How Are Horse Teeth Removed?

Oral extraction is the best way to remove a horse’s teeth, and results in the fastest recovery with the lowest risks of complications. How long does it take for horse to heal from tooth extraction? Most horses stayed in the hospital for ~5–7 days until discharge, but two were hospitalized Read more…

Do Horses Teeth Need Filling?

Horse’s teeth have the same composition as human teeth and just like humans, they can get cavities. Do horses need fillings? As with humans, holes or gaps in horses’ teeth can be incredibly uncomfortable. Maintaining good dental health for your horse is vital for their overall physical health, allowing them Read more…

Should I Brand My Horse?

Horse brands not only help horse owners, but they help other equestrians as well. It lets others easily know what ranch a horse they see at an event comes from. Horse branding also helps ranch owners establish reputable horse lines that are easy to recognize. Does branding a horse hurt Read more…

Can Horses Drink Irrigation Water?

Never let horses drink irrigation water, as that can be very heavily contaminated with herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers. Excess nitrogen in water will suppress oxygen in the system, as well as damage kidneys. Can a horse drink dirty water? Clean uncontaminated water is a must for horses. If horses are Read more…

Are The Corolla Wild Horses Protected?

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) introduced the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act, legislation that would provide responsible management of the wild horse population around Corolla, North Carolina and the Outer Banks. Why are there horses on the Outer Banks of NC? The Outer Banks, barrier islands off Read more…

Do Horses Dig For Water?

In the American Southwest, wild donkeys and horses often dig into the dusty sediment to reach cool, crystal clear groundwater to quench their thirst. New research shows this equid ingenuity has far reaching benefits for the ecosystem. What do wild horses do? Wild horses provide a diet for predators and Read more…