Floating refers to filing off sharp points on the teeth, which develop as the result of the circular chewing pattern horses employ to grind their feed.
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Aside from his name – Mickey Blue Eyes – little was known of his history, but by the looks of him, it wasn’t hard to fill in some of the blanks.
In this article learn about the latest physiotherapy treatments designed to optimize performance and aid in equine rehabilitation.
There are numerous benefits to working with horses at liberty. You can have fun playing with your horse and also learn how to communicate more effectively.
Driving down a quiet country road near Dundalk, Ontario last summer, on her way to purchase some water troughs for her horse rescue operation, Laura McArthur spotted a horse lying down in a field. She kept driving at first, but …
If your head or body is hit hard enough, the soft tissue of your brain, which is cushioned by spinal fluid, can crash into the hard bones of your skull and become bruised and damaged to varying degrees. Doctors generally …
Did you know horses can get hernias too? Find out what to do if you notice a bulge on your horse’s body, how to manage a hernia, and more.
Dear Amy:
“How important is water in the winter for horses? My uncle says that horses don’t need water if they can eat snow. Is this true?”
~ Ally M., Kitchener, ON
We’ve all heard that old saying, ‘You can …
There are several ways to keep track of your horse's weight, but the most comprehensive and accessible method is to practice body condition scoring.
Some might say your horse is always better off barefoot, while others would argue that shoes could be good depending on the type of work he does.
