This classic video wonders what life would be like if horses were people — seeing the veterinarian! It’s funny because it’s true… (more…)
We may be able to manage much of our horse’s medical care on our own, but should we? The short answer: No. If we do, we may not be able to get a vet when we really need one. (more…)
As horse owners, we address all types of minor ailments on our own. From scrapes to mysterious swelling, we learn a lot through the course of horse ownership. But when is it time to actually call the vet? (more…)
Every Friday, Horse Nation teams up with Ovation Riding to spotlight an individual or organization doing good work in the horse world. Today we recognize Dr. Sam Crosby, the July honoree of the AAEP’s Good Works for Horses Campaign.
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This week, we’re talk vision and hearing changes in the senior horse. (more…)
This week Amanda discuss metabolic disorders and how they affect the senior horse, using her own experience with her aging Aggie to illustrate. (more…)
In our newest series, Amanda Uechi Ronan discusses caring for the “senior” horse. In the inaugural column, Amanda introduces us to her senior and the first big hurdle of aging: arthritis. (more…)
Amanda Uechi Ronan looks at a complicated and often misunderstood disease, and Kristen Kovatch provides personal insight into managing a horse with the condition. (more…)
Although extremely rare, horse to human disease transmission is possible. (more…)
This week we’re learning about parasites that thrive during the warm, wet season. (more…)
This week we’re learning about Dermatophilosis, an infection that thrives in mud. (more…)
HN reader Laura Beacham shares the story of her horse contracting and recovering from the rare disease Equine Grass Sickness. (more…)
