Your horse’s coat can be compared to a book with many stories. The state of your horse’s hair can tell you of existing problems. Hair grows from skin follicles. Each strand is made up of the medula (center), cortex (middle) and cuticle (outer layer). Horses have 3 types of hair on their bodies. The hair […]
Exercise is very important for everyone, even senior horses. Senior horses need daily exercise to maintain good body form and all around good health, although they may need special attention. Know your senior’s limitations. If s/he has any physical or medical problems, check with your veterinarian as to the intensity of the exercise that is […]
The first year of a foal’s life is extremely important as it can determine his/her development. Nutrition during the first year impacts future health. The first three feeding phases are nursing, creep feeding (feeding concentrate apart from mare’s milk) and weaning. Skeletal growth, tissues, organs, all are affected by the foal’s diet. Foals begin nursing […]
