Lexington, KY – Low body condition score and poor top line are symptoms of stress in performance horses. The most effective approach to correcting these conditions is to figure out what is causing the stress and taking appropriate steps to alleviate the stress factors. Correcting low body condition and poor … Read More
By Jennifer Roberts We all like to think of the barn as a place to unwind and relax, but did you know that there may be a hidden danger to you lurking in your horse’s stall? When you open the stall door, pitchfork in hand, are you hit with … Read More
Enter today for a chance to win a pair of MUDS® boots from Noble Outfitters — a retail value of at least $109.99! Just click to sign up for our e-newsletter and you’ll be entered for a chance to win. The NWHS E-Newsletter gives you product and event information geared … Read More
Support the ACHF’s 2017 Economic Impact Study (Washington, DC)- Every day it seems like we hear about the economic impact that a “mainstream” business or industry brings to the table—the beer industry more than $252.6 billion; beauty industry $56.2 billion; NFL football teams $5 billion to their respective … Read More
Discover UC Davis Extension’s Summer Horsepacking Adventures for Outdoor Enthusiasts Davis, Calif.—This summer, join UC Davis Extension on two exciting outdoor adventures that take participants into the California wilderness on horseback— Mustangs: A Living Legacy and Mountain Horsemanship: Veterinary Care and Horsepacking in the Wilderness. Past participants have … Read More
December 2016 Cover Story: Celebrate the Winners of our Senior Horse Photo Essay Contest! Feature Story: Winter Horse Care: Struggles and Solutions Equine Wellness: 10 Ways You Can Help Prevent Colic Trainer’s Corner: Adjust Your Horse’s Stride for a Better Jump SHOP OUR HOLIDAY GIFT SECTION – Page 30! Click … Read More
10 acre Equestrian Facility is every horseperson’s dream. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1889 sq ft single story home with great layout and large deck overlooking horses in the field. Paved drive and parking area for 12 stall barn with tack room, office, bathroom, hot water wash rack, hay storage and … Read More
TEFF NATURAL: The Only Grass Hay Based, Low Carb & Low Calorie Complete Feed on the Market A grass based formula for horses requiring controlled non-structural carbohydrate and lower energy diets. Feed as a fiber supplement or as the complete diet in the case of sugar-starch sensitivity. Any horse … Read More
How Horse Care Contributes to their Mental Health Theresa Rice I recently finished the book Animal Madness by Laurel Braitman. The book’s focus is on animal anxiety and bad behaviors. It also tracks human’s use of animals throughout time — for entertainment, advancement of medicine, and even for determining … Read More
Senior Horses Present Unique Needs in Winter Weather by Karen E. Davison, Ph.D. and Katie Young, Ph.D. Every season brings horse care challenges and winter is certainly no exception. Weather changes and forage availability are usually major issues of concern for horse owners during winter months. These challenges are … Read More
