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Stomach Bots in Horses
Horse worms and stomach bots are not the same. Although both can cause health problems in horses, bots in equine stomachs come from botflies. These are common insects in North America, hence it is to be expected that nearly every horse has some amount of stomach bots. Botflies are typically around from spring to autumn [...]
Horse Rescue Story: Fiona
Written by: K.C. Jean Kellam I had spent a lifetime praying and dreaming of the day I would become a horse owner. Years of mucking stalls for free lessons had done nothing to persuade me otherwise and I decided without a doubt to move forward in my lifelong ambition of horse ownership. Looking back, maybe [...]
Salmonellosis in Horses
What it is Salmonellosis? In adult horses, salmonellosis causes infectious diarrhea. Foals are at an even more critical position because an infection could quickly lead to the systemic spread of bacteria that can lead to death. This is why it is very important to protect horses of all ages against this salmonellosis. The condition is [...]
Charlie and Airflow: A Man and His Horse
Written by: Theresa Mazzatti This is a true and remarkable story about my father, Charles C. Lucas and his horse named Airflow. This is not just another horse story but one of an amazing “comeback” horse, who despite a terrible injury went on to become the Champion Jumper of New York State in the l940′s. [...]
Ascarids in Horses
Parascaris equorum or ascarids are among the parasites that can seriously compromise a horse’s health. This particular species of roundworms can lead to serious complications that may even lead to death. Ascarid Life Cycle Like other parasites, ascarids can infect horses through contaminated food or water. Adult roundworms typically lay eggs that are passed out [...]
Interview with Robin Petrasek: Choosing a Thoroughbred
Written by: Jan Hoadly Most people think of Thoroughbreds and they think racing. This breed is developed to run, and yet not all Thoroughbreds have the talent to excel at racing. Some simply don’t have the desire but these horses are not lost causes. Thoroughbreds can make good broodmares if the genetics and conformation is [...]
Jake – A Horse Rescue Story
Written by: Patrick Corcoran My wife and I drove along the narrow private drive with anticipation. It was our third weekend in a row spent horse shopping for her. She was a new rider and we had to find a stocky but short horse that was sane and mostly sound. Toss that in with the [...]
Founder in Horses – The Spring Time Scourge
Whenever spring comes along, horse founder seems to the topic of choice and center of concern among horse owners. To some, founder is a severe condition, while to others, it is a brief annoyance when their horse appears to be sore in the feet for a couple of weeks. Regardless, treating founder is necessary, especially [...]
Best Horse Breeds for Novice Adults
Written by: Holle Abee Horses are just like people: Every group has its good and its bad members. I’ve had Morgans, generally regarded as extremely gentle, that were totally unmanageable. On the other hand, one of the sweetest, calmest horses I’ve ever handled was a Thoroughbred, a breed usually regarded as high-strung and nervous. With [...]
Summer Riding Camp – Maryland
Written By: Lauren Prater Talbot Run Equestrian Center in Mount Airy, Maryland will be offering summer camp again this year for children and teenagers, from ages 5 to 16. The camp will consist of formal instruction, leisurely trail rides, and informative classes. Talbot Run is a family owned and operated stable. Ann and Bob became [...]
