The Cheshire Horse 
As horse owners, we all want the best for our beloved animals. To keep our horses happy and comfortable, monitoring for and preventing ulcers is important. Keep reading to learn more about some of the management practices that will limit the occurrence of ulcers in your horse.
Forage should be considered a horse’s main source of nutrients since it contains most of the calories that they need to thrive. Choosing the right hay for your horse is an essential part of your horse’s overall wellness. Join us as we explore the hallmarks of quality hay and forage and how to store your hay after you have made your purchase.
In this blog, we take a look at the various types of horse treats on the market so that you can choose the perfect match for your beloved horse or pony.
We sat down with a few industry professionals to learn a bit more about equine insurance and pet insurance while understanding the greatest benefits of these programs.
From painkillers and antibiotics to dewormers and electrolytes, there are many equine medications that are designed to be administered orally. A well-rounded equestrian knows that while these medications have tremendous benefits for your horse, they can be challenging to administer to many horses. In this blog, we explore some of the more commonly used methods of giving oral medications, as well as a few “tricks of the trade” that we have found to be effective.
For dogs that eat quickly or “bolt” their food, canine slow feeders are a great option. Keep reading to better understand the health benefits of encouraging your dog to eat more slowly and the products that can assist you.
Heaves is a non-infectious, allergic response to mold in the air, pollen, or dust most commonly found in hay, straw, and bedding. Many times this means that heaves are made worse in the fall and winter months, when your horse may be spending more time in the barn. Comparable to asthma in humans, most affected horses begin to display signs around eight years old.
From finding the perfect cookie cutter to smelling the cookies baking away in the oven, this is an activity that the whole family can enjoy together. This year, consider including your four-legged friends in on the fun as well with this gluten-free dog biscuit recipe!
Combining a love of horses with a passion for helping people live their best lives, the Southern Vermont Therapeutic Riding Center (SVTRC) in Wilmington, VT, has been providing Equine Assisted Therapy Services within our region for the past decade. We sat down with Amber Thibodeau, the Executive Director and Head Instructor of the SVRTC, to learn more about the program and how they have impacted the community, truly changing the lives of the participants.
