Horses With Asthma – Possible Symptoms and What to Do
Equine asthma, also known as “heaves” or chronic obstructive bronchitis, is a common condition in horses. It is a chronic respiratory disease caused by inflammation
Equine Health
Which Plants are Poisonous for Horses?
Expert Advice: Kim Lina Pethahn, an independent feed consultant, wrote this article. Common Symptoms and What to Avoid Poisonous plants can be found all over
The Equine Skeleton – The Horse From the Inside
It is nothing new that horses are very agile animals. But did you know that a horse’s skeleton consists of 252 individual bones? This means
The Body Condition Score of Horses
Assessing a horse’s overall body condition The body condition score (BCS) is a subjective evaluation method used to assess a horse’s overall body condition and
A Horse’s Weight
What Your Horse’s Weight Tells You An important issue often overlooked in equestrian sport, is the weight of our beloved horses. Just as with us
Supplements and Vitamins for Horses
Expert Advice: Kim Lina Pethahn, an independent feed consultant, wrote this article. Offering the Necessities & Avoiding Overdosages Whether your horse needs supplements at all
The Equine Colic
One of the most feared intestinal issues Expert Advice: This article was written by Dr. Pedro Penha Garcia, a veterinarian with 10+ years of experience.
Pros and Cons of Going Barefoot
Going barefoot refers to the practice of keeping horses without horseshoes, allowing them to walk and run on natural surfaces with their hooves unprotected by
Hoof Care for Horses
For a healthy foundation Hoof care is an important part of equine health care. The hooves are the foundation of the horse and bear the
Coat Change
Here’s how you can help your horse When the days start to get longer and spring arrives, we throw our thick winter coats into the
Five Stretching Exercises for Your Horse
Upgrade your routine! Keeping your horse in tip-top shape is crucial for his health and well-being. As riders, we can unintentionally limit our horses’ range
How To Rug Your Horse in Winter
Are you over-rugging your horse out of concern? There are key factors you should keep in mind when using blankets for your horse during winter.
Active Stables for Horses
Constant Free Movement in Herds Can Help Against Obesity We always talk about how feed can affect a horse’s weight but feed is not the
Pollen Allergy in Horses: Causes, Symptoms and Pollen Calendar
Pollen allergies can affect horses as it does humans. Similar to humans, horses can experience hypersensitivity to certain types of pollen, leading to unpleasant symptoms.
Symptoms on the Horse Body – What Diarrhoea, Urine, Lymph Nodes and the Skin Tell You.
Everything About Symptoms on the Horse Body II Chart on Symptoms on the Horse Body How often do you wish horses could talk to you?
Symptoms on the Horse Body: What Hot Legs, Sore Spots or Digestive Noises Tell You!
When grooming and saddling, you can easily check your horse’s body for symptoms. In this blog post you can read about symptoms of the horse’s
Symptoms on the Horse Head: Eyes, Ears, Nostrils and Gums
Watery eyes, discharge from the ears, swelling or gum colour give you information about possible infections or injuries. In this blog post you can read
The Horse’s TPR Values: How and Where to Measure Pulse, Temperature and Respiration
Temperature, Pulse and Respiration – Indicators of Your Horse’s Health Early detection of fever, respiratory abnormalities or a too low/too high pulse can save your
The Weather Index: Keeping Horses Safe and Comfortable in Extreme Temperatures
Horses are sturdy creatures, but they can be sensitive to extreme weather conditions. Here you can read about the impact of temperature and humidity on
Vaccinating the Horse – From EHV to Influenza
When it comes to your horse’s health, there are many important aspects to consider. One of the most important ways to prevent diseases are vaccinations.