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Problems with Shoeing Horses

What is shoeing? A horseshoe is a U-shaped metal protective covering which is applied to the bottom of a horse’s hoof. The process by which the

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Equine Anatomy

The importance of understanding equine physiology Physiology is the scientific study of the mechanisms of living things. Physiology reveals how

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Muscle Imbalance and Spasm in Horses

Introduction to muscle imbalance and spasm The muscles of a horse’s body hold the backbone and limbs together in the correct position. Properly

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Equine Sports Massage Therapy
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Degenerative Joint Disease in Horses

Introduction to Degenerative Joint Disease Degenerative Joint Disease is a common condition in horses, also commonly known as osteoarthritis. This is

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Equine Sports Massage Therapy
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Why do Horses have Hooves?

What are Hooves? Horses are digitigrade which means they walk using their tips of their toes. Because of this, they need a strong, insensitive

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Bridle Sensitivity

The Importance of Getting the Right Bridle The bridle is a piece of equipment used to control a horse’s movements. It consists of three parts; the

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Equine Sports Massage Therapy
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Understanding Equine Ligament and Tendon Injuries

Horses are commonly used for athletic purposes because of their speed and endurance. A horse’s limbs are adapted for fast running, the downside of

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Halting and Collection

Halting  ‘Halting’ is a term used to describe bringing a horse to a stop.  Learning to stop a horse is the first step in becoming a great

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How to Become an Equine Osteopath

Equine osteopathy is the adaptation of the techniques of human osteopathic to treat horses, combining with veterinary surgeons’ knowledge of

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Horse diet: What should horses eat?

What should horses eat? The importance of a healthy diet Horses are non-ruminant herbivores, as well as hindgut fermenters. Compared with its body

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Introduction to Long and Short Strides

As a horse rider, it is important to have a good understanding of strides, their lengths, and how to measure them.         Stride

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