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 quarter 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.
Managing a “macho” gelding
Here's what to do when your gelding tries to assume the role of stallion in his herd.
The truth about tail blocks
Altering tail carriage for the show ring is alarmingly widespread, and the effects on a horse’s health can be devastating. It is well past time we worked to stop this practice and other cosmetic procedures affecting the tail.
4 things to watch on your first spring trail outings
When you first take to the trails this season, be careful to avoid inadvertently overworking or overheating your horse.
Diagnosis and treatment of PPID compared
Approaches to diagnosing and managing pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) are fairly consistent around the world.
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