With the arrival of cold weather, many horse owners consider how to increase the caloric intake of some of their horses by adding additional fat calories, especially those horses that tend to hard keepers or horses that score 4 or below on the body condit
The nutrients needed for hoof growth are often contained in a horse’s normal diet, but adding a hoof supplement ensures that the horse has sufficient material to maximize development of strong hoof tissue.
A bit of knowledge and common sense will make wearing a muzzle much less damaging to a horse's teeth.
American Paint Horse Association registration fee increases effective January 1 do not apply to online registrations, meaning horse owners can save money by completing their transactions online.
Changes in diet and stabling often occur at the same time as changes in weather and activity levels, and these changes can impact your horse's risk of colic.
Be prepared! Ensure that you carry an adequate first aid kit in case of an emergency, and always have on hand the veterinarians number that is relevant to your destination or overnight stop.
âDr. Blodgett received his bachelorâs degree in animal science from Oklahoma State University and earned his degree in veterinary medicine from Texas A&M University, and has since been recognized as an outstanding alumnus by both universities.â
Learn why rabies is nearly always fatal and why vaccination to prevent this disease should be a priority for every horse owner because of the lack of any effective treatment once a horse contracts rabies.
âThe AHC Welfare Code of Practice encourages everyone to consider the health, safety, and welfare of their horses in all aspects of their activities, including the social and ethical issues.â
Dr. Dan Ahnen, one of several veterinarians from Siloam Springs, Ark. who rotate a week at a time in the Southwest City Veterinary Clinic is a veterinarian who stresses the importance of preventative medicine for animals including horses, cows, and small