5 Horse Hoof Facts
Did you know? Read on to learn all about your horse’s amazing and wonderful feet.
Anna O'Brien, DVM
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Anna O'Brien, DVM, is a large-animal ambulatory veterinarian in central Maryland. Her practice tackles anything equine in nature, from Miniature Horses to zebras at the local zoo, with a few cows, goats, sheep, pigs, llamas, and alpacas thrown in for good measure.
How to Tell if Your Horse is Sick
It’s easy to know when you don’t feel well. If something hurts, you know you can also tell an adult. Likewise, your horse communicates to…
Understanding Your Horse’s Digestive System
Unlike us, horses have very complicated digestive systems. Known as “hindgut fermenters,” horses’ intestines take weird twists and turns with some unexpected surprises, all to…
Spring Horse Health Check
Warmer weather, longer days, and … mud! It must mean spring is here. Before you start planning for shows, trail rides, and other equine adventures,…
Flies, Worms and Yucky Things
Things that fly, bite and bother your horse are in the air, and in the gut. Whether you board your horse or have your pony…
Senior Horse Care in Winter
The weather outside might be frightful, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try your best to make the winter season delightful for your senior horse….
Rules to Feed a Horse By
Just like you, your horse needs a balanced diet for good overall health. But your horse’s feed needs are quite a bit different than yours….
No-Worry Winter: 4 Steps to Keeping Your Pony Healthy in Winter
Gloves, thick socks, coat, and a cup of hot chocolate waiting back at the barn—these are four things that show you’re ready for winter riding….
6 Tips for Caring for Barn Pets
Whether you keep your horses at home on a farm or ride elsewhere and have pets at home, chances are good that there’s a cat…
Summer Horse Care
Before you head out to the barn for those long summer rides, make sure your horse is in tip-top health and care for all the…
