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We all want our horses to be happy. We make sure they have good feed, safe surroundings, time to roam, and plenty of care. But have you ever considered whether your horse might also need something meaningful to do? Horses are naturally active, curious animals, and sometimes a comfortable routine …
There’s something special about an older horse. Maybe they’ve carried us down countless trails, taught us valuable lessons, or simply become a much-loved member of the family. As horses live longer, many continue to enjoy active, comfortable lives well into their senior years—but their needs can change along the way. …
Keeping a horse healthy isn’t just about treating injuries when they happen. Whether your horse is recovering from surgery, returning to work after an injury, or simply needs help maintaining fitness, rehabilitation can play an important role in supporting strength, movement, and overall well-being. Today, equine facilities are using a …
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Invests in Future Veterinarians with New Wellness Center at Utah State University The Purina Pro Plan Wellness Center now available to support mental health and wellbeing of veterinary students on campus LOGAN, Utah, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Purina Pro Plan Veterinary announced the opening of the new …
After years of unexplained performance struggles, Captain was diagnosed with cervical spinal cord compression and treated with a new equine-specific stabilization implant at the Texas A&M Large Animal Teaching Hospital. Read online BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Oct. 2, 2026 — At first, nothing about Captain seemed unusual. In fact, when Katie Bartschi purchased the 4-year-old …
As soon as the weather turns cooler, the mice and rats seem to know exactly where to go. A warm barn, plenty of feed, and a few quiet corners make a horse property pretty inviting—and once rodents settle in, getting them back out can be a challenge. So, how can …
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Horses can become anxious, tense, or overly reactive for many reasons. Trailering, changes in routine, unfamiliar surroundings, separation from herd mates, veterinary or farrier visits, and even everyday training can challenge a horse’s ability to remain calm and focused. Before reaching for a calming supplement, …
After a long winter, it’s common to find pastures looking a little worse for wear. Bare patches, thin grass, muddy areas, and signs of winter damage are all reminders that your grazing areas have worked hard through the colder months. Spring offers the perfect opportunity to give those pastures a …
Dr. Eleanor Kellon, Staff Veterinary Specialist for Uckele Health & Nutrition Everyone looks forward to the warm weather as the ideal time to ride or work their horse. Most understand the dangers of working the horse under conditions of high heat and humidity. However, the horse can be compromised easily …
By the time summer rolls around, many of us have settled into a comfortable routine of longer rides, greener pastures, and more time outside with our horses. Since the biggest flush of spring grass has passed, it’s easy to assume the risk of pasture-related health issues has passed, too. But …
