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How To: Condition Your Horse for Summer Riding
Dr. Erica McKenzie shares how to get your horse into riding shape after a winter's rest.
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Videos of 2012
We've compiled a list of the 10 most popular videos of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?
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Effect of Restricted Grazing on Hindgut pH and Fluid Balance
Restricted pasture access does not have negative effects on hindgut fermentation or fluid balance.
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How To: Condition Your Horse for Summer Riding
May 24, 2013
Dr. Erica McKenzie shares how to get your horse into riding shape after a winter's rest.... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Videos of 2012
January 02, 2013
We've compiled a list of the 10 most popular videos of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Articles of 2012
January 01, 2013
The staff at TheHorse.com tallied the most popular articles of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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Diet Restriction for Equine Weight Loss
December 29, 2012
Researchers found that dietary restriction to 1.25% of body mass can promote weight loss, to a certain extent.... Read More
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Fall Feeding Tips for Horses
October 31, 2012
As temperatures drop, consider making changes in horses' feeding programs in preparation for winter.... Read More
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Study Evaluates Unintentional Weight Loss in Horses
October 23, 2012
Researchers pinpointed a definitive cause of weight loss in 60% of evaluated cases.... Read More
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Hands-on Events, Veterinary Talks at UC Davis Horse Day 2012
October 04, 2012
Discussion topics will include nutrition, emergency care, dentistry, shoeing, genetics, and body conditioning.... Read More
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Effect of Restricted Grazing on Hindgut pH and Fluid Balance
October 03, 2012
Restricted pasture access does not have negative effects on hindgut fermentation or fluid balance.... Read More
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Equine Cushing's Disease (PPID)
September 18, 2012
Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID, or equine Cushing’s disease) is a common endocrine disorder.... Read More
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Starch Digestion in Horse Diets
September 02, 2012
Although it can be damaging if fed improperly, starch is an important part of the horse's diet.... Read More
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Underweight Horses: Surveillance, Management Considerations
August 27, 2012
Low body weight in horses can trace to many issues, including dental problems and chronic disease.... Read More
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Nutrition for Rehabilitating the Starved Horse
August 21, 2012
UC Davis researchers found that high-quality alfalfa hay is most effective for rehabilitating a starved horse.... Read More
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Drought, Heat Push Horse Feed Costs Skyward
July 27, 2012
With no end to the drought and heat in sight, owners might have to rethink what they feed their horses.... Read More
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Caring for the Disciplines, Part 3: Trail and Endurance
July 01, 2012
Attention to conditioning and minimizing wear and tear can help horses stay on the trail for years to come.... Read More
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Help Sick Horses Heal with Nutrition
June 27, 2012
Nutritional choices can either help or hinder a horse's health problems, diseases, or ailments.... Read More
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Nutritional Considerations for Weanlings
June 12, 2012
With increased energy, protein, and mineral requirements, weanlings require carefully planned diets.... Read More
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Pastured Horse Health, Nutrition Lecture Scheduled, June 21
June 10, 2012
Speakers will address several topics surrounding the nutritional and health needs of pastured horses.... Read More
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Customizing Senior Horse Diets
June 07, 2012
Appropriate forage, forage alternatives, and/or concentrates can keep aged horses at a healthy body condition.... Read More
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Nutritional Management of Growing Horses
June 05, 2012
Growing horses require specific nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to aid in proper development.... Read More
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World Horse Welfare Cautions Against Horses Overgrazing
June 02, 2012
Lots of rain means lots of grass. Keep your horse healthy and from overgrazing with these tips.... Read More
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The Ins and Outs of Feeding the OTTB
May 28, 2012
Careful dietary consideration is needed when transitioning a Thoroughbred from racehorse to pleasure horse.... Read More
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Minimizing Laminitis Risk in EMS Horses
May 17, 2012
There's no cure for EMS in horses, but owners can take steps to reduce the risk of laminitis development.... Read More
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Morning Exercise of Thoroughbred Stallions
May 17, 2012
Exercise rider Brian VanSteenbergh shares his insight about keeping race stallions fit and happy.... Read More
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Possibility of Gluten Sensitivity in Horses Examined
May 09, 2012
Researchers found that some horses with inflammatory small bowel disease could have a gluten intolerance.... Read More
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Domestic Equids Can Still 'Chill' Like Their Ancestors
April 24, 2012
New research indicates horses can slow body processes to conserve energy when environmental factors dictate.... Read More
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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Weight Gain Challenges in Horses
Q. I have a 24-year-old Quarter Horse mare that was diagnosed with navicular syndrome about 11 years ago. She gained a lot of weight upon retirement, but now she's lost a lot of weight. We're concerned about getting more weight on her. What can we do?
Weight Gain for Older Horses
Q. My 25-year-old Thoroughbred has had trouble keeping his weight up after a stroke (he has always been a hard keeper). Ideally, he still needs to gain another 50-100 pounds. Do you have any recommendations?
Summer Slim-Down (for a Belgian horse)
Q. I have 9-year-old Belgian gelding that I'm trying to slim down for showing this summer, but I do want to make sure he is getting all of his nutritional requirements, especially for the winter. He has free-choice access to pasture, which I know is not good, but we don't have the facilities or time to do scheduled time on pasture. He is pretty idle for a draft horse
