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X Horse Figurines to Help Celebrate Your Love of Horses
Not all people who love horses can ever hope to own one. Horses are expensive, need lots of attention and lots of space. For many horseless horse lovers, collecting or showing horse figurines is the...
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Horse Teeth Floating 101: What Can Happen to Your Equine’s Teeth
Just like any other animals, horses need grooming. This is not just to enhance their looks but also to safeguard their health. They too require dental care from an equine dentist or veterinary. So, it...
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The 5 Best Horse Wormers: Equine Deworming Products
Parasite control is a crucial part of the overall health or your horse. This is a step in your equine care plan that simply can not be overlooked. When attempting to choose from the myriad of available...
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Strangles in Horses 101: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Strangles is a very contagious bacterial infection brought about by Streptococcus equi. It is usually transmitted either by horse-to-horse, humans-to-horse, or through the drinking troughs that are...
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Top 10 Suppliers for Horse Grooming Equipment
With so many options out there, it can become difficult to wade through the various outlets through which one can purchase supplies for their horse grooming needs. To help you navigate the plethora of...
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4 Examples of Horse Barn Plans and Building Tips
Any aspiring horse owner or those who already own a horse know that horses, although majestic, are delicate animals that need a proper housing structure with partitions for each animal. A horse barn is...
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How Much Does it Cost to Own a Horse?
A horse is a hoofed animal that is bred for a variety of reasons like carrying and pulling loads, racing, and riding. It is considered to be a fascinating animal and most people dream of owning one or...
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Osselets in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
The word “osselet” means “little bone” in Latin. Osselets in horses is a repetitive stress injury usually associated with running and training. If left untreated, osselets in horses can lead to acute...
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Pigeon Fever in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
Pigeon fever in horses is a rare condition that occurs in horses in dry, hot areas and can be very contagious. This condition is not severe but if left untreated can cause adverse effects on the horse....
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Meet the Mongolian Horse – A Time Capsule Breed
The Mongolian horse, also known as the Mongolian pony is perhaps the oldest breed of horse. It is a tough and hearty breed, reserved in a time capsule that has changed very little over thousands of...
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EHV 1 Guide: Horse Herpes Causes, Symptoms, Recovery
EHV 1 is one type of equine herpes virus that is common in horses around the world. This potentially serious disease comes in three forms that may cause respiratory disease, abortions, and neurologic...
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Wobblers in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
Known by many different names, Wobblers in horses is not a singular disease, but a term that refers to many neurological ailments that can severely affect the gait and strength of a horse. Wobblers is...
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Head Shaking Syndrome 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
Headshaking in horses is a stressful condition for both the animal and the rider. Even though increasingly studied, little is known about the triggers of abnormal headshaking in mounts. Subsequently,...
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Lymphangitis in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that occurs below the skin. When that infection impairs the lymphatic system, it is referred to lymphangitis. Because the transport of lymph fluid occurs in just one...
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Equine Motor Neuron Disease 101: Symptoms and Possible Treatment Options
Equine motor neuron disease is a disease which affects the motor neurons in the spinal cord and brain stem of horses. Cases have been documented in the United States and worldwide. While the exact...
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Mustang Horses: Everything You Need to Know about Them
Mustangs are feral horses, and their name comes from a Spanish word for “stray or ownerless horse.” They are found mainly in the western United States. A well-trained mustang can make a good horse for...
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10 Horse Movies You Need to Watch If You’re an Equine Lover
Movies about horses capture the imagination. They appeal to adults and children, both with real life experience with horses and without. Themes common to horse movies include perseverance,...
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Understanding Horse Teeth: All You Need to Know
Owning horses comes with a wealth of responsibility. The topics of appropriate shelter, access to quality food, and regular veterinary and farrier trips merely address the beginning of horse care. An...
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Alfalfa Hay – Tips and Tricks for the Best Equine Nutrition
Alfalfa hay is one of the most nutritious foods you can offer your horses. However, poor practices can affect the quality and nutritional value of these plants. To make sure you get top quality alfalfa...
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Club Foot in Horses 101: Causes, Symptoms, Recovery
Many horse owners believe a clubbed foot is a hoof blemish. Even though it’s a common issue, a club foot can actually be a serious issue. While there is no cure, proper nutrition and management can...
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