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Category: Equine Care

hay testing for horses is important for determining nutrient value and creating a balanced diet. Here a chestnut horse eats hayt in a stall.
Hay Testing: When, Why, and What Do the Results Tell You?
April 15, 2026
Hay testing helps you assess forage quality and nutrition. Learn when to test your horse's hay, why it...
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how to keep horses safe in severe weather. A group of ranch horses stands in a field with a thunderstorm developing in the distance.
Are You and Your Horses Prepared for Severe Weather?
April 9, 2026
Learn how to keep horses safe in severe weather with these practical preparedness tips and emergency...
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a chestnut horse wears a grazing muzzle while turned out in a big field of grass
How to Fit and Use a Grazing Muzzle on a Horse
April 1, 2026
A grazing muzzle can help your horse maintain a healthy weight and prevent health concerns associated...
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A chestnut horse wearing a mesh fly sheet in a field
Fly Sheets for Horses: What New Owners Need to Know  
March 27, 2026
Learn how to choose and use fly sheets for horses to keep your horse comfortable, protected from insects,...
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an older gray horse and a black horse eat meals out of buckets in their field at dusk.
What Happens If You Miss Your Horse’s Feeding Time?
March 23, 2026
Worried about a missed horse feeding? Learn why a late meal rarely harms your horse and how to manage...
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illustration of an overweight and underweight horse
Hard Keeper vs. Easy Keeper: Who Needs What?
March 16, 2026
Learn the key differences between easy keeper vs. hard keeper horses and how feeding strategies should...
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three bay ponies in a field on a frosty spring morning for a guide about how to care for horses during sudden spring weather changes
Horse Owner Tips for Sudden Spring Weather Changes 
March 10, 2026
Wondering how to care for horses during sudden spring weather changes? Find simple strategies to keep...
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how much water does a horse need each day? A bay and chestnut horse drink out of a water trough in a field.
How Much Water Does a Horse Drink Each Day?
February 15, 2026
Learn about horses' daily water needs, warning signs of dehydration, and simple ways to support proper...
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A woman puts a red cooler on a horse to help him cool down properly after exercise in winter.
When and How to Use a Cooler on Your Horse
February 12, 2026
Learn when to use a horse cooler and how it helps your horse dry safely and avoid chills after winter...
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chestnut horse wearing a blue blanket in a snowy paddock for an article about when to worry about winter weight loss in horses.
Winter Weight Loss in Horses: When to Worry
February 9, 2026
Winter weight loss in horses can be normal, but sometimes it’s a red flag. Learn when to be concerned...
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how much sleep do horses need? A bay horse lying down naps in the pasture.
8 Tips to Help Your Horse Sleep Better
February 3, 2026
Learn about equine sleep requirements, signs of sleep deprivation, and simple ways to help your horse...
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horse eye discharge, weepy horse eye, tear running down horse face
What to Do if Your Horse’s Eyes are Weepy
January 31, 2026
Learn why your horse's eyes might be watering, get home care tips, and understand when weepy eyes mean...
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