How to Keep your Water from Freezing in the Winter
With winter approaching quickly, it’s time to start considering how you plan to keep your animals’ water supply from freezing this winter. Dehydration can be a serious problem in the winter. Hay has less water than grass, which significantly decreases your animals’ total water consumption. Here are a few ways you can keep a clear […]
Fall Is An Important Time to Care for Your Horses
It is important to take steps to care for your horses this winter and the best time to do that is in the fall. Fall is the best time of the year to make sure your horses are ready to withstand the winter. Certain weather shifts and annoying insects arise, which could increase your horse’s […]
Helping Thin Horses Gain Weight
There are many causes of weight loss in horses. It is important to monitor your horse’s weight and pay attention to any fluctuations. Dangerous levels of weight gain or weight loss can cause extreme health issues.Causes of Weight Loss Many things attribute to weight loss. These causes include:Worms or parasites- these can leach the nutrition […]
Warning Signs of Dehydration in Horses
Dehydration can be an issue for horses year round. Heat can cause horses to sweat out a lot of their water content. Cold temperatures can make horses feel less inclined to drink sufficient amounts of water. Dehydration in horses can become fatal quickly. It causes excess strain to their […]
4 Tips to Care for Your Horse’s Hooves
There are many things that can cause issues with your horse’s hooves. These issues can escalate, resulting in permanent damage. Regular inspections are absolutely vital to prevent damage from occurring. Here are 4 tips for properly caring for your horse’s hooves.1. Regular Trimming or Shoeing Ensure that your horse has appropriate shoes for the […]
Is It an Emergency?
Knowing the warning signs will help prepare you for an equine emergency. This can help prevent significant illnesses or injuries from escalating. Ensure that you know when the signs indicate an emergency and when they can wait until the morning.Diarrhea Diarrhea can be as simple as the horse adjusting to a new food, but severe […]