Most intestinal parasites are ingested while horses are grazing where eggs and larvae of parasites have been deposited on grass and upper layers of the soil.
Myths passed down from sources not knowledgeable about horse nutrition can be confusing, but knowing facts about what keeps a horse healthy and energetic relative to age and workload is important for all-around good health.
If you are simply doing routine dental floating on your horses without a thorough dental examination you may be dealing with only a small piece of the puzzle of your horse's dental health.
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.
âThe Unwanted Horse Coalition is excited to announce the launch of its new website with important information about the unwanted horse issue, links to additional resources such as feed and haybanks, gelding and health care voucher programs, and grant-ma
Many hunters throughout the United States are busy preparing for the start of the big game hunting season, and in some areas, game birds are also being hunted.Â
If the horse or pony has a long shaggy hair coat and a history of shedding late or not at all, it is often assumed that they have Equine Cushing's Disease also known as Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID). Cushingâs Disease is a hormonal di
A report by Nathan Vickers in Rogersville, Missouri, cites a horse owner who isn't taking any chances with her horses when it comes to protecting them from West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne diseases.
"Bredahl will receive The Humane Society of the United Statesâ Horse Hero Award for her work using horses as teachers and encouraging young equestrians to achieve their greatest potential as well as treating horses with the utmost care and respect.â
Freezing temperatures and deep snow can be extremely problematic for horses with arthritic and mobility issues, according to Laurie Cerny, editor and publisher of good-horsekeeping.com.