Vital Signs

Understand Equine Herpesvirus, including its risks, symptoms, prevention methods, and management strategies.

A horse’s mouth is more than a place to park a bit—it is a finely tuned machine that grinds forage into fuel. Healthy horse teeth allow...

Vaccination is one of the most important steps in protecting horses from life-threatening diseases. Whether you're managing a show barn, caring for backyard companions, or running a rescue, knowing what’s in a 5-way equine vaccine , and when to use it, is essential for responsible horse ownership. But not all vaccines are the same. The 5-way shot is a core combination vaccine , designed to protect horses against five major infectious diseases in a single dose. If you’re unsur

Hydration is one of the most overlooked aspects of daily horse care, yet it plays a crucial role in nearly every system in a horse’s body. Whether it’s scorching summer heat, a long trailer ride, or an intense training session, horses lose water through sweat, respiration, and even manure more quickly than most people realize. Dehydration can sneak up quietly, showing only subtle signs—until it becomes an emergency. That’s why every horse owner should know how to perform quic

A quick guide to the early signs of sickness in equines.

Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) can strike suddenly and escalate quickly. Although the disease appears most often in late summer in areas...

Credit: The horse If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is my horse’s heart rate normal?”  — you’re already thinking like a responsible horse owner. Just like in humans, average heart rate for a horse is one of the clearest windows into what’s happening internally. Whether your horse is resting in the stall or just finished a workout, their pulse can reveal signs of stress, pain, fitness, or something more serious. In this post, we’ll break down what counts as a normal heart rate,