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Horse Gaits Guide
Guide to Horse Gaits: Walk, Trot, Canter, Gallop and More Caroline Cochran, BSc. | December 5, 2023 | Performance, Training

Gaits are the different patterns of locomotion that horses use to move. As quadrupeds, horses can perform more movement patterns than humans. However, not all horses move in the same way. Your horse�...

Gait Abnormalities in Horses
Gait Abnormalities and Disorders in Horses: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment Caroline Cochran, BSc. | December 5, 2023 | Conditions, Performance, Training

Gait abnormalities in horses can lead to compromised performance, increased risk of injury, and in some cases, may necessitate early retirement from work. These disorders often present similarly to la...

Branched Chain Amino Acid Supplements for Horses: Do they Work? Linaya Pot, MSc | October 24, 2023 | Horse Health, Nutrition, Performance

BCAAs (branched-chain amino acids) are muscle-building supplements that have become popular among equine athletes for performance, recovery and fatigue. BCAA include leucine, isoleucine, and valine, a...

Muscle Loss in Horses
11 Causes of Muscle Loss in Horses Casie Bazay, BS, NBCAAM | November 23, 2023 | Horse Health, Performance

Muscle loss in horses is a worrisome problem and one that needs to be investigated promptly. This condition is also known as muscle atrophy or muscle wasting, and is defined as a decrease in muscle ma...

How to Prepare for a Horse Show
Planning for a Dressage Show Day [14-Point Checklist] Summer Baillie, EC Licensed Dressage | October 25, 2023 | Performance, Training

Competing in horse shows can be stressful for both you and your horse. Trailering, changes in routine and exposure to new environments are all major stressors for horses. But with a little planning, ...

Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage in Horses
Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage (EIPH) in Horses – [Lung Bleeding] Kelly Hebner, BSc (Kin), MSc | October 25, 2023 | Conditions, Performance

Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage (EIPH) is a condition that causes bleeding in the airways, commonly seen in high-performance horses such as racing Thoroughbreds. Horses that experience EIPH are ...

Horse Joint Injections
Joint Injections for Horses: How they Work & When to Use Kelly Hebner, BSc (Kin), MSc | October 26, 2023 | Horse Health, Performance

Joint wear and tear is a part of every equine athlete's life. As your horse ages, joints naturally become stiff and sore - a process that is accelerated with heavy exercise. Joint injections deliver m...

Top Joint Supplements for Horses
Top 8 Joint Supplements for Horses [Validated By Research] Hannah Godfrey, B.Sc., M.Sc. | October 25, 2023 | Horse Health, Performance

Supplements targeting joint health are some of the most sought-after dietary supplements for horses, especially due to the high prevalence of joint injuries and deterioration later in life. But which ...

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome
EGUS – Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome Scott Cieslar, M.Sc. | October 25, 2023 | Conditions, Gut Health, Nutrition, Performance

Let's save the boring stats that every article discussing equine gastric ulcers quotes. If you keep your horse in a stall and/or do any level of training and you are still reading this article, there...