
Combating the Equine Welfare Consequences of Isolation
Horses are social animals, and isolation can take a toll on their mental and physical health. Scientists continue to uncover the effects of social contact on horse welfare.

Horses are social animals, and isolation can take a toll on their mental and physical health. Scientists continue to uncover the effects of social contact on horse welfare.

Take a few simple precautions and management approaches to help your horse weather winter safely.

Don’t wait for the first snowflakes to prepare your horse property for the cold, dark, and wet months ahead.

Find out what might happen if your horse eats that wreath hanging on his stall door.

These horsekeeping tips can help keep your farm running smoothly and horses healthy when winter weather arrives.

What is good-quality sleep, and how much do horses need? Researchers offer advice on helping horses get enough sleep.

These 5 steps can help you prevent and eliminate odors on your farm and create a cleaner space for your horses.

Is it better to leave your barn doors and windows open during winter or close them? Will your horses be healthier living outside during winter? Two experts explain.

Learn how air quality issues such as wildfire smoke and pollution can affect your horse’s respiratory health.

Improving the air quality in your barn can protect horses and humans against respiratory dysfunction.

Dr. Susan White answers a listener question about whether her imported horse could be allergic to environmental factors unique to the United States.

Horses are very adaptable and typically can handle significant temperature changes; however, when we alter their natural condition, they might struggle.

One expert explains why closing your barn doors and windows during the winter might not be ideal for your horse’s health.

These practices will help minimize odors on your farm to keep you, your horses, and your neighbors healthy and happy.

You might need to make adjustments to keep your horse healthy and happy through the winter.

Learn how to keep your barn and other buildings safe during winter cold and snow.
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