The key connection between bit and tongue - Alberta Farmer Express
The interaction between a horse’s tongue and the bit is a critical aspect of horsemanship and equine welfare and has implications for physical health,| Alberta Farmer Express
Reading Time: 3minutes Neck pain in horses, particularly at the base of the neck, is getting more attention from equestrians and veterinarians, probably because we have better diagnostic imaging tools to diagnose problems. The horse world now has access to improved radiographic techniques, ultrasonography, nuclear scintigraphy and, the most notable contributor, MRI technology. The latter allows us to […] Read more The post Heading off neck pain in horses appeared first on Alberta Farmer Exp...| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest Horse Health Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
Reading Time: 3minutes The current trend in the horse world when it comes to degenerative joint disease or arthritis is to focus on five main treatment categories, all directly targeting the afflicted joint. This works for the immediate joint problem, but often overlooks or discounts the holistic nature of the illness. Understanding the elements underpinning this multi-factored system […] Read more The post Treating arthritis in your horse appeared first on Alberta Farmer Express.| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest Horse Health Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
Reading Time: 3minutes Glacier FarmMedia – Stallions play an integral role in equestrian pursuits as they impact both performance and reproductive success. But stallion welfare is often marginalized due to historical practices, misconceptions or business considerations. Stallions often receive excellent physical care, but their basic psychological needs for social interaction and movement are frequently disregarded in favour of […] Read more The post Managing your stallion appeared first ...| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest Horse Health Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
Reading Time: 3minutes Glacier FarmMedia – Chronic Progressive Lymphedema (CPL) is a condition that compromises lymphatic drainage, leading to swelling in the lower limbs and complications like bacterial, fungal or parasitic infections. It’s a longstanding and often misunderstood condition prevalent in draft-type horses such as Belgians, Clydesdales, Shires, Gypsy Vanners, English cobs, German draft horse breeds, Friesians and […] Read more The post CPL: a big health issue for big horse...| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest Horse Health Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
The interaction between a horse’s tongue and the bit is a critical aspect of horsemanship and equine welfare and has implications for physical health,| Alberta Farmer Express
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Slow feeding horses: How to get started, what to expect and the benefits horse owners can expect to see when hay is no longer getting eaten all at once.| Alberta Farmer Express
Modern horse feeding advice frequently recommends adding concentrated feeds to pasture or hay diets.| Alberta Farmer Express
Treating horses like pets restricts healthy movement and activity, critical social interaction in a herd, leads to unnatural feeding strategies and practices and can seriously impact a horse's health and well-being.| Alberta Farmer Express
The old adage, “no hoof, no horse” is a timeless reminder of the fundamental importance of hoof health in equines, and it’s particularly pertinent for the| Alberta Farmer Express
