Equine Knowledge Base
over 150 educational articles…
From Equine Massage to Horse Anatomy to Training & Exercises, I’ve got you covered.
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When Tight Shoulders Become a Whole-Body Problem
A horse’s body is designed to distribute forces efficiently from head to tail. Every stride, landing, transition, and turn depends on multiple structures working together to absorb shock, transfer… read more
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31 Things Every Horse Owner Should Know About Horses and Heat
31 Things Every Horse Owner Should Know About Horses and Heat Hot weather presents unique challenges for horses. Although they are remarkably efficient at dissipating heat, they also generate… read more
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Bug Defense Options for Horses
Which do you find most effective? Bugs are more than just a nuisance. They can reduce comfort and performance, interfere with grazing and riding, delay wound healing, transmit disease,… read more
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25 Important Salt Facts for Horses
1. Research in Alberta, Canada, has shown that the placement of mineral or salt blocks in pastures significantly affects horses’ consumption. Horses consume more when blocks are placed in… read more
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🐎 The Most Overlooked Fluid System in The Horse: Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
When equine neurological health is discussed, attention usually focuses on nerves, coordination, proprioception, and neurological disorders. Yet an equally important system quietly supports how the nervous system functions: cerebrospinal… read more
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The Equine Hoof as a Fascial Organ
The equine hoof is often described in terms of horn, bone, and mechanics, but this view misses its deeper organization. Functionally, the hoof is a highly specialized fascial organ—a… read more
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