grazing

Horses and many other livestock are grazing animals. They will spend a good portion of their day roaming the field in search of grass and other plants to eat. Horses can be very hard on pastures. They bite the grass very close to the ground and will sometimes pull the roots out. If proper management...

Spring grass is sprouting up! Get your horse’s grazing muzzle ready. Now, they can enjoy pasture without worry. Unfortunately, many horses have health issues like obesity or a history of laminitis that keep them from indulging in lush grass. They can still be apart of the herd with the help of a muzzle though. Some...

Who doesn’t love fall? The bright colors of the leaves changing is such a spectacular sight. However, it doesn’t come without risk to horse owners. Your fields could have toxic trees in them. When pastures become overgrazed in the fall and winter, your horse might turn to eating fallen leaves. Keep a lookout for these...

Laminitis isn’t fun for any horse! It makes them sore and miserable. The tissue in the hooves that connect the coffin bone and hoof wall become inflamed. Your horse will be noticeably sore if he has acute or chronic laminitis. Follow these tips to avoid this condition! 1. Careful with grazing: Fresh grass has high...

Horses and humans have very different characteristics. People are considered predators, while horses are prey animals. It’s very important that riders learn how to properly communicate with their horse. These 10 characteristics will help you understand why horses are unique. 1. Prey animals: As mentioned above, horses are prey animals and are hunted by predators....

Spring is a time for growth, and your horse’s fields are no exception. If the conditions are right, then your pasture could be knee high in lush grass. While you might think that’s a good thing, there are some dangers worth noting. Horses that are turned out on spring grass need some extra management. Follow...

Not everyone can have a huge horse farm with dozens of rolling acres. The vast majority must settle with a smaller setup. It is possible to effectively keep your horses on a small plot, if you take the time to plan carefully. Those limited on land should be well informed on how to manage what they have. With...

Most people don’t realize how common ulcers in horses truly are. Adult horses and even foals are at risk for this medical condition. Up to 1/3 of stabled horses may have a mild ulcer. Because of unnatural environments, the likelihood of a stalled horse getting one is quite high. Gastric ulcers can cause irritation to...