The AAEP has established guidelines for veterinarians involved in treating non-racing performance horses which compete in a wide range of athletic activities and may need different treatment than those involved in racing. Since a majority of AAEP membe
During hurricanes, earthquakes, wild fires, floods and other disasters, having a plan in place will save you time and money and possibly the lives of your horses.
So, when you have the opportunity and wherewithal to follow your heart into the wonderful world of horses in later years, I say, go for it.
âMissy Wryn's program is very simple but not for everyone; with her motto is âless is bestâ, she outlines her care program and how it supports a healthy happy horse.â
Learn how daily turnout helps horses and foals develop positive herd dynamics plus sound bodies, and how it prevents destructive behaviors.
âWaiting until you have a reason to take a horseâs vitals is a good example of shutting the barn door after the great escape - It is important to know if your horse sits at the low or high end of any given vitals range for you to have a good base line
The study, 'Evaluation of hoof pressure, contact area, and force using Fujifilm in booted and shod horses' was prepared for the International Canine and Equine Locomotion Conference in Switzerland in September, 2020.
The romance of living with our equine partners is an attractive picture for many passionate horse owners, but the reality can be a bit different.
Daily turnout helped the foals to develop an open mind, lots of exposure to herd dynamics, plus sound bodies.
When you start on a new barn project the idea of adding a few extra stalls, 'just in case,' is a sure-fired way to be the proud owner of more horses than you currently embrace as your equine family.