Now's the Time to Winterize Your Horse and Barn
It still feels like summer in some parts of the country, but before you know
it, the cold weather will be here. Take advantage of fall's cool weather to get
your horse and barn in shape for winter.
Horses fare better when they enter the cold months in good shape. If your
horse is a hard... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Plain Facts on Heat Stroke
Summer's heat and humidity can be much more than just
uncomfortable. They can be deadly. Horses lose their lives every year to heat
stroke. Countless others struggle through anything from weakness to colic as a
result of inadequate care in hot weather. Don't let this happen to your
horse!... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Snake Bite!
Your horse comes in from pasture and his nose is swollen like a balloon.
While not common, snakebites do happen in some parts of the country, and are
particularly prevalent in summer when the snakes are sunning themselves in grass
and along rocky trails. If you're present when your horse is... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Is It Too Hot to Ride?
High summer is here. In lots of locales, the temperature is up in the 90s and
the humidity is close behind. So when is it too hot to ride? There's no real
answer to this question. People and horses have different heat tolerance, so
deciding to ride in the heat is a personal decision. However,... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Know What to Expect from the Pre-Purchase Exam
It's an exciting time: You've ridden him, you've witnessed his stable manners
and you've spent time with him. And you've decided to go ahead and "vet" your potential
new horse. Before you do, consider what you're willing to spend on a
pre-purchase exam and what you want to find out. Just like... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Happy Travels
With the heat of summer comes more miles on the road for many horses. Whether
you're traveling to shows, trail rides or just to the veterinarian's,
hot-weather hauling requires special consideration.
If it is hot and humid outside, it will be more so--as much as 10 to 20
degrees--inside.... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Online Exclusives
Eliminate Your Fly Problem Today
Spring is in full swing in most parts of the country, so now's the time to
take aim at flies--before they become a problem. But where to start? Tack and
feed store aisles are literally littered with products. However, your first step
isn't a purchase. It's an assessment.
Where do flies... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Weight Building After Winter
Horses have a remarkable ability to withstand winter weather. But
wintertime can sometimes exact a price on horses in terms of calories. If you
found there wasn't as much horse left underneath that thick winter coat when
your horse shed out this spring, you're not alone.
Winter Metabolism... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Time for Your Bi-annual Vet Visit?
If you're not on a regular, twice-a-year veterinary wellness visit schedule,
now's the time to initiate this habit. Besides recommending and administering
the proper vaccinations for your area, your bi-annual visit should be used to
check your horse's teeth, clean his sheath, check in on his... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
The Shakes: Allergy, Nerve or Behavior Problem?
Head shaking, that annoying condition that causes your horse to wiggle his
head back and forth or rub his nose on the ground obsessively can be caused by
several ailments. Before you contact your veterinarian, make notes on the
details of your horse's symptoms. Did the shaking start recently?... | read »
QUESTION:
We
travel all over with our horses. For years, we’ve heard about equine distemper,
also known as strangles. Please tell us more about the strangles, how to prevent
it, and what to do about it should one of... | read
