In this issue

6 THINGS TO DO FOR YOUR HORSE THIS WINTER

Put an end to barn drama
While it’s impossible to prevent all discord at the barn, conflict-resolution techniques can help solve problems, restore calm and enable everyone to enjoy their horses.

An American original
As is fitting for one of our native breeds, the foundation stock of the American Standardbred represents a virtual melting pot of equine bloodlines from around the world.

A FOREVER HOME

How a Facebook post led to a midnight rescue and an unexpected partnership

3 mins

THREE WAYS TO PREVENT BLANKET INJURIES

Of all the things your horse could injure himself with, his blanket seems an unlikely candidate. But don’t rule it out. Blanket mishaps do happen and they can be serious. Here are three things you can do to avoid them:

3 mins

PROGRESS AND STRUGGLE IN SENIOR HORSE CARE

A study from the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University confirms what many dedicated horse owners have long known: Caring for a geriatric horse with a chronic health condition can be a significant physical and emotional burden.

5 mins

7 THINGS YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN ABOUT TETANUS

With modern vaccines and wound management practices, tetanus is almost a thing of the past. But the threat persists, so it’s wise to remember which horses are most at risk and why.

10+ mins

PUT AN END TO BARN DRAMA

While it’s impossible to prevent all discord at the barn, conflict resolution techniques can help solve problems, restore calm and enable everyone to enjoy their horses.

10+ mins

MAKE WINTER EASIER FOR YOUR OLD HORSE

The season ahead may be hard on aging horses in cold climates but with some planning and preparation you can help yours sail through until spring.

10+ mins

The turning point

You don’t always get the horse you want, but sometimes you get the one you need.

6 mins

Nice work if you can get it

A career focused on horses is not for the faint of heart but the rewards are many and can last a lifetime.

3 mins

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