We have made it to the last week of August! While summer is still lingering, Fall is right around the corner, which means changes in the weather and higher occurrences of colic. So, pay attention to this last segment of colic prevention! Dietary support supplement. It is estimated that nearly 10% of all horses will […]
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Avoiding Anhidrosis
As summer rolls on, temperatures are heating up around the country. Envision yourself out riding with a friend on a hot day. After working awhile, her horse has formed a thick foam under the reins, saddle pad, between his hind legs, and is dripping from his belly. Your horse, on the other hand, is mostly […]
Fast Facts About Fireworks for the Anxious Animals
Fireworks! While they are enjoyable for us humans, they can be an enormous stressor for our animals. According to the American Humane Association, July 5th is the most active day of the year for animal shelters. Without proper prevention, dogs can end up in a state of panic causing them to get lost, injured, or […]
How to Keep Horses Healthier, Happier with Vitalize
Long-time equestrian enthusiast, Stacey Oppermann knows one of the keys to a rider’s success is keeping horses healthy, and that a healthy horse is usually happier. Oppermann, owner of Cedar Creek Equestrian in Cedarburg, Wis., has spent years training horses and athletes in the sport of hunter-jumper, as well as competing herself. She is currently […]