Have an event to promote? Submit it here.
Choosing the Best Protection for Your Horse by Mark and Karen Plumlee Perhaps no issue related to horse husbandry creates more dissension among friends than the subject of barefoot versus shod and the appropriate use of boots. At Mission Farrier School we focus on sound shoeing principles, sound barefoot …
April 18, 2016 — Horsemen’s Laboratory receives numerous requests from our clients for advice on what dewormer they should use on their horse. At the click of a mouse there is so much information available on the internet that it can be overwhelming and horse owners are often confused. …
Here at Natural Horse Magazine we strive to provide only the most accurate, up-to-date, and holistic information possible. We focus on humane and natural care and training that aligns with a horse’s true nature thereby improving the relationship between human and animal and bringing greater well-being to the horse and …
How a Horse’s Teeth Erupt and Wear Over Time by Eleanor Blazer Is your horse getting a little “long in the tooth”? This expression usually means the horse (or person) is getting old, but even young horses can have teeth that are too long or have sharp points. It’s …
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. For many horses, this is the season for traveling to horse shows and events. Considering periodic outbreaks of equine herpes virus (EHV-1) and other infectious diseases, it is critical that your horse be in top physical health before embarking to an unfamiliar area. The …
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Spring is almost upon us in most of the country, so it’s time to revisit that critical topic: spring grazing. Transitioning a horse from hay to pasture must be handled with care; this point is non-negotiable. For every horse, a gradual change from hay to …
“It was an honor and privilege to be the featured speaker at New Options Equine Rescue’s first big fund raiser” Missy Wryn says. “Out of the many stories of rescue horses I’ve had in training over the years I couldn’t deny the most egregious story of my very own rescue …
Tallahassee, Florida (March 2016) In the last five years America has put more people back to work than Europe, Japan and all advanced economic nations combined.* That ‘Made in America’ pride is something Sox For Horses ® Inc. president and founder Raymond Petterson understands. Since 2007 the Tallahassee entrepreneur has …
The number one killer of horses other than old age is colic. If you search “equine colic” on the World Wide Web, over 400,000 results will appear! Many of them explain colic as a common yet potentially deadly disorder of the digestive system with a wide array of causes. To …
Tuesday, March 8, 2016— In many parts of the country, dormant winter forages will soon transition to lush, green grass. As seasons change, forage growth accelerates and ingestion of fructan-rich grasses increases. While overindulgence of fructans can be problematic for certain horses, owners can take steps to ensure a seamless …