July/August
2009
Volume 4 - Issue 4
On the
road again
Safe trailering means more than buying
the right trailer. Training, logic and
common sense also play big roles.
Go bitless!
Want to ride without a bit? Follow
these tips to help your horse make
the transition successfully and safely.
Scents
for stress
From separation anxiety to sweet
itch, many common problems are
symptoms of stress. Aromatherapy
is an easy and effective way to
help calm your horse.
Stay alert,
stay safe!
What would you do if someone
tried to attack you on the trail?
These five tips will help ensure
you don’t become a victim.
Something
fishy
Fish oil is not the first supplement
riders think of when creating
their horse’s feed program, but it
may be one of the most beneficial
things you can offer your equine.
On the
right foot
Start trimming your foal early
and you’ll set him up for a lifetime
of soundness.
Crash course
No matter how confident you are
around your horse, taking safety
precautions is the only sure way to
prevent accidents.
Hospice
for horses
How do you know if your horse’s condition
is terminal? Hospice care recognizes death
is part of the cycle of life, and helps us take
the time to say farewell.
Disaster
Natural disaster preparedness isn’t
just for humans. Include your horses
in your plans for safety so they don’t
suffer or go missing.
Feeling
stalled?
Keeping your horse confined while he
heals can be challenging. Here are four
ways to help him stay happy and healthy
till he’s ready to be turned out again.
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