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Preventing Choke in Horses

[/caption] In horses, the term "choke" is used to describe esophageal obstruction. Unlike choke in humans, it is usually not an extreme medical emergency because it occurs in the esophagus, not...

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Choke in Horses

After living for 25 years with nary a colic nor a cough, my senior Thoroughbred gelding, Annapolis, suddenly experienced two episodes of choke in one weekend. In the...

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Fall Trail Riding Tips

Detour AheadDry, fallen limbs and brittle, shifting foliage can block trails in the fall. Here are a few safety tips for handling small natural obstructions on the trail: Do...

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[/caption] Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO), commonly called heaves, is a serious allergy-induced respiratory disorder. Left untreated, RAO worsens progressively, making breathing more and more of a struggle for the horse, even...

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Colic In Horses

[/caption] Gas (or flatulent) Colic is the more common type of colic in horses. It occurs when there is a collection of gas in the horse's bowel. The gas causes pain...

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Shimmering Fly Mask

Combining summer eye protection for your horse with fun fashion, the SuperMask II Horse Fly Mask in Shimmer Weave protects your horse’s face and eyes from flies, dirt,...

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Multi-Maneuver Showmanship

Showmanship Pattern: Be ready at first marker. Trot to third marker. Stop. Back to second marker. Turn 270°; walk to judge. Stop. Set up for inspection. When dismissed, turn 90°; trot out. ...

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Feeding Hay for Horse Health

Hay choice and feeding methods are especially important for horses with certain health problems.Hay choice and feeding methods are especially important for horses with certain health problems. Heaves: Heaves,...

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Common Causes of Poor Feed Intake and Performance in Horses

By Katherine K. Williamson, DVM, Manager, Veterinary Services, Land O’Lakes Purina® Feed One of the most common manifestations of health problems in horses is poor feed consumption and horse weight loss....

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