Welcome to EC Magazine, the Online Journal of Equine Wellbeing
Equus Caballus, the magazine of the domestic horse, has been dedicated to the proper care and feeding of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules for over seven years. This site is a compilation of over 400 archived articles and new features about nutrition, health and equine management.
This month, we introduce a new function that allows you to search the extensive EC archives by keywords (ie laminitis, dressage, oldest horse, Coggins shots). To use the search engine, please take a moment to register by visiting the links above. Registration also puts you on the EC Updates list, so you'll receive alerts whenever a new issue is posted. Welcome and please come back often.
This Month's Feature Articles
The Florida Horse Park
By Terry Temple Photos by David M. Elle
On a happy Saturday in April, a group of civic-minded horse people and philanthropists gathered for a gala lunch in an elegantly appointed tent at the Florida Horse Park. It was a gorgeous crowd, the men dapper in sportcoats and the ladies preening in hats. The view in the morning was a polo match that showed even the most experienced equestrians what real riding is all about.
Read the complete article here.
Click here to find out about riding the Florida Greenway on a retired polo pony.
Elder Equine Care:
Don’t overlook dental, deworming and nutrition needs of your senior horse.
by Toots A. Banner, DVM, Seminole Feed Veterinary Consultant
With advancements in health care, dentistry and nutrition, the senior horse is enjoying unprecedented longevity and quality of life. Today, it’s common for horses to perform well into their 20’s and live into their 30’sand 40’s.
Regardless of performance level, the aged horse’s body becomes less efficient every year. The digestive system might not absorb nutrients as well, teeth can lose most of the reserve crown, immune systems are weaker, joints probably have some arthritis, hormones sometimes become unbalanced and the respiratory system is more susceptible to challenges.
Read the complete article here.
Pests Away!
The best way to avoid infectious diseases like West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis is to prevent mosquitoes from taking over your farm.
By Emily Rhoades
The large amount of rain that fell early this spring in the South provided a good breeding ground for flying foes like mosquitoes. Without proper mosquito management and control around your farm, your horses run the risk of being infected with potentially deadly diseases such as West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, Equine Infectious Anemia, and more.
Read the complete article here.
Also in the issue:
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Our health feature is a Practical Guide to Parasites. Knowing the facts about parasites and dewormers is a big step toward making important decisions about your horse’s health. By Christa Moody and Teresa Jascob
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This month, we Ask the Experts about the pros and cons of Sweet Feed versus Pellets and other questions.
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Be sure to visit the Gallery Page to see some beautiful pictures of great equine athletes, taken at the recent Festival of the Horse at the Florida Horse Park.
