Health Archives - Your Horse Farm An Equestrian Lifestyle Blog - Resources for Every Horse Farm Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:58:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 Designing the Perfect Horse Wash Stall https://yourhorsefarm.com/designing-the-perfect-horse-wash-stall/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=designing-the-perfect-horse-wash-stall Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:22:01 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.com/?p=39084 Your wash stall needs to be functional and safe. A wash stall is a great addition to your horse property. They can be located inside the barn or attached on the outside. Their main purpose is to serve as a waterproof space to wash and groom your horse. Some barn owners also like to clean...

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]]> Reasons for a Runny Nose https://yourhorsefarm.com/reasons-for-a-runny-nose/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reasons-for-a-runny-nose Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:00:18 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=38143 We’ve all been there. We go out to feed or catch our horse to ride and immediately notice a discharge coming from one or both nostrils. Is your horse sick? Is it just allergies? Or could it be an infection? How’s a person to know?  Here’s a quick guide to help you figure that out....

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]]> Red Light Therapy for Horses https://yourhorsefarm.com/red-light-therapy-for-horses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=red-light-therapy-for-horses Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:44:27 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=38073 About fifteen years ago, when I was attending school for equine acupressure (which is like acupuncture but without needles), I discovered another non-invasive modality known as red light therapy. Because red light therapy is commonly used in conjunction with acupressure, my interest was piqued. I eventually bought a red light tool and began using it...

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]]> The Best Fat Supplements for Horses https://yourhorsefarm.com/the-best-fat-supplements-for-horses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-best-fat-supplements-for-horses Thu, 17 Aug 2023 15:47:29 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=38071 Did you know that most horses can benefit from additional fat in their diet? Not only do dietary fats serve as carriers for vitamins A, D, E, and K, but they also provide the essential fatty acids, omega-6 and omega-3. Though both of these essential fatty acids are needed by the horse, omega-3 helps to...

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]]> That Time My Mare Foaled During a Monsoon Storm https://yourhorsefarm.com/that-time-my-mare-foaled-during-a-monsoon-storm/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=that-time-my-mare-foaled-during-a-monsoon-storm Tue, 15 Aug 2023 17:12:53 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=38066 On August 14th, 2011 my barrel mare, Wynonna, foaled her first ever stud colt. You see, at that time I had a one-stud horse, four mares, and a fence that could blow over with a slight breeze. Not exactly the best setting when trying to keep an eager stud away from my mares. This led...

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]]> Dehydration in Horses https://yourhorsefarm.com/dehydration-in-horses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dehydration-in-horses Mon, 14 Aug 2023 19:26:39 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=38062 Temperatures are soaring; it’s so important that you recognize the symptoms of dehydration in horses! You may be hiding in the air conditioner, but your horse is out there battling this heat. They can quickly become dehydrated without access to clean drinking water. Taking quick action can save your horse’s life! Common Dehydration Symptoms The...

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]]> Sensory Walks for Horses https://yourhorsefarm.com/sensory-walks-for-horses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sensory-walks-for-horses Mon, 10 Jul 2023 10:00:07 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=37972 What are sensory walks for horses and have you ever heard of them before? This is something that I believe I’ve been doing for many years but didn’t know its name until recently. A sensory walk is a stroll outside your corral or pasture where your horse can explore. It can be any length of...

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]]> Stereotypical Behavior in Horses https://yourhorsefarm.com/stereotypical-behavior-in-horses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stereotypical-behavior-in-horses Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:00:57 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=37915 Stereotypical behaviors are repetitive, abnormal behaviors that can develop in horses kept stalled for much of the day. In fact, researchers believe that between 10-40% of stabled horses will develop a stereotypic behavior of some kind. However, these behaviors are rarely seen in wild or free-ranging horses.  Below are a few of the most common...

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]]> Halter-Breaking Tips https://yourhorsefarm.com/halter-breaking-tips/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=halter-breaking-tips Mon, 19 Jun 2023 11:00:43 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=37820 Two weeks ago, a young, skinny stud colt mysteriously showed up at our place. As one might expect, I put out a call for the owners, but no one came forward. I then reported the incident to the sheriff’s office. However, judging from the state of the young horse, he was likely dumped or had...

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]]> Feeding Your Horse A Forage-Based Diet https://yourhorsefarm.com/feeding-your-horse-a-forage-based-diet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feeding-your-horse-a-forage-based-diet Tue, 13 Jun 2023 10:00:33 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=37854 In recent years, more people have begun turning to a natural lifestyle for their horses. For some this includes barefoot trimming and a Paradise Paddock Track System, others have taken additional steps to adjust their horse’s diet. They’re moving away from commercial horse grain and feeding a forage-based diet. Pasture, hay, and pelleted hay make...

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