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Building a Strong Bond with Your Horse: Tips for Effective Communication
If you're a horse owner, you want to establish a strong bond with your equine friend to create a positive and lasting relationship.
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Feb 10, 20231 min read
Does Your Horse Have Anhidrosis?
Anhidrosis is the partial or total loss of the ability to sweat. The cause of this condition, which results in the coat becoming very...
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Feb 9, 20231 min read
Why Horses Stock Up?
Edema and attendant swelling may develop in horses' legs, especially, the hind limbs, usually as a result of lack of exercise. Other...
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Feb 8, 20232 min read
Equine Chiropractic and Osteopathic Therapy
The history of chiropractic medicine goes back to the time of the ancient Greeks when the principles of medicine were laid down by...
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Feb 7, 20232 min read
ATP - Critical In Energizing The Performance Horse
A horse’s performance is dependent on several factors, including health, nutrition, and fitness. Energy is defined as the capacity to do...
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Feb 7, 20232 min read
Lost Art Or Still Very Beneficial?
Today, new veterinary graduates learn little, if any, of the secrets on the use of paints, sweats and liniments. There are dozens, if not...
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Feb 6, 20233 min read
Stifle Lameness
This is one of the most common problems in the performance horse. The vast majority of stifle problems involve inflammation of the...
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Feb 5, 20231 min read
Sacro-iliac Strain In The Horse
Most horseman call this 'dropped hip' syndrome. In fact actually it is a strain of one of the major ligaments of the hind end. Typically,...
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Feb 4, 20232 min read
Puzzling Condition Still Misunderstood In Horses
Aorto-iliac thrombosis is still one of the most poorly understood conditions in the horse. Basically the problem is one in which there is...
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Feb 3, 20232 min read
The Art of Horsemanship: Techniques and Traditions for Riding and Training
the techniques and traditions of horsemanship are essential to building a strong and trusting relationship with your horse.
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Feb 3, 20232 min read
From Racing to Riding: A Complete Overview of Horses in Sports
Horses have been an important part of human culture for thousands of years
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Feb 3, 20232 min read
The Beauty and Grace of Horses: A Celebration of Equine Wonders
Horses are some of the most magnificent creatures in the world, known for their grace, beauty, and strength.
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Feb 2, 20232 min read
Windpuffs In The Performance Horse
There are many terms used to describe the actual sheath or pouch containing synovial fluid and surrounding the flexor tendons at the...
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Feb 2, 20232 min read
Atrial Fibrillation In The Performance Horse
Atrial fibrillation is a condition in which the upper chamber of the heart is not functioning properly. The upper chamber or atrium acts...
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Feb 1, 20232 min read
The Importance of Regular Hoof Care for Horses
Horses are majestic creatures that require a lot of care and attention to keep them healthy and happy. One of the most critical aspects ...
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Feb 1, 20231 min read
How To Treat Excessive Use Of Cortisone In The Horse
Cortisone is still one of the most commonly used drugs in equine practice. The anti-inflammatory effects of the cortisone drugs can be of...
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Jan 31, 20233 min read
Are You Relying On The Wrong Lab Tests To Determine Iron Deficiency In Your Performance Horse?
When iron deficiency is missed by relying on wrong lab tests, there is a high probability of the animal permanently reducing its capacity...
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Jan 30, 20232 min read
Moody Mares: Ovaries?
Certain conditions of the ovaries may appear to be a lameness problem. Most of these mares will show signs very similar to vaginitis as...
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Jan 29, 20232 min read
Vaginitis: Diagnosis Often Difficult
Vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina, usually due to manure contamination. Mares in which the vagina is located further back than the...
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Jan 28, 20232 min read
Lung Bleeding (EIPH): Not Just In Racehorses!!!
Although veterinary medicine has come a long way in understanding the bleeding horse, there is still a great deal of work to be done in...
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Jan 27, 20232 min read
Horseback Riding for Beginners: Tips and Tricks
Horseback riding is an enjoyable and rewarding activity, but it can be intimidating for beginners. If you're new to horseback riding,...
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Jan 27, 20232 min read
The Emotional Connection between Humans and Horses
The bond between humans and horses has been a subject of fascination for centuries. Horses have been an integral part of human history,...
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Jan 27, 20232 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Equine Nutrition and Feeding
Equine nutrition and feeding is a crucial aspect of horse care, as it directly impacts the health and well-being of your horse. Proper...
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Jan 26, 20232 min read
Hock Lameness and Treatment
Lameness in the hock is a fairly common problem in the performance horse. For the most part, ailments in this area represent chronic or...
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