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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The Healing Power of Horses: How Equine Therapy Benefits Veterans, Victims of Abuse & More
February 17, 2019 By
By NICOLA BRIDGES
(Hope Fisher/JayC Foundation)
In 1991, 11-year-old Jaycee Lee Dugard was abducted while walking from her home to a nearby school bus stop. She was …
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