Digital Horse Passports, Microchips, & the Future of Equine Traceability

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Veterinarian scanning a horse's microchip for identification and equine traceability.

How Technology Is Developing in the Equine Industry

Having accurate identification and readily accessible health records is important if your horse travels for competitions, breeding, training, veterinary care, or a sale. Fortunately for horse owners, this process is becoming more streamlined as new technology emerges in the industry. Microchips and digital horse passports are helping improve equine traceability, making it easier to connect horses with their identification, health, and movement records. Here’s a look at what’s changing and what horse owners and facility managers should know.

Horse Passports

Traditionally, a horse’s passport has […]

Equine Health and Biosecurity

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Protecting Horse Health Starts With Prevention

Protecting horse health begins long before illness appears. Whether you own one horse, an entire herd, or manage an equine facility, good health, welfare, and biosecurity practices are essential to keeping horses safe and sound. Throughout a horse’s lifetime, they may encounter potential biosecurity threats at home, on the trail, while traveling, or at competitions. While not every illness can be prevented, many diseases can be minimized through proactive management and thoughtful facility practices. In this blog, you’ll learn how to recognize the signs of a healthy horse, understand the […]

How to Safely Introduce Horses to Each Other

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And have a happier, healthier herd.

It often starts with one horse. Then another. Then maybe a barn move or a change in turnout groups. Before long, you are working to safely introduce horses to new herd dynamics. Fortunately, horses are naturally social animals. However, they also establish clear herd hierarchies, and introducing a new horse can temporarily disrupt that balance. Because of this, bringing a new horse into an established herd requires patience, preparation, and a safe environment to help reduce stress, minimize injuries, and encourage healthier herd interactions.

Why Proper Introductions Matter

A thoughtful introduction process […]

Harmful Plants in Horse Pastures

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How to identify and protect your pasture through thoughtful management. Spring brings new growth, longer days, and more time outside for both horses and their owners. But before turning horses out, it is important to take a closer look at what is growing in your pasture. Harmful plants in horse pastures can emerge quickly after winter and may go unnoticed until they become a serious risk. Identifying and removing these plants is a key part of responsible pasture management.

Why Harmful Plants Are a Risk

While some believe horses instinctively avoid toxic plants, this is not something you […]

How to Teach Your Horse Tricks, The Basics and Beyond

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Horses are highly intelligent animals capable of learning a wide range of behaviors, both practical and entertaining. Research suggests that horses have cognitive abilities similar to a young child, with strong memory, awareness, and the ability to respond to human cues. Because of this, learning how to teach your horse tricks can be both rewarding and beneficial. Trick training not only creates impressive moments, but also strengthens your connection, builds communication, and keeps your horse mentally engaged over time.

What Tricks Can You Teach Your Horse

There are many tricks you can teach your horse, ranging from foundational […]

Traveling with Horses Safely, Why Horse Trailer Insurance and Preparation Matter

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Traveling with horses is a common part of ownership. Whether hauling to shows, veterinary appointments, new facilities, or sales, most horse owners will spend time on the road with their horses. Unlike typical road trips, traveling with horses safely requires additional preparation and responsibility. You are not only responsible for your own safety, but also for the comfort, wellbeing, and security of the horses you are hauling. The key to safe travel is thoughtful planning. One often overlooked part of that plan is horse trailer insurance.

Why Typical Roadside Assistance Is Not Enough

If you already drive regularly […]

Healthy Weight for Horses, How to Recognize a Healthy Weight and Help Your Horse Gain or Lose Weight

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Maintaining a healthy weight for horses is critical for overall health, performance, and longevity. A horse that is too thin may struggle with energy levels, immunity, and body condition. On the other hand, overweight horses face an increased risk of laminitis, metabolic disorders, and joint strain. The ideal weight for a horse varies depending on breed, age, body type, and activity level. Understanding what a healthy horse weight looks like and how to help a horse gain or lose weight when needed is an important part of responsible horse care.

What Is the Ideal Weight for a Horse?

Dechra Zygolide Gets FDA Approval for Equine Cushing’s Disease Treatment

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What This Advancement Means for Equines and Equestrians
Equine medicine has continued to advance in ways that improve quality of life for horses while giving horse owners greater confidence in long term care decisions. A recent milestone is the FDA approval of Dechra’s Zygolide tablets, which expands available options for Equine Cushing’s Disease treatment. This approval is especially meaningful because Equine Cushing’s Disease is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting older horses.

With Zygolide now approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, managing this chronic condition may become more accessible and […]