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Why Do Horses Paw The Ground?

If your horse is pawing, it may be an indication that something is bothering him or her, or it may be a bad habit. In order to address this behavior, you have to understand it. No matter what the cause, you can be sure your horse is not just pawing to annoy you. Horses don’t … Read more

Why Do Horses Foam At The Mouth?

It’s not uncommon to see a horse foaming at the mouth during riding lessons, horse shows and horse races, trail rides and other riding events. While you might think this is a cause for concern, the fact is foaming at the mouth is not usually problematic and may even be a positive sign. In this … Read more

Summer Sores In Horses: Frequently Asked Questions

What are summer sores? These painful sores are caused by parasite infestation and appear, as the common name indicates, during the warm summer months. You may also hear summer sores referred to as: By any name, if left untreated, summer sores can cause severe problems. Read on to learn more about summer sores in horses. … Read more

how to train a foal Frequently Asked Questions

How To Handle A Foal To Become A Well-Mannered Horse

In many ways, talking about foal handling sounds a lot like the conversation around parenting. “What’s cute when they are young is not going to be so cute when they are older.” And, in a lot of ways, this is extremely true. You don’t want your horse to grow up to nibble on you all … Read more

What Vaccines Does My Horse Need?

When it comes to horse care, there are so many routine practices to keep our horses healthy for long periods of time. Amongst the periodic vet checkups, farrier appointments, worming schedules, and teeth floating, vaccinations rank high on the list of things that can keep your horse healthy for years to come. Making a vaccination … Read more

What To Do If Your Horse’s Wound Is Infected

Signs Of Wound Infection In Horses [+Treatment & Prevention]

Many of us horse owners are all too familiar with that moment when bringing our horses in from the pasture, that something has gone awry while we were away. It could be something as simple as bite marks from a tiff with his pasture buddy, or something more serious, like a gash or scrape from … Read more

how long are horses pregnant Frequently Asked Questions

Horse Reproductive Cycle: How Long Are Horses Pregnant For?

Horses are mammals, and like all other mammals they have a reproductive cycle. But what happens during this cycle? What triggers it? And how long are horses pregnant for? They are larger than humans, so it makes sense that their gestation is longer than ours – but it is a surprisingly small amount of extra … Read more

horse breeding techniques Frequently Asked Questions

Horse Breeding Techniques And Breeding Management Resources

Breeding horses is a complicated and challenging enterprise and not one that should be undertaken by novices. If you’re thinking about breeding horses, keep in mind the fact that there is currently a horse overpopulation in the United States that results in about 100,000 horses a year being sent to slaughter. If you’re making a … Read more

warm blooded vs cold blooded horses Frequently Asked Questions

Hot, Warm And Cold Blooded Horses: What’s The Difference?

Have you ever heard someone refer to a horse as cold, hot or warm-blooded? I bet you have. And you may be wondering why a horse is referred to as cold-blooded yet it’s a mammal and we all know mammals have warm blood? Well, it is not about their body temperature. Horses have the same … Read more

What Is Endotoxemia In Horses And What Can You Do About It?

If your horse has had an illness such as colic or pneumonia or any other severe infection, he or she may be at risk of developing a very serious inflammatory response known as endotoxemia. This condition can cause failure and collapse of your horse’s circulatory system and vital organs, so it’s nothing to play around … Read more