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Barefoot versus Shod Horses
The barefoot versus shod debate continues. Which form of hoof care really is better for your horse?

Foaling Kit Checklist
Prepare in advance for your foal's arrival, and see to the welfare of your mare with these foaling kit recommendations.

How Much Time Does a Horse Require?
Do I have the time to own a horse? Horse ownership involves not just monthly cost, but also an expenditure of time spent in training, grooming, care, and observation.

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.

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. Don´t 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.