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Charles Wilhelm on the Benefits of Lunging Your Horse
Question: I would like to know why itâs important that I lunge my horse. I would also like to understand the essentials of this exercise.
What Horse Owners Can Do When They Can No Longer Care for Their Horse
Recent estimates put owning a horse at around $10,000 a year. This includes basic care costs associated with vaccinations, deworming, hoof care, nutrition and shelter.
The Real Cost of Horse Ownership
The cost of horse ownership has a number of variables: while you don't need to buy the trendiest, most expensive products or services, you do have a responsibility to provide your horse with a safe and healthy environment.
Sensible Tips for Healthier Horses During Winter Weather
"Neglect is the worst thing that happens to the horse during the winter months. Most horses are turned out to pasture and we only see them in the dark at feeding time," states Ann Swinker, Penn State Extension Equine Specialist.
Help Your Horse Stay Healthy this Winter
During summer months, it is easy to provide loving care for the horses and make sure they are fit and in good health, but it isn't all that easy during the dark cold days of winter.
Best Practices in Maintaining Horse Health during Cold Weather
The horse has 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.
Equine Dentistry - Floating Fundamentals
Learn about the signs of dental problems and why regular exams and floating of teeth are necessary for equine health.
CSU Hosts Legends of Ranching Sale of Horses April 2013
The Legends of Ranching Performance Horse Sale promises to be a springtime highlight at Colorado State University in late April, when 81 American Quarter Horses both promising young horses and proven older horses will be offered for sale.
Prevent Lameness in Your Horse
Great information about things that you can do the prevent lameness in your horse. Expert farrier Brandon DeShane gives you the what and why to help you keep your horse sound.
Respiratory Challenges in Horses, Part 1: Equine Influenza
Equine influenza attacks the normal immune functions of your horse’s lungs, which causes an increased susceptibility to secondary bacterial infection and bacterial pneumonia.