AAEP Horse Owner & Veterinarian Survey
The AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee and Equine Network (publishers of Dressage Today, EQUUS, Horse & Rider and many others) are seeking the feedback of horse owners about your relationship …
The AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee and Equine Network (publishers of Dressage Today, EQUUS, Horse & Rider and many others) are seeking the feedback of horse owners about your relationship …
Sooner or later, nearly all horse owners will deal with a hoof abscess. But what does “hoof abscess” actually mean? Although most commonly seen during the wet winter and spring …
Why Vaccinate? Vaccination is one of the best and most effective ways to prevent infectious disease in horses. Vaccines are typically made from an inactivated (dead) or a weakened form …
On average horses drink 7-10 gallons of water a day and this remains as important in cold weather as it is in the summer because reduced water intake can lead …
Have you been waiting longer than usual for an open appointment with your veterinarian or been unable to access after-hours services for your horse? The shortage of equine veterinarians in …
Colic is not a disease, but rather a combination of signs that alert us to abdominal pain in the horse. Colic can range from mild to severe, but it should …
As barn fires keep making the news, the question bears repeating: DO YOU HAVE A FIRE-PREVENTION STRATEGY FOR YOUR BARN? Barn fires are the number one local emergency expected to …
Our planet is blessed with the millions of species that we know and love, but let’s not forget that some do not mix successfully. While a 1,000-pound horse has to …
Respiratory health is essential to horse performance, yet it’s often under-appreciated or misunderstood. The equine respiratory system is much different from a human’s, and several factors contribute to horses becoming …
Obesity can severely affect your horse’s health and, as a horse owner, you play an important role in controlling your equine companion’s weight. Sound nutrition management, a regular exercise program …