Effective Treatment for Wounds in Horses

Leg wounds are one of the most common calls a veterinarian receives.  If the wound is severe, suturing is preferred; however depending on the location of the wound, oftentimes the wound can only be cleaned and bandaged.  The most common problems arising

June 2013 - Crusade Against Equine Colic Month

Throughout June 2013, the Crusade Against Equine Colic will provide colic prevention-related content through various outlets that will help owners implement practices that may reduce their horses' risk for colic.

Kentucky Equine Survey Reveals Big Numbers in Horse Industry

In 2012, the University of Kentucky and the Kentucky Horse Council partnered to fund and implement a statewide Kentucky Equine Survey. With significant funding from the Kentucky Agriculture Development Fund and matching funding from the industry as well a

Horizon Structures Series Presents: Let The Head Rule The Heart ~ Horse Barn Selection By Logic

In terms of a horse property, areas for service feeds such as water, electricity and possibly sewer, vehicular and pedestrian access, fencing needs and the horse barn itself all factor into the plan.