Soundness

Apr 17, 2023

Is Your Horse Hurting?

How do you know if your horse is hurting? This tool can shed light on if your horse is in pain or discomfort, and how you can help.

By Barb Crabbe, DVM

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May 18, 2020

Trail-Sound

Be sure your next trail horse is sound enough for his job with these tips.

By Ken McNabb, With Alexis Bennett

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Jan 22, 2020

What is Hock Fusion?

Hock fusion is common in performance horses, but what can you do to help prevent and treat hock fusion in your horse?

By H And R Editors

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Apr 25, 2019

Troubleshoot Lameness

Lame Horse? Here’s how to troubleshoot the problem and prepare for the vet if you have a lame horse on your hands.

By Jennifer Forsberg Meyer

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Aug 8, 2016

Soundness Do’s & Don’ts

By H And R Editors

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Mar 24, 2016

Avila's Show-Horse Maintenance

Are you doing right by your horse to ensure longevity in his showing career? Take this show-horse maintenance quiz to find out.

By Bob Avila

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Oct 8, 2015

A Poulticing Primer

Abscess, heat or swelling? This time-tested method addresses the pain in new and improved ways.

By H And R Editors

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Feb 11, 2013

Keep Your All-Around Mount Sound

Once you find the perfect all-around mount, you'll want to keep him sound. Use these tips from our experts.

By Julie Preble

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Soundness

Is Your Horse Hurting?

Trail-Sound

What is Hock Fusion?

Troubleshoot Lameness

Soundness Do’s & Don’ts

Avila's Show-Horse Maintenance

A Poulticing Primer

Keep Your All-Around Mount Sound

Stay in the Loop

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