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, MS | Kissing Spine
John Janicek, DVM, MS of Brazos Valley Equine Hospital explains kissing spine.
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 – John Janicek, DVM, MS | Tendon Shoe
John Janicek, DVM, MS of Brazos Valley Equine Hospital discusses the process of reducing adverse biomechanical forces after a tendon injury diagnosis.
Ride Along With A Veterinarian – John Janicek, DVM, MS | Pastern Wound Check
John Janicek, DVM, MS of Brazos Valley Equine Hospital explains the modern medical treatments and management options for horses with osteoarthritis of the pastern and/or coffin joints.
Ride Along With A Veterinarian – John Janicek, DVM, MS | Navicular Changes
John Janicek, DVM, MS of Brazos Valley Equine Hospital gives his expert advice on navicular changes.
Ride Along With A Veterinarian – Nick Moore, DVM | Tooth Abscess
Just like humans, your horse's teeth can become infected due to trauma, abnormal wear or old age. If left untreated, dental infections can lead to an abscess.
Ride Along With A Veterinarian–Jamie Ashbrook, DVM | Lactation
Colostrum is the first milk that a mare makes to feed her foal. Learn why consumption of an adequate amount of colostrum is critical to the health and well-being of the newborn foal.
Ride Along With A Veterinarian–Jamie Ashbrook, DVM | Foal Moniter
Expecting company? Using a foal monitor can help ensure your newborn foal gets a healthy start, while saving you some peace of mind and sleep.
Equine Pests: The 'Most Wanted' List
When battling insects that irritate your horse, it helps to know your foes—many of which have wings. Here's a list of common equine pests compiled from Cooperative Extension reports around the United States.
Good mud, bad mud
If your farm has more than a "healthy" amount of mud, you'll need to make some changes.
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