Whether you’re out on the trail for several miles or competing in the ring on a hot day, knowing how to check your horse’s vital signs could come in handy — and it’s something every equestrian should know. (more…)
Swimming and aquatreadmill work take center stage at educational event for owners who prioritize their horses’ peak performance, health and well-being.
A lot of attention has been directed to bacterial endotoxins, MMP enzyme activators, and fructan or starch fermentation as factors in laminitis, but how much are they really involved? (more…)
There’s no doubt about it — warmer weather has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere, which means flies have hatched and are ready and willing to bug the living crap out of our horses. Here are seven fly control tips to keep your horses happy and healthy.
Preparedness is essential with the unexpected occurs. That’s why Equine Guelph has decided to offer a new industry certificate in Equine Emergency Preparedness. (more…)
For horse owners, nothing is more frightening than hearing the word COLIC! Winter is an important season to focus on colic prevention and ward off water woes that can lead to impaction in the equine gut. (more…)
Some horses suffer from hoof pain in cold weather. Even though the condition is temporary, it is still painful. Fortunately, there are ways to manage the issue. (more…)
If you have a senior horse, you know their needs can be much different than those of your younger horses. This is definitely true of their hoof care. Equine Guelph brings us more information on how to go about caring for your senior horse’s hooves. (more…)
With smoke from fires on the west coast affecting people globally, knowing the best way for your horses to cope with it is key. Nan Meek and Kim Miller from Haygain offer these tips. (more…)
Bringing a horse into work requires careful consideration of biomechanics and how to introduce a workload properly. Here’s what Dr. Hilary Clayton had to say on the matter in an interview with Equine Guelph. (more…)
A new free webinar is launching this weekend to help keep horse owners informed. This week the topic is the back issues in performance horses with Dr. Kent Allen, DVM. Don’t miss it!
Foaling season is officially upon us, and this year there is an increase in reports of Nocardioform placentitis. University of Kentucky’s Department of Veterinary Science responds. (more…)
February is Equine Dental Health Awareness Month (yes, that’s a thing), so this is a great time to get a refresher on how dental health can affect your horse and remind you to have its teeth checked. (more…)
Tab Pigg, Certified Journeyman Farrier, Vettec, Inc., discusses how hoof hydration plays a role in hoof integrity — and what you and your farrier can do to maintain consistent hydration.
