Equine Wellness Magazine - V6I2 Apr/May 2011

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14 TITAN’S TRIUMPH
When your equine partner starts acting out, is it pain or a training problem? Follow one horse’s journey from being labeled as aggressive to revealing his discomfort and showing his guardians what he needed to thrive.
18 KNOWING YOUR HERD
How studying the way of the horse can help people with corporate leader-ship and teamwork.
22 DON’T GET MUSHY!
Ever wonder what your farrier means when he says your horse has “soft feet”? We spoke with hoofcare expert Jaime Jackson for the answers.
28 OUT ON A LIMB
There are several reasons for leg swelling in your horse. Knowing the difference between lymphangitis and lesser causes can save his life.
34 IRELAND – LAND OF HORSES
Explore the Emerald Isle and its love of all things equine.
50 IS HE HERD BOUND?
It’s a common and challenging issue. But increasing your awareness of herd dynamics and developing a more effective leadership role can help it become a distant memory.
54 HORSES AND HEAVY METALS
No, we’re not talking about rock music. These toxic substances are everywhere and can negatively impact your horse’s health. Learn what to do about it.
56 GOOD THINGS IN A SMALL PACKAGE
Blue-green algae is a single-celled food that’s brimming with nutritional value. It can give your horse’s health a big boost.
60 CRYSTAL CLEAR
These stones aren’t just pretty to look at – they have healing properties too. Horses can be especially open to their beneficial energies.