New Scheme Launched to Help Combat Saddle Problems
August 22, 2014 Comments Off on New Scheme Launched to Help Combat Saddle Problems
Recent studies showed that horses with saddle slip syndrome were more than 50 times likely to be lame or have gait abnormalities; that 46% of horses were lame or had gait abnormalities and that 43% of saddles were ill-fitting.
Continue reading …Why Having Room to Move is So Important, Not Only For Your Show Horse, but All Horses
August 20, 2014 Comments Off on Why Having Room to Move is So Important, Not Only For Your Show Horse, but All Horses
The horse’s large size helps him build bone mass simply by moving. Inactivity can make horses’ bones porous, potentially leading to fractures when only a slight demand is placed on them.
Continue reading …Is Your Horse’s Feed Safe to Consume?
August 19, 2014 Comments Off on Is Your Horse’s Feed Safe to Consume?
If the feed is milled at a plant that also manufactures livestock feed containing ionophore, there’s a risk it could possibly be fatal to your horse.
Continue reading …12-Week Online Course on Equine Growth and Development
August 19, 2014 Comments Off on 12-Week Online Course on Equine Growth and Development
The course will also consist of video interviews with experienced industry breeders; along with video demonstrations of preparing for semen collection and new technological advances such as embryo transfer.
Continue reading …Protect Your Four-Legged Furry Friends From Hidden Household Hazards
August 18, 2014 Comments Off on Protect Your Four-Legged Furry Friends From Hidden Household Hazards
Along with chocolate, onions, and avocados, the AVMA also recommends keeping the following out of your pet’s diet: grapes/raisins, salt, garlic, macadamia nuts, coffee grounds, yeast dough, fatty foods, tea, alcohol, and chewing gum, candy, and breath fresheners containing xylitol.
Continue reading …Travel Precautions For Equine Vesicular Stomatitis
August 14, 2014 Comments Off on Travel Precautions For Equine Vesicular Stomatitis
The summer heat and bugs create a melting pot for equine viruses to keep travelers from enjoying the summer and horse events. This year, equestrians are faced with Equine Vesicular Stomatitis.
Continue reading …Relief For Tying Up and Tiring Out in Horses
August 13, 2014 Comments Off on Relief For Tying Up and Tiring Out in Horses
For many horse owners, the question is often not if their horses will “tie up” but when. The range can be from mild occurrences of about once per year to severe cases with repeated incidents after exercise or stress.
Continue reading …Equestrian Exercise Series #3: Working Out Your Core
August 12, 2014 Comments Off on Equestrian Exercise Series #3: Working Out Your Core
“The abdominal muscles keep the upper and lower body connected,” explains Brant. “If there is a weak link, it will be harder to keep the chest and shoulders steady and the legs from moving incorrectly and potentially miscuing the horse.”
Continue reading …Potomac Horse Fever: True or False?
August 12, 2014 Comments Off on Potomac Horse Fever: True or False?
PHF is caused by bites from various insects.
False!
10 Tips for Safe Summer/Fall Pet Travel
August 11, 2014 Comments Off on 10 Tips for Safe Summer/Fall Pet Travel
If something should happen to your pet en route or at your destination, it is important to be able to find a veterinarian quickly. A great resource is the AVMA’s MyVeterinarian.com, where you can search vets by zip code or city/state.
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