Horse Care

Here’s a look at the question of why do horses eat sugar cubes, how to use them wisely, and healthy alternatives to balance out their use.

Knowing when to euthanize a horse with DSLD can be tricky as a horse can put up with a lot of pain and seem normal. Always consult with your vet about your horse’s quality of life and let them guide you with their experience with euthanizing a horse with DSLD. 

How do you know when to euthanize a horse with laminitis? Sometimes the answer is clear, and sometimes it’s not. Your veterinarian can help you decide if it’s time to release your horse from its pain, or if there’s still hope for a good quality of life.

A horse with Cushing’s can live a long life with proper care. But unfortunately, there comes a point in a horse’s life where the late stages of Cushing’s disease decrease its quality of life, and euthanasia may be necessary.  

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a popular cure-all remedy that’s in many horse owners’ medicine cabinets… But does apple cider vinegar really work on horse lice?

This guide to horse lice will help you understand what a horse louse is, how a horse gets them, and what steps you should take after discovering lice on your horse.

Rain rot is a type of skin infection that occurs during periods of wet weather. But it’s an easy condition to prevent and treatment is straightforward. 

Ringworm is a skin-loving fungus that is highly contagious and can quickly damage a horse’s haircoat. Here’s what you need to know about prevention and treatment.