Skin, Mane and Tail

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Donkey Domestication, Physiology, and Disposition
Donkeys and mules are different from horses in their physiology and behavior. If you are new to owning or managing donkeys or mules, seek out experienced handlers for advice.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Lumps and Bumps
Dr. Amy Polkes explains some common causes of lumps and bumps in horses.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: The Trouble With Ticks
In this podcast episode, entomologist Dr. Erika Machtinger explains how horse owners can protect their animals from tick bites.
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Coat Changes and Immune System Shifts in Senior Horses
Coat changes in senior horses correlate with the immune system and can help us understand the horse's overall health status.
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How Diet Can Help Your Horse's Coat
Your horse's overall health is key to a shiny coat, but there are other tips to help your horse's coat gleam.
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8 Health Issues for Horses in Summer
In this article, we cover 8 health concerns that your equids might face. These include anhidrosis, bruised hooves, conjunctivitis, dehydration, insect bite hypersensitivity, heat stress, photosensitization,...
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Does an Equine Leg Wound Need Stitches?
It's hard to know whether a gash or leg wound needs stitches. Here are tips to help you determine if you can handle the injury or if it needs veterinary attention.
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How to Clean and Treat a Minor Equine Wound Video
In this video, Dr. Christine Johnson walks you through cleaning and bandaging a minor equine wound.
READER FAVORITES
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Senior Equine Hind Limb Lameness and Longevity
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Are We Overlooking Pain in Senior Horses? Lessons from Owner-Veterinarian Conversations
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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?
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Horse Teeth by Age
POLLS & QUIZZES
FUN STUFF
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Tips on Feeding Forage
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Research on Senior Horse Health Offers Insights Into Best Management Practices
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Caring for Senior Horses' Joints in Cold Weather
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Conformation of the Equine Pastern
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