There are, however, some good guidelines and common sense goes a long way
Let sleeping horses lie
Small pens, repeated movement and the training circle can all cause chronic injuries
Footing surface impacts the quality of performance and can even bring a risk of injury
The mechanics of nibbling, chomping and crunching are important to horse health
Proper nutrition, a sensible exercise program, foot care, and good management are the best defence
Old recommendations of regular treatments aren’t the best course of action anymore
Dramatic weight loss can often occur when horses can no longer properly chew their feed
It’s one of the clearest and widest indicators of well-being — or problematic issues
A horse with diarrhea can suffer serious health consequences if it’s a serious case
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