Horse Health Videos

Many horse owners and vets are increasingly concerned about their horse’s digestion and colic related symptoms caused by poor nutrient absorption in the horses of all ages which is often combined...

Thoroughbred racehorses can have their breeding checked to see if they're genetically predisposed to be fast horses. Buy a thoroughbred racehorse by paying attention to breeding and temperament...

When breaking a horse, start by getting them used to the things that will be used on them when the saddling process begins. Break a horse by desensitizing them to touches and jumping with tips...

When grooming horses, remember that different horses are softer or tougher and require different brushes or combs. Groom horses with tools specific to their unique needs with tips from an...

Young horses don't have much patience, so they should be groomed with caution and efficiency. Groom a young horse or foal and avoid scaring them with tips from an equestrian coach in this free...

When grooming skittish horses, movements should be slow and the groomer should start at the bottom and work their way up. Groom a skittish horse by using caution and care with tips from an...

In order to groom a horse, start with a curtain comb and use it in a circular motion before switching to a soft brush. Groom a horse by starting off softly and avoiding sensitive areas with tips...

Older horse's need sufficient fat and nutrition, regular vet exams and should not live outside. Take care of an older horse through adjusted nutrition and veterinarian visits with tips from an...

Horse trainers need to be prepared to ride a number of different horses, including those that are difficult and have bad habits. Become a horse manager by riding a variety of horses and learning...

When buying a horse, bring a trainer for consult, and pay attention to the horse's temperament and riding style. Research horses that fit personal goals before buying a horse with tips from an...

Unloading and loading horses into a trailer can be dangerous if the horse gets scared or tangled. Trailer a horse safely by keeping it calm and avoiding danger with tips from an equestrian coach...

When learning to ride a horse, use the help of an experienced rider to avoid dangerous situations and to avoid bad habits that will have to be corrected later. Ride a horse by practicing holding...

Grooming a horse means clipping the horse, bathing it, combing it and spraying a show product on the horse. Pull the mane when grooming a horse for an English show with tips from an equestrian...

Knowing how to wrap a horse's leg is important because it helps support a horse's legs after a strenuous ride, so the wrap should be snug. Wrap a horse's legs to keep them from getting swollen...

When choosing a quarter horse, define a clear set of goals for a desired horse. Pick a quarter horse and make sure the parts are proportional with tips from an equestrian coach in this free video...

When choosing a thoroughbred horse, remember that these horses are hot and quick, so watch the owner ride the horse to determine what level of rider is required. Pick a thoroughbred horse with...

Some common signs of a sick horse include the horse biting at their sides, kicking at their stomachs and rolling constantly. Find out if a horse is ill or has colic with tips from an equestrian...

In order to measure a horse's respiration rate, count every time it breathes out in 15 seconds and multiply that number by four. Measure a horse's respiration rate with tips from an equestrian...

In order to canter on a horse, shift the outside leg behind the girth and start by going to a sitting trot. Canter on horseback after becoming comfortable with posting and sitting the trot, with...

When buying your first horse be sure an experienced professional is there and that the horse's temperament is acceptable. Buy your first horse and make sure it's well-suited for your personal...

Problem horses do not take bridles easily and are hard to catch for riding or leading. Catch a problem or hard-to-catch horse for bridling with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.

Polo wraps on a horse's legs help support tendons and ligaments during strenuous exercise or jumping. Put polo wraps on a horse correctly with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.

Sports medicine boots keep horse front legs safer during exercise or strenuous activity. Use sports medicine boots on a horse correctly with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.

Taping a wound on a horse comes after cleaning the wound and ensuring the horse can safely heal without professional medical attention. Learn to tape a horse's wound with tips from a ranch owner...

Taping a wound on a horse with vet wrap is a careful procedure that should not adversely affect circulation. Learn to tape a horse's wound with vet wrap with tips from a ranch owner in this free...

Horses have a food pyramid just like humans, though theirs includes dry, cured hay and food formula in pellets. Feed a horse healthy, nutritious food with tips from a ranch owner in this free...

Many quarter horses can do with one scoop of feed in each of the morning and night and hay for grazing during the day. Feed a horse enough to maintain weight with tips from a ranch owner in this...

Tame horses allow owners or riders to catch, or administer a bridle, easily. Catch a horse for bridling with tips from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.

Horses have barrels, gaskins, docks and withers, anatomy features important for riders to know. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's body from a ranch owner in this free horse care video.

The front legs of a horse have parts owners and riders must learn to talk with trainers and vets. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's front legs from a ranch owner in this free horse...

Horse anatomy includes hocks, gaskins and pasterns, features owners and riders should learn to converse with specialists. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's back legs and hooves from...

Horses share many pieces of anatomy with humans, but many significant horse parts might be less well known. Learn about horse anatomy and parts of a horse's head and neck from a ranch owner in...

See an equine massage crisscrossing demo on the horse's hindquarters. Learn about the crisscrossing stroke with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

When crisscrossing sore areas in equine massage, simply stop and apply gentle, firm pressure before moving on. Learn how to crisscross sore areas with tips from a horse expert in this free pet...

Equine massage techniques can be combined in a sequence to create a fluid massage regime. Learn how to combine several massage techniques with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

Equine massages target large muscle groups of the horse for loosening and relaxation. Learn about the benefits of equine massages with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

Different equine massage strokes are used on different parts of the body, depending on the muscle size and sensitivity. Learn about the muscle areas on the horse with tips from a horse expert in...

Equine massage effleurage is a soothing stroke to finish off any massage method. Learn how to use effleurage with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

The jostling technique in equine massage is a rolling motion of the muscles with your finger tips. Learn about the jostling technique with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

See an equine massage jostling demo on the horse's neck. Learn about the jostling stroke with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

When jostling sore areas in equine massage, simply pull the area and hold it steady. Learn how to jostle sore areas with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

The scooping technique in equine massage is best used on areas that are sensitive or soft. Learn about the scooping technique with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

See an equine massage scooping demo on the horse's pectoral area. Learn about the scooping stroke with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

When scooping sore areas in equine massage, simply apply direct pressure with your fingertips and hold. Learn how to scoop sore areas with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

The fist compression technique in equine massage is best used on large tight muscle areas. Learn about the fist compression technique with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

See an equine massage fist compression demo on the horse's shoulders and hindquarters. Learn about the fist compression stroke with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

When fist compressing sore areas in equine massage, simply push the spot and hold steady. Learn how to fist compress sore areas with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

The crisscrossing technique in equine massage is best used to loosen up knots in the muscles. Learn about the crisscrossing technique with tips from a horse expert in this free pet care video.

Many horses dislike equine massage in the morning. Learn when to avoid horse massage with tips from a certified equine sports massage practitioner in this free horse care video.

It's not only the horse who may not want an equine massage. Learn when an equine massage therapist should avoid horse massage with tips from a certified equine sports massage practitioner in this...