Posts Tagged ‘Horse’
Trailer Safety Do’s & Don’ts
Are you savvy about trailer safety? Check these do’s and don’ts for key reminders, then follow them for peace of mind whenever your horse is in or around your trailer. DO make a thorough check of your entire hauling rig before each trip, examining the hitch, tires (wear and pressure), lights, brakes, and especially the floor…
Read MoreTrivia Challenge: Fun Facts about Trailers and Hauling
Illustration by Navah Rae Adams Answer the questions, then check at the bottom for the key! BY JENNIFER FORSBERG MEYER 1. ‘Gooseneck’ refers to A) a serious rider injury. B) a conformation fault. C) a type of horse trailer. 2. True or false: When loading your horse into a trailer, you should tie his lead…
Read MoreEquine Coronavirus
The difference between COVID-19 and Equine Coronavirus—and should horse owners be worried? SARS-CoV-2 aka COVID-19 You’ve probably heard the stories of big cats in zoos becoming sick and even dying from infection with Covid-19 (SARS-CoV-2). Perhaps you’ve been wondering if horses are also able to contract Covid-19? Nicola Pusterla DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DAVDC-Eq of the…
Read MoreFinding the Right Trailer for your Horse
You’re committed. You took the plunge. You have bought your first show horse and are now ready to reach your goals together. The trailer you currently have suited your other horse just fine, but…
Read MoreWhat the Color of Your Horse’s Gums Can Tell You
Don’t overlook your horse’s mouth and gums when looking for clues about his health. If you call your veterinarian when your horse is ill or injured, don’t be…
Read MoreAvoid a Trailer Scramble
As you haul your horse, he must constantly adjust his body weight to keep his balance, working his muscles hard. He may even have to scramble to stay on his feet.
Read MoreHorse Trailering Tips
Even the calmest of transported horses experiences fundamental stress reactions from the start of loading. In transit, those perfectly content-looking horses are likely to have become dehydrated, to…
Read MoreFlorida Paradise
While much of the country gets blasted with winter storms, here in the Sunshine State, we enjoy some of the best riding weather of the year. Here in Florida, we’re blessed not only with great…
Read MoreWinter-Driving Tips
During inclement weather, double the normal distance between vehicles to allow more stopping room. | Photo by Heidi Melocco. Winter is coming. For some of us, winter is…
Read MoreWhen To Use Shipping Wraps
The trailer is hooked up, the hay nets hung and the gas tank is full. All that’s left is to wrap your horse’s legs before loading him up and hitting the road. But maybe not….
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