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HORSE HEALTH  

Alternative medicine has become more popular in the care of equines.

With the correct knowledge of horse care, anyone can own a horse and successfully meet its needs. Read on for a break-up up of the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual responsibilities of horse ownership.

This article will explain what equine herpesvirus-1 is, how it is spread, and how to keep your horse safe.

Before you take the plunge to purchase a horse-- or call about the horse that is "free to a good home"-- be sure you are aware of the cost of keeping a horse. It might be much more than you would think!

There are multiple ways to go about adopting a needy horse and people from all walks of life consider it. Do you have the right situation and the right skills to adopt a rescue horse?

Budget, shelter, food, veterinary care, hoof care, tack and other factors to consider when purchasing a horse.

Before you consider getting a horse, it's best to be familiar with the upfront costs of owning one. It's not cheap, and you can't cut corners to make owning a horse more affordable. The following is a guide to the upfront costs of horse ownership.

Things to consider when choosing a place to keep your horse.

This article is intended for beginners. It is an overview of basic grooming supplies and how to use them, to keep your horse happy, and healthy.

Many children fantasize about owning a pony, but how many actually receive their wish or even grow up to own one? Horse ownership is an investment that takes a lot of work and commitment, but it is worth it if you truly love this beautiful animal.

New horse owners should be aware of possible injuries and illnesses that can effect even the most well-cared-for equine. Horses are fragile animals, and ignorance to treatment options can be deadly.

One very important health measure you must take to maintain your horses' health is annual vaccinations. Maintaining the health of your horse is a basic responsibility of horse ownership.

This article will give you the framework necessary to bring up a healthy shine in your horse. A shiney, fit horse is the mark of a knowledgeable horseman. Follow these tips to be the envy of your neighbors at the local show.

Recipes for creating your own horse treats at home.

A horse owner reviews the common Hollywood plot lines for horse stories.

Grooming your horse is something essential for any age or use of horse. It allows for health, daily maintenance, catching problems early and producing a horse who looks well.

There are many individuals who will purchase a horse without having the time or knowing how to properly care for them.

Ideas for natural treats that your horse will enjoy.

If you have an older horse who has been retired to pasture, you should be educated about the care of horses that are advanced in years. Take care of their nutrition and their health, and they will be around for years to come.

Trusting your childs life and limbs to a large animal, can be a horrifying experience for an equine challenged parent. Having years of experience myself, and children who ride, I can give you some basic points to look for when choosing a horse or pony.

There are a lot of things to consider and decisions to make when you get your first horse. Whether you have already purchased a horse for yourself or another family member, or are just considering the purchase, there are some things you should keep in mind.

At Equine Angels Special Therapy Center in Copper Canyon, Texas kids are one with a four-legged creature - the horse.

For many urban families, owning a horse or pony is a family dream. Without land on which to care and raise a horse or pony, many urban families are turning to stables. This is an overview of health considerations before adopting.

When you have a pregnant mare, you should be educated about the risks and procedures that go with the gestation period, the birth and the raising of the foal. Every year, colts and fillies are lost because owners were ignorant about care and preparation.

The thought of buying health insurance for your horse may seem frivilous, but once you have had to wrestle with making decisions on your horse's future health with your checkbook, you may reconsider. Many people are intimidated by the process, but this ar

Believe it or not, there may be ways to stop horses from cribbing. If you find it an annoying habit with your horse, you may be obliged toread this article.

The first draft of the horse genome sequence has been deposited in public databases and is freely available to researchers.

Teaching your horse to stand quietly while you handle his hooves takes some time, consistency and an attitude of "I'm not going to give up!" It's a matter of exposure for your horse, basically. Train on this a little each day, and you and your horse will have it down!

Your horse doesn't need to be a regional champion to look his best - some regular care and a few tricks can make any horse sparkle.

Horses are living longer. Cushings is something many have seen the signs of, but don't fully know what they're looking at, or how to help their old friend live in comfort. They need special care - read on.

The history of the horse in England is inseparable from the history of the English people. Horses influenced the way England's early inhabitants worked, traveled, and fought. Many human factors influenced the bloodlines, size, and speed of the animals.

One great way to help boost your horse's health is by feeding herbs.

Every horse owner should know what colic looks like, how to treat it, and just how dangerous it really is.

This article is about health problems in horses, especially in the winter. Tips on how to prevent sickness.

If you have never heard of enteroliths, don't be to surprised. I had never heard of them until I nearly lost my stallion from it, and I have been dealing with horses since I was old enough to sit on one.

Often attributed to an unhealthy living environment and dirty stalls, thrush is a common occurrence in many horses and the causes of this condition continue to spawn debate amongst veterinarians. Read on to learn more.

Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a serious neurological disease, or central nervous system infection, caused by an organism believed to be spread primarily through opossum feces and perhaps bird droppings.

A purchase of bad hay can lead to many problems for you and your horse, so do everything you can to inspect the hay prior to any purchase you make.

Knowing a horse's height and weight is an important part of good horsemanship to avoid possible over-dosing of medications and supplements.

I must admit, I feel just a tad bit blonde (I really am) after doing research on the origin of the phrase, "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth."

There are some necessary requirements when owning a horse. Be informed before you buy!

Things you should look for in a horse before purchasing one.

First of all, make sure your horse always has fresh hay to munch on. Also try and keep your horse in a pasture with lots of green grass. This way your horse will constantly be adding calories.

An abused horse formerly named Sue was rescued from a pasture in Sanford, Fla. Ex-soccer star Michelle Akers is raising money for the newly-named Zoe, whom she adopted.

I'm not even try to guess how much you will have to pay for the horse you want. There is so many breeds for different purpose and prices vary from few hundred to millions of dollars.

I have been impressed with the quality of the Mountain Sunrise pellets. Probably the best proof to me, are the three older horses in my barn that maintain their weight on the Mountain Sunrise timothy pellets.

Older horses are prone to suffer for weight loss, thyroid dysfunction or even kidney and liver failures. You should keep close eye on your senior horse's attitude and appearance

So, you think it's time to buy your first horse? Before you jump in head first, let's look at the reality and expenses of owning a horse.

Equine insurance affords horse owners the ability to protect their investment.

If you're buying a new horse, it is important to consider where the horse will be kept. A good boarding facility can mean the difference between a good horse ownership experience and a bad one. Take the time to find a place that meets your needs.

A guideline for finding the perfect horse property

Founder can happen quickly and have a big effect on your horse. Your actions can mean the difference between life and death, being ridden or put to pasture.

By following this schedule and rotating ivermectin, moxidectin, fenbendazole and pyrantal pamoate, your horse should not suffer the devastating effects of parasites.

Tips for keeping your horse stable clean and providing preventative maintenance for your horse.

Platinum Performance is an equine supplement developed by veterinarian designed to help fill in some of the gaps in equine nutrition.

Horse chestnut extracts are standardized in Europe, and the dosage should be on the label. Unfortunately, these standardized extracts are not yet widely available in the United States. That deosnt mean it is impossible to find.

I don't know why I'm writing about charley horses - since it seems as though all of my health-related articles are written these days because of some recent injury I've suffered.

Insure you cat, dog, or horse against losses. Veterinary care is extremely expensive, pet insurance will assist you to care for your pet in a crisis situation.

Improper footing can lead to injuries and serious health problems for your horse. This article discusses ideal footing and grounds for your horse.

George Steinbrenner still in good spirits despite lacking solid health.

Buying your first horse can be an overwhelming experience for a novice. But you can make it as easy and painless as possible by observing a few key facts about the horse buying process.

Internal parasites are a large problem with grazing animals, such as horses, because worms, bots and other insects lay their eggs in the soil and grass of pastures, which is then ingested by the horse as he eats.

Learn about what it means to care for a horse. Discover what routine care needes to be done.

Find out how to get good cheap boarding and learn how best to care for your virtual horse.

Summer is America's favorite time to travel, which might mean traveling with your horse if you enjoy riding vacations or horse shows. While this might be lots of fun, however, you need to remember that traveling with your horse in the summer requires special consideration.

More people are coming to realize that improving their horse's digestion not only helps improve their overall health, but also notice that they often require less feed to maintain a healthy weight.

Many people take good care of their horses but still want to do better. Here's ten tips for helping your horse stay healthy and happy.

Now that you have your attire and a show planned, it is time to make a checklist of all the gear that you will need to bring to the horse show. Not only will you need your tack, but you will need supplies for your horse as well as you, the rider

Horse values are determined by a complex set of factors that fluctuate not only with the horse's age, abilities, breeding and competition history, but also with the equine market.

"So what do you do?" "I run a horse rescue," I reply. This response is almost always answered with a blank look. "What's that?" almost inevitably follows.

Find ways to help keep your horse happy, plump and ready for spring with this article. By using alternative forage sources, your horse may not even miss his usual meal.

Horses love to be groomed and the time spent combing and brushing your horse will be cherished by both parties.

Most horses owners know that many equine health problems can be treated without the assistance of a veterinarian. There are a few reasons you should call the vet for your horse, however, regardless of the circumstances.

If your horse doesn't sweat enough, he can easily overheat, causing numerous problems including colic. If you want to make sure your horse is healthy during the summer and spring, regulate his ability to sweat.

Are you taking care of your horse the best way you can? Studying horse anatomy and learning the basics is the first step in helping your horse live a long, happy, and healthy life.

Here are some basic herbs that can be fed for the general health and well-being of your horse.

Not everyone can afford a stable of horses - but virtual games played online can be an entertaining way to spend some time, and some games involve many adults as well as children.

Great quality hay and grain are very important part of feeding horses. Hay should never be dusty or moldy because this can cause respiratory problems and even a colic.

Horses are among the most desired pets, but they also require the greatest expense and care. What specific work and costs are typically involved?

Thousands of horses are sent to slaughter for human consumption in foreign countries each year. Even more surprising is the fact that most of these horses are healthy, sound, young horses. Get the facts on this horrible process.

Horses don't read books. A degree doesn't help doing chores but it can pay off in other ways.

Simple money saving ideas for people who have horses

Horses are beautiful and fun to own, but they are an expensive hobby. They can also be dangerous animals if they are not handled with care.

Horses are generally frightened of things they don't understand, which means that clippers might as well be tiny monsters that eat horses alive. The buzzing noise clippers make combined with the vibration horses feel against their skin make clipping quite a chore.

Horseshoes are not just for the games we play on family picnics; most horses where at least front shoes when used for daily riding.

There are more than a hundred different internal parasites that can infect horses, donkeys, and mules.

Things to consider before making a decision to breed your favorite animals.

Fabulous filly, Rags to Riches, made history at the Belmont Stakes by winning a race that hasn't been won by a filly in 102 years.

Chelokee may not be as famous with the public as Barbaro, but he now shares the same sad situation

Life story of an Appaloosa Mare

Stallions and geldings need to have their sheath cleaned...something that some who claim on the internet to be expert grooms don't know needs done. This can be done with just a few tools and a little time.

Having basic supplies means saving money in being able to treat minor injuries yourself. It also can save your horse's life if needed by buying time for a veterinarian to get there.

Horse health-Hormones and Drugs for Stallions

Secretariat set records that still stand over 30 years later. His name is the standard of racehorses.

Ensuring that our horses drink enough water in the cold winter months is important to maintaining their health. This article shows you how to set up your horse's stock tank for the cold winter months.

Since a horse spends 98% of it's time standing up you will need to pay special attention to the horse's hooves and feet.