Dog owners do not need to be veterinarians to know that a healthy heart is as important for our furry friends as it is for humans. Yet there can be a lot of confusion surrounding
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Category: Monthly Editorial
Natural Fly Control: Unleashing the Power of Botanicals & Essential Oils for Horses
Today’s horse owners encounter a vast array of choices when shopping for fly spray. With so much emphasis on “green” in our world, it’s not surprising to find “natural” fly repellent products. But what makes
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Ask the Vet: Equine Dental Care
As I was bridling my 5-year-old warmblood yesterday, I noticed his right lower canine felt sharper than usual. I swapped sides to look and he’s broken it somehow. He doesn’t seem bothered at all by
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Handling a Horse That Refuses to Go Into the Arena
When you’re working with an arena-sour horse, don’t think, “How can I make the horse get in the arena?” Think, “How can I make it uncomfortable for him not to go in the arena?” You’ll
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3 Qualities of a Healthy Horse Barn
As a horse owner, it’s your job to make sure your horse is happy and healthy in a safe and nurturing environment. Along with routine care for your horse themselves—grooming, exercise, bonding, feeding—the biggest factor
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Oh, Crud, Managing Skin Irritations
Your horse’s skin is his largest and one of his most important organs. The skin does everything from help your horse stay hydrated to hold his body together; healthy skin also blocks invading pathogens and
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Summer Travel Tips
Warmer temperatures are spreading throughout the country, which can only mean one thing. Summer is just around the corner! You may be eager to hit the road with your horse this summer. Maybe you are
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