Horse Care Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/horse-health/ Dressage Today is the training and educational resource for dressage riders at every level. Videos and instructional articles offer tips. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 22:56:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://s3.amazonaws.com/wp-s3-dressagetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/10030443/DT-Favicon-150x150.png Horse Care Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/horse-health/ 32 32 Essential Insurance for Your Dressage Operation https://dressagetoday.com/horse-health/essential-insurance-for-your-dressage-operation/ Mon, 15 Sep 2025 22:56:46 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18615 Learn about the unique risks equestrian businesses face and what types of coverage you should consider to ensure your operation is covered in case of the worst with this advice from an insurance specialist.

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]]> Keep Your Dressage Horse Off the Sidelines: Prevent and Manage Common Injuries in Performance Horses https://dressagetoday.com/featured-articles/keep-your-dressage-horse-off-the-sidelines-prevent-and-manage-common-injuries-in-performance-horses/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 21:33:07 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18565 Three top veterinarians take a deep dive into the most common sporthorse injuries and provide treatment, management and preventative options to keep your dressage horse healthy, comfortable and performing his best.

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]]> Truth or Myth? It’s Dangerous to Let Your Hot, Sweaty Horse Drink After Exercise https://dressagetoday.com/horse-health/truth-or-myth-its-dangerous-to-let-your-hot-sweaty-horse-drink-after-exercise/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 22:34:22 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18467 A veterinarian settles this common post-exercise drinking debate and explains why it's important to know how much water to allow your hot horse at one time.

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]]> Summer Sores: When Small Cuts Become Big Problems https://dressagetoday.com/horse-health/summer-sores-when-small-cuts-become-big-problems/ Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:24:15 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18463 Summer sores are on the rise and can make your dressage horse miserable during the warmer season. Learn how to treat and prevent these parasite-related skin infections.

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]]> The Importance of Forage For Your Dressage Horse https://dressagetoday.com/featured-articles/the-importance-of-forage-for-your-dressage-horse/ Tue, 15 Jul 2025 22:16:34 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18328 Learn why high-quality forage is crucial to meet your dressage horse's nutritional needs and to keep him performing his best and how to ensure he's getting adequate roughage in his diet.

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]]> White Paper on Veterinary Best Practices for Long-Term Equine Welfare Released By US Equestrian https://dressagetoday.com/horse-health/white-paper-on-veterinary-best-practices-for-long-term-equine-welfare-released-by-us-equestrian/ Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:21:11 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18336 Following a summit of veterinary professionals led by US Equestrian, the Federation released a white paper with group’s recommendations on best practices in sporthorse medicine.

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]]> What’s Normal? Understanding Your Horse’s Vital Signs https://dressagetoday.com/featured-articles/whats-normal-understanding-your-horses-vital-signs/ Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:29:11 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18317 Learn why regular checks are crucial to identifying potential health issues in your dressage horse and how to take accurate vital signs.

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]]> Caring For Your Dressage Horse’s Summer Coat https://dressagetoday.com/horse-health/caring-for-your-dressage-horses-summer-coat/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:45:37 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18280 With heat, humidity, sweat and bugs, your horse's coat and skin require special attention during the summer. Two professional grooms share their tips for maintaining a healthy glow during the warm weather.

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]]> Summer Tick Threats: Keep Your Dressage Horse Protected https://dressagetoday.com/horse-health/summer-tick-threats-keep-your-dressage-horse-protected/ Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:17:52 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18230 Ticks are harbingers of disease that can put your horse's health at serious risk and they're expanding their range due to warming climate trends and changes in landscape. Learn the signs of tick-borne illness and how you can protect your dressage partner.

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]]> 5 Tactics To Tackle Sweet Itch https://dressagetoday.com/featured-articles/5-tactics-to-tackle-sweet-itch/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 23:06:44 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18224 This allergic skin reaction causes intense itching and can make your dressage horse's summer turnout time miserable. Learn how to protect him from the mighty-mouthed bugs that cause sweet itch and ease his existing symptoms.

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