In an effort to increase awareness about the importance of microchipping your horse, the United Horse Coalition is running a microchip giveaway contest from Friday December 18th 2020 - January 1st, 2021.
Whether it is a mild or more severe case of abdominal pain in your horse, it is important to have an action plan in place if colic does happen.
Dehydration in horses is an extremely serious situation during hot, dry weather and occurs not only during strenuous exercise, stressful situations, or in cases of diarrhea, but also any time temperatures rise far above normal.
Connected Horse workshops are nonriding activities that center on liberty exercises, generally defined as the practice of meaningful connection exercises designed to build trust with the horse.
âThis lawsuit was filed by livestock owners that view wild horses as competition for below-market, taxpayer-subsidized grazing on public lands,â said Caitlin Zittkowski, attorney for Meyer, Glitzenstein and Crystal, the firm representing the advocates
Management of pain is a key element in veterinary care of horses, especially those with colic, lameness or following surgery. Regardless of the underlying cause, pain control is one of the most important short-term goals when working with horses.
"Fruits and vegetables such as apples and carrots make healthy holiday treats for horses along with cookie and muffin treats made using natural grains and molasses.â
A Home for Every Horse partners W.F. Young, Inc. and Purina Animal Nutrition presented prizes to Caitlin Schoemmell, winner of the Rags to Riches competition with her horse How Do You Like Me Now, and to the rescue of her choice, the United States Equine
Consultation with a professional barn builder who is experienced with equines and their needs is always a bright idea! As they say, 'You don’t know what you don’t know'.
The Center for Equine Health at UC Davis periodically offers horses for sale. These horses are no longer needed for research or teaching programs and may be suitable for pleasure or performance purposes. The horses vary widely in age, breed and training.