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Articles Tagged with horse health

Beat the Heat - Tips to Stay Cool With Horses in Summer

Beat the Heat - Tips to Stay Cool With Horses in Summer

June 30, 2017

Well it’s finally here - that time of year every equestrian has been longing for. Long, warm, dry days and endless time on horseback! Summer show season, perfect summer evening rides, potlucks at the barn and all those great equestrian summer memories in the making are finally at our doorsteps. Spending time with horses in summer may very well be the highlight of being a horse owner, but it doesn’t come without it’s own set of battles to overcome. Heat related illnesses affect both people and equines, so we’ve got some great summer horse tips to help you beat the... continue reading


Optimize Your Horse’s Health with These Barn Safety Tips

Optimize Your Horse’s Health with These Barn Safety Tips

May 04, 2017

As equestrians, we spend most of our time making sure our four-legged beasts have all the comforts and amenities we can possibly provide. Their health and wellbeing are our top priorities; usually even over our own. While we do our best to mitigate the effects of unplanned events, we still do everything in our power to control what we can control. In that sense, our tireless efforts to create the perfect living conditions for optimal horse health means a never ending search for knowledge and efficiency. Barn safety and healthy horses are, after all, the desired status quo, right? Let... continue reading


Rain Rot: Spring Showers Bring Skin Problems

Rain Rot: Spring Showers Bring Skin Problems

February 12, 2017

With the coming of spring, horse owners everywhere have a few annoying issues to deal with. Aside from frisky horses out in the paddock and the perpetual and seemingly endless mud problem, an equestrian’s springtime headache can often times be brought on by the sudden onset of moisture related fungus and skin conditions in their horses. Horse skin conditions, just like skin conditions in people, can be caused by a number of variables. For this blog, we’ll stick to the facts on one problem bacteria: Dermatophilus Congolensis. Dermatophilus is the official name for a skin bacteria we horse people know... continue reading


Preparing for Foaling Season - Getting Ready for Your New Arrivals

Preparing for Foaling Season - Getting Ready for Your New Arrivals

January 23, 2017

While most of us are still trying to keep waterers from freezing, horses warm and well fed, and the ground in our paddocks from turning into a sloppy mess, breeders are considering foaling season. If you’re a seasoned horse breeder, preparing for foaling season is easy. Knowing what to expect when you’re expecting makes the whole scenario much less daunting. If you’re new to foaling out a mare, raising a foal can be a mind-boggling experience, so we’re here to give you a few tips to navigate the waters! Foaling Kits - What do I really need? Having the tools... continue reading


Keeping Your Horse Warm During Winter Months

Keeping Your Horse Warm During Winter Months

January 09, 2017

Winter should be in full swing in your neck of the woods. If there’s no snow on the ground, you’ve probably at least had the pleasure of breaking a frozen water bucket or two. Life around the barn moves a little bit slower and takes just a bit longer when the cold really sets in. We here at Lighthoof want to make sure your winter months are as comfortable as possible. We’ve got some tips and the answers to a few questions to help keep your horses cozy this cold season. When to blanket your horse?  The age old question... continue reading


Safe Holiday Barn Decorating – Plants that are Poisonous to Horses

Safe Holiday Barn Decorating – Plants that are Poisonous to Horses

December 05, 2016

As the holidays grow nearer, if you haven’t already decked the halls with festive baubles and garland, now’s the time! Christmas barn decorations are a great way to bring the festive season to your favorite place, but when deciding just what types of decorations you want to use, it’s good to have a refresher on safety. As every equestrian knows, the most lavish and colorful Christmas stall ideas are irresistible to our four-legged friends, with their propensity for chewing, pulling, playing with, and completely destroying dangly or fun stall hangings… any of which can cause physical harm such as broken... continue reading

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