Equine Wellness Magazine - V9I1 Feb/Mar 2014

En este número

10 VACCINES AND TITER TESTING - AN UPDATE
Which vaccinations does your horse really need, and how often?
14 ACUPRESSURE FOR STRONG IMMUNITY
Try this simple session to give your horse’s immune system a leg up.
18 A NAIL IN HIS HOOF
A commonsense approach to assessing and treating hoof punctures.
22 GIVE HIM YOUR BEST
If you want the best from your horse, you have to give him your very best – every time you’re out.
28 IS HE NEEDLE-SHY?
Six steps to resolving your horse’s fear of needles.
32 PROTECT HIM FROM INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Implement these bio-security protocols both at home and away.
35 FEEDING FOR OPTIMAL IMMUNE HEALTH
Nutrient deficiencies can have an adverse effect on your horse’s immune system.
38 TRANSITIONS - IT’S ABOUT BEING PREPARED
Discover how these very simple exercises can have a huge impact on your horse.
48 WILL YOUR SALE CONTRACT PROTECT YOU?
When it comes time to sell a horse, a good contract is very important. Here are six key points to keep in mind.
50 HEMP OIL FOR HORSES
This nutritious oil is becoming increasingly popular for horses.
55 DEBUNKING TREELESS SADDLE MYTHS
Taking a closer look at some common misconceptions of treeless saddles.
56 UNDERSTANDING EQUINE HERPES VIRUS
If the recent outbreaks of neurological EHV-1 have left you wondering how to protect your horse, here are some practical suggestions.