EQUUS: The Horse Owner’s Resource
Welcome to EQUUS, the magazine more horse owners turn to for advice and information. EQUUS covers all breeds and riding disciplines. Our main interest is providing important information about horses in the most interesting and enjoyable way possible. Each month the EQUUS team presents the latest on equine research, horse care information and training techniques—it’s a must-read for people dedicated to their horses and the equestrian lifestyle.
Ride Along With A Veterinarian – John Janicek, DVM, MC | Lameness and Flexing
John Janicek, DVM, MS of Brazos Valley Equine Hospital demonstrates flexion tests.
Ride Along With A Veterinarian— Kathy Anderson, DVM | Lameness
The art and science of lameness exams
Basic Training by David O'Connor | Episode Thirteen: Riding through water
Keep your horse’s point of view in mind
Basic Training by David O'Connor | Episode Fifteen: Rider responsibilities
Choosing your direction and speed
Basic Training by David O'Connor | Episode Twelve: Leading though water
Training a horse to go through water takes preparation and patience
Basic Training with David O'Connor | Episode Ten: Mounting
Teach your horse to stand still at a mounting block
Basic Training by David O'Connor | Episode Eleven: Spooking
Go by a scary object rather than toward it
Ride Along With A Veterinarian – John Janicek, DVM, MS | Kissing Spine
John Janicek, DVM, MS of Brazos Valley Equine Hospital explains kissing spine.
Protect your horse from red maple poisoning
The danger posed by wilted or dried red maple leaves has long been known but evidence is growing that, under the right circumstances, other types of maple leaves can poison horses as well.
Capture your horse's attention
By understanding your mount’s capacity for vigilance and expanding your own awareness, you can improve your partnership—and your ability to learn together.
Potomac horse fever
Summer is the peak season for this sometimes severe disease carried by aquatic insects. Here’s what you need to know to protect your horse.
7 ways to make hand-walking work for your horse
To keep everyone safe when hand-walking a recuperating horse follow these 7 simple rules.
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