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Horse Health Care

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Can a mare’s attitude be improved through a strengthened connection with her new owner?

Desensitizing your horse to fly spray may take several weeks of daily training.

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Tips for helping a spray-shy mare stand still.

Each time he takes a step, release the pressure and praise him. Before long, he’ll work his way right into the trailer. As before, be patient and stay calm, relaxed, and confident.

If a horse’s tail is crooked due to hind-leg lameness, chiropractic treatment may be of some benefit.

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Whether a horse’s crooked tail carriage is permanent depends on the cause.

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An owner wonders if her horse might need oral care beyond basic teeth floating.

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This alternative therapy is closely related to acupucture, with some key differences.

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A reader asks about the causes, treatment, and prevention of horizontal cracks in her horse’s hooves.

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She often seems to be having an asthma attack. What is causing this and can be done to cure it?

Top barrel horse trainer Ed Wright offers suggestions training reluctant, balky barrel racers. From Horse & Rider magazine.