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How to Find the Cause of Lameness in Horses

by April Love | Dec 18, 2024 | Health and Wellness, Podcast

How to Find the Cause of Mysterious Lameness in Horses December 18, 2024 Share this article: Table of Contents When a horse shows signs of lameness, pinpointing the exact cause can be challenging due to compensatory mechanisms. Horses often redistribute weight and...

5 Must-Know Hore Care Tips for Winter

by Lisa Disinger | Nov 19, 2024 | Health and Wellness, Podcast

5 Must-Know Horse Care Tips for Winter November 19, 2024 Share this article: Table of Contents As the days grow shorter and the temperatures start to drop, it’s time for horse owners to start thinking about how to best care for their equine friends through the...

Want to Love Your Horse’s Lope? Try Horse Yoga + Bodywork

by Lillian Ryan-Shupe | Oct 23, 2024 | Health and Wellness, Podcast

Effective Pain Relief for Horses with Kissing Spine October 1, 2024 Share this article: Table of Contents Kissing spine sounds terrible and it can end your horse’s career by causing bucking or bolting under saddle which can be extremely dangerous to the rider.You may...

Summer Time Tune-Up for Your Horse

by April Love | May 9, 2024 | Health and Wellness

Summer Time Tune-Up for Your Horse Share this post:       As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, it’s time to give our equine companions the extra care they need to thrive during the summer months. From hoof health to hydration and performance...

The Equine Ribcage: Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Connections

by April Love | Apr 22, 2024 | Health and Wellness

The Equine Ribcage: Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Connections Share this post:       When we contemplate the anatomy of ribs, our minds typically conjure images of their role in protecting vital organs and facilitating respiration. However, unlike humans, horses...

Biomechanics of the First Rib

by April Love | Apr 12, 2024 | Health and Wellness

Biomechanics of the First Rib Share this post:       Ready to explore some insightful and helpful biomechanics info about your horse’s shoulder, first rib, front limbs, and hooves? Mastering this knowledge can keep your horse happy and moving freely well...