Are allergen triggers hiding in your stable?
By Margaret Evans
At one time we owned a palomino mare who, in her senior years, suffered from heaves, an allergic-based disease that compromises …
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Preventing Fall and Winter Colic
December 10, 2019 By
The fall is a time of lovely
colours, family get-togethers and winding down the busy show season.
However, fall is often a time of increased colic calls to veterinarians.
While not all …
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Confinement Weakens Bones in Horses
November 16, 2019 By
If a horse spends most of its life in a confined space, its bones may pay the price.
Bone is a dynamic, living tissue strengthened through use. “Impact stress from moderate exercise—whether …
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How Do I Clean My Horse’s Shealth?
July 5, 2019 By
It’s a dirty job, but somebody’s got to do it. Melissa McKee, DVM, explains how to clean a sheath and why it’s so important
Every gelding owner knows several times a year they have to roll up their …
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For Horses, Like Athletes, Its About Training
July 1, 2019 By
Dutch Olympic jumper Harrie Smolders at the CHIO Rotterdam event in June. Credit Jan Kok/Soccrates, via Getty Images
Some athletes are good at lifting heavy weights. Some are flexible, with great …
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Giving Your Horse a Bath
June 14, 2019 By
Equine Wellness Magazine By Karen Scholl
Does your horse hate being bathed? Here’s how to approach bath time a little differently to make it a positive experience for everyone.
Many horses seem …
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