General Horse Care
Information and tips on the daily and rountine care of horses.
Basa may have torn a muscle 
The latest installment of the Re-education of Thoroughbred Race Horses Clean Barn/Dirty House
All horse people are connected by a horse-born illness called "Equine Obsessive Disorder". Read on to see if you are afflicted. Equestrian Competitions
Friendly horse competitions are a nice way to get together with other horse people but if the horse suffers in the name of winning then showing goes too far. Equine Colic
Colic in horses can happen any time to any horse. Recognize the signs and know what to do for the best outcome of this dreaded affliction. Equine De-Worming 
De-worming programs are changing and rotating drug classes is no longer the answer. Foaling Kit Checklist
Prepare in advance for your foal's arrival, and see to the welfare of your mare with these foaling kit recommendations. From the Horse's Mouth - Summer Months
Summer brings with it a few more challenges - let's look at this from the horse's perspective. Hoof bruises and abscesses
Abscesses happen - inconvenient but quick intervention can speed healing. Horse Hoof Health
Genetic or environment - horse hoof health is a matter of both. Horsekeeping
Does a horse need to be turned out to pasture? How many acres will they need? What should a pasture contain? Horsekeeping
Turnout is essential for the health of all horses. Horses and Halloween
Halloween spooks and scares often involve horses - we have some scary traditions at our farm. Horses Autumn Needs
Fall is upon us and here in the north east the weather can present some challenges for our equine companions. Post-Foaling Care
Your filly or colt has just been born. Learn how to care for your dam and foal in the immediate hours after birth. Remembering Horses Past
Losing a horse is a tough time for us all but memories can sustain us during such times. Schooling the Aged Horse
Older horses can be happily worked with a few extra considerations. Sun Protection for Horses
Sunburn can affect horses as well as their riders. Simple and effective ways to prevent sun damage, and its unwelcome result - skin cancer, are available if you know the right tools to use. Donīt let your horse spend another day in the sun without reading this article first. The Pastern
A small area between the fetlock and the hoof, the pastern is the main shock absorbing region of the equine leg. Learn about its anatomy, symptoms of injury, and how to maintain healthy pasterns in your horse. Working Horses
Happy Labor Day - horses have worked for us for centuries - spend a minute to thank them for their efforts.
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