Call your veterinarian at the first signs of abdominal pain---but as you wait, take steps to keep your horse comfortable and prevent his condition from getting worse.

• Nov 15, 2016

When temperatures are soaring and humidity is high, even normal activities can lead to heat exhaustion. If that happens, you’ll need to take quick action to save his life.

• Jul 21, 2016

When your horse develops an obstruction in his esophagus, doing the wrong thing can turn a relatively minor event into a potentially life-threatening problem.

• Jun 28, 2016

They may look harmless enough on the surface, but puncture wounds can lead to serious infections and other complications.

• Jun 20, 2016

If your horse develops severe muscle cramping, call your veterinarian, then keep him still and comfortable until help arrives.

• Apr 14, 2016

Two strains of canine influenza are causing outbreaks across the country. But you can take steps to protect your dog.

• Nov 13, 2015

Research indicates that the removal of extra teeth is necessary only if the horse's health or dental function is influenced. By Laurie Bonner for EQUUS magazine.

• May 24, 2006

Consider your horse's activity level when feeding concentrated meals of grain or pelleted or extruded meals.

• Apr 26, 2006