First aid for back pain
Back pain should always be investigated and addressed as soon as possible. Here are some things you can do to help the horse feel better while you wait for the horse to be seen by a professional.
Back to school challenge
If you are bringing your horse back to work after a lazy summer, make sure to make a plan first – this will make progress faster and healthier.
Why does my horse have a hard time picking up hind legs?
A horse that has a hard time picking up or holding up his legs can often be labelled as being naughty, but there's actually a strong chance that he is acting this way due to physical discomfort.
The trouble with mud
Picking the lesser of two evils – turn the horse out into a muddy pasture or lock them inside?
Five signs of hind end dysfunction
Problems in the hind end often go unnoticed, until we end up with an injury or a sore back. Here are some red flags to look out for.
4 things you need to know about the iliopsoas muscles
The iliopsoas is a group of three muscles that acts as a hip flexor and can often be a source of dysfunction for the horse. Here are some things to keep in mind about this area.