Fighting Fly Allergies and Mosquito Borne Diseases in Horses

Learn how to prepare yourself for this season's pest control problems when it comes to keeping your horses healthy and comfortable.

Florida Equestrian Develops Life Saver for Horses with Summer Sores in Sheath Area

The patented Alpha Sheath Shield protects gelding and stallion’s sheaths from flies and parasites that lay eggs in wounds and worsen the condition and discomfort for the horse.

Solve Your Horse Fly Problem Safely

As a horse and barn owner I've come up with a pretty good system for fly control. There is no one thing, no magic bullet to controlling flies, but with patience, consistency and working with nature you can reduce some of your fly populations up to 85%

New Therapy Could Combat Persistent Joint Infections in Horses

Any wound near a horse's joint requires immediate veterinary attention; Left untreated, these wounds can be life-threatening.

Parasites

Learn about the many parasites that affect horse health and what you can do to minimize the population of parasites and the effect they have on horse health by following 9 steps recognized by AAEP as being central to parasite control.

Gunshot Method of Deworming Horses - Gone!

Potomac Horse Fever

 Learn about the causes of Potomac horse fever and the treatments necessary because of at least 14 different strains of the disease resulting in a number of symptoms, all of which require prompt therapy along with medications necessary to treat each face

Your Horse's Diet as It Relates to Diseases and Conditions

Good equine nutrition greatly reduces chances of horse diseases and conditions. Learn about the 10 disease and conditions that are directly related to horse nutrition and how to avoid them.

Debunking 4 Popular Myths about Beet Pulp for Horses

Although anecdotal stories about individual horses may have lead to these myths or old wives' tales about beet pulp as feed, research and experience have largely discounted them and supplied information that horse owners can take to heart.

Second Careers for Racehorses: The Transition from Racetrack to Ribbons

With their versatility and great work ethic, a retired racehorse can be hugely rewarding, but it’s important to do your homework in order to find the most suitable mount for you.