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Keep Equine Herpesvirus in Mind to Prevent Losses
Horses face a serious threat from equine herpesvirus, a common cause of equine respiratory disease, but by vaccinating horses before exposure, owners can protect them against an EHV outbreak and against economic loss.
Announcing SILVER BELLS® Mud Defeating Pastern Wraps for Your Horse
Silver Bells® Pastern Wraps, made by Sox For Horses, Inc. separate your horse’s pastern and top of the hoof from one of the primary causes of Equine Pastern Dermatitis – prolonged exposure to mud.
Congress Spares America's Horses from Slaughter in Spending Bill
The American Wild Horse Campaign commends the U.S. Congress for maintaining protections from slaughter for America's horses in the final Omnibus spending bill for 2018.
Your Horse Lonely? Habitat for Horses Has a Great Idea
Researchers have found that horses became more stressed and increasingly difficult to handle the more isolated they are and significant levels of stress have been shown to lead to disease.
Don't Let July 4th Fireworks Destroy Your Horse's Emotional Welfare
The sight and sounds of fireworks can send a horse into flight mode, making it impossible to calm it down easily and a panicking horse can endanger his own life and the lives of people around him.
Weaving
Learn about the stereotypic behavior known as weaving, how it may be prevented by plenty of exercise, changes to the horse's environment, and feeding your horse on a natural schedule of several times a day.
Tips for Keeping Your Senior Horse Healthy During Winter
According to Katie Young, Equine Nutritionist, Ph.D., Purina Animal Nutrition, proper care and nutrition, especially during the winter months, can go a long way in keeping senior horses healthy long term.
Colic Prevention Tips as Cold Weather Arrives
Horses experiencing changes in their environment as weather grows colder are at high risk of intestinal dysfunction so it is important to pay special attention to horses during seasonal changes.
Nominate Your Favorite Vet, Trainer, Farrier or Stable Manager for Horseman Award
To recognize that vet, trainer, farrier or stable manager that goes the extra mile for you and your horse and let them know just how much you appreciate their hard work, nominate them to be the 2014 EQUUS Professional Horseman.
Don't Let Dust Diminish Your Horse
Even a horse not exhibiting signs of breathing issues may be under assault from airborne particles so it is important to avoid asthma and respiratory issues with barn management.