Sadly, horses are more prone to stomach ulcers than you may think. Sadly they generally occur due to unsuitable feeding practices, limited outside space & the unprecedented stresses of life in the 21st century.

We’ve Heard it All Before

If you are interested in the subject be sure to check out a guest post about ulcers written by Eleanor Van Natta Could Your Horse Have Ulcers? If you think your horse has an ulcer, call your vet!
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Sometimes it feels like horses are an accident waiting to happen, it seems like there is always something ready to go wrong.

Such is life with big animals of prey, and it’s part of what we like about them, their unpredictability. Fortunately there is a fantastic online horse communities who put together helpful info & tips.

Jeez, who knew there were so many skin diseases. That’s funny, I’m feeling a little itchy…

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TMJ problems are something to take seriously in your horse as pain in that area can create other issues for an equine.

Catch it Early

TMJ discomfort can change eating habits as well as the way a horse carries their head and accepts equipment around their face. This short video provides symptoms to look out for and simple ways to determine if your horse needs to see a vet.
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Although it may sound strange to someone who doesn’t know the equine animal, gut sounds are like music to a horse owner’s ears.

In a nutshell, no gut sounds usually means problems. Horses cannot vomit, so there is only one way out, which can present some very obvious problems.

Keeping Colic Away

This video covers how to listen to the gut of a horse you suspect has colic. However, part of any horse owner’s daily routine should be to check for gut sounds.
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Out of all of the amazing horse colors out there, I must confess that pintos have always been my favorite.

Perhaps it’s the interesting splotchy shapes or the lovely contrast between stark white and dark colors. Whatever it is, the bonus is that they come in all shapes & sizes & can be found in many breeds.

This video provides a (very) brief look at the history of pinto breeds & their different types.
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