Horse Clipper Buying Basics

…you’re getting ready to select a set of clippers, it’s wise to start by becoming familiar with the basic product categories. For example, most models described as trimmers are designed…

Basic Equine Wellness Check

I believe people can learn to do basic wellness checks on their horses in the course of routine grooming and tacking the horse up. If you develop a routine of…

Bran Mash Health Basics

…wintertime? It’s likely these well-meaning folks are brewing homemade bran mash for their charges. What’s in a bran mash, you ask. Here’s an easy recipe. The two basic ingredients, simply…

Equine Vaccination Basics

Over the past 75 years, vaccines have saved the lives of thousands of horses and rendered a number of terrible equine diseases exceedingly rare. They remain among the most effective…

Equine Vaccination Basics

Over the past 75 years, vaccines have saved the lives of thousands of horses and rendered a number of terrible equine diseases exceedingly rare. They remain among the most effective…

Basics for the Trail Ride

Basic gear: Bridle. Recommended is a nylon or biothane bridle which is washable, durable and inexpensive (under $50), plus snap-on reins that convert quickly to a lead shank. Reins should…

The Basics of Nerve Blocks

Palpating nerves to prepare for a nerve block. Ever feel lost when your veterinarian starts talking about nerve blocks? Nerve blocks are a basic diagnostic tool that veterinarians can use…

Equine Vaccination Basics

Over the past 75 years, vaccines have saved the lives of thousands of horses and rendered a number of terrible equine diseases exceedingly rare. They remain among the most effective…

Equine Vaccination Basics

Over the past 75 years, vaccines have saved the lives of thousands of horses and rendered a number of terrible equine diseases exceedingly rare. They remain among the most effective…

Equine Vaccination Basics

Over the past 75 years, vaccines have saved the lives of thousands of horses and rendered a number of terrible equine diseases exceedingly rare. They remain among the most effective…