Beware arena dust – Equus Magazine
A study from Germany underscores the potential dangers that bacteria-laden arena dust pose to horses and riders alike. Many factors can cause recurrent airway obstruction and inflammatory airway diseases in…
Fly spray myths debunked – Equus Magazine
Here’s the scoop on four common misconceptions about one of the biggest challenges of summer horsekeeping—keeping bugs at bay. Myth #1 The more fly spray you apply, the better. You…
Rethinking housing for stallions – Equus Magazine
Life can be lonely for stallions. At most farms, they are isolated from other horses to minimize conflict and the risk of injuries. But Swiss researchers say these living arrangements…
Want help your horse sleep better? Here’s what science says
Horses, much like people, seem to get better quality sleep at night if they get plenty of fresh air, exercise and opportunities to socialize during the day. Of course, it…
Searching for Luna – Equus Magazine
When my friend Kirsten Lotter arrived on a Saturday afternoon last spring, we were looking forward to a relaxing weekend. Kirsten had hauled her Arabian/Saddlebred mare Stella Luna BF the…