Equine Wellness
Mythbuster Monday: Horses Ridden in Dusty Arenas Have Diminished Lung Capacity
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Does riding horses in a dusty arena permanently decrease their lung capacity?
When Is It Too Hot to Ride Your Horse? By Kentucky Performance Products
To ride or not to ride? That is the question.
Weekend Wellness, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: What Does Vitamin E Deficiency Look Like in Horses?
Is your horse getting enough Vitamin E? This essential antioxidant plays a critical role in protecting nerve and muscle cells from damage, so make sure you know what to look for in your horse. (more…)
Why Horses Lay Down When Saddled: Understanding the Vasovagal Response
From girth tightening to ground collapse, this article provides understanding and prevention tips for girth-induced vasovagal responses.
Mythbuster Monday: Horses Sleep Better Outside
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Do horses sleep better outdoors?
Thoroughbred Logic, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: When Their Hind End Is Sore
“Whether the horses are coming off the track or they are coming back into my life after they’ve been tried and tested in second careers, dealing with hind end issues is more common than I’d like.” (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: The Hydration Equation
… at least for one horse. Could this help yours? (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Green Spring Grass Woes
Here’s how one SmartPaker manages her horse on fresh grass. Read on for full details. (more…)
6 Facts Every Horse Owner Should Know About Arthritis
Arthritis is inflammation of the joint, and it is responsible for 60 percent of lameness cases in horses. However, in many cases, there is treatment. Read on for more about arthritis and what to look for in your horse. (more…)
Weekend Wellness, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: My Horse Is Coughing. Should I Worry?
Like humans, horses cough. But when is it time to worry? Read on for more. (more…)
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Winter Water Solutions
Dealing with water troughs and making sure your horse is hydrated is one of the many challenges of horse ownership in the winter months. Here are some tips and tricks on managing water in the cold. (more…)
Tuesday Video: Myofascial Release Exercises
Enjoy these myofascial release exercises presented to you by @advantagehorsemanship!
Caring for Your Horse on Stall Rest
If you’ve ever had to have a horse on strict stall rest, you know it can be trying (to say the least). Your horse gets bored and everyone begins to act out. So here are some tips on making tall rest less painful for everyone from the good folks Alnorthumbria Equine Vets. (more…)
Mythbuster Monday: Stabled Horses Have a Greater Risk of Colic Than Horses That Are Turned Out Regularly
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Do stabled horses have a greater risk of colic than horses who are frequently turned out?
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Overcoming 4 Winter Horse Health Challenges Around the Barn
Are you stuck in a colder state for the winter? Although we may be dreaming of warmer days to come, we’re also staying aware of the four most common winter horse health challenges around the barn. Read on for some ways to combat those issues.
Weekend Wellness: Winter Care for Arthritic Horses, by Kentucky Performance Products
Winter can be rough on those of us with tired bones — this also is true for our horses. Here are eight tips to help support your arthritic horse in the colder months. (more…)
Healthy, Shiny…Bored
In this excerpt from her book No Bored Horses, zookeeper, animal trainer, and horsewoman Amanda Goble explains how the “nice lives” we have given our horses can contribute to their development of physical and behavioral problems.
6 Tips for Keeping Your Horse in Work Over the Winter
Between the cold, the wet, and those long dark evenings, even the most dedicated rider can feel their motivation slipping in winter. But your horse still needs exercise and attention. Here are six ways you can keep your equine pal in work during the colder months. (more…)
Thoroughbred Logic, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: The Need for More Support During Their Second Careers
“Sometimes a Thoroughbred’s hardest time and greatest need lies smack in the middle of its second career.” (more…)
Why Do Horses Get Frisky in Cold Weather? Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
Why do horses seem to get frisky when temperatures drop? And how can you mitigate the performance and handling problems that can come with that extra energy? (more…)
Horse Nation How To: Feeling Your Horse’s Digital Pulse
As horse owners, there are a number of skills that we need to have in order to be informed and to help our vets determine how urgently a horse needs to be seen. Being able to check your horse’s digital pulse is one of those skills. (more…)
Adjusting Your Horse’s Diet for Seasonal Changes, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products
As the seasons shift, a horse’s dietary needs also change. Whether you’re preparing a horse for the colder months or transitioning them back into spring, you can take several practical steps to manage your horse’s diet—and keep your horse healthy—during these seasonal turning points. (more…)
