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.
EQUUS Pop Quiz: Tendon Troubles
How much do you know about what stresses the critical connectors between your horse's muscle and bone? Take this test to find out.
6 Ways to prevent winter weight loss
People may worry about putting on a few extra pounds during the winter, but cold weather tends to have the opposite effect on horses.
Three simple ways to get your horse to drink more
You can’t force a horse to drink, there are a few things you can do to encourage water intake.
EQUUS Pop Quiz: Toxic Groceries
Do you know what fruits and veggies to keep from your horses? Take this Pop Quiz to find out.
Pop Quiz: Horse Nutrition
Pop quiz! Answer two questions on horse feed to test your nutrition knowledge.
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