Without regular trimming, a horse’s hooves will continue to grow, eventually becoming so long that each hoof curls at the toe. In the wild, horses are constantly on the move and cover varying terrain, ...

FORT COLLINS, Colorado (KTVU) - A miniature horse that was apparently attacked by dogs now has a new spring in his step, thanks to a prosthetic limb. Three-year-old Shine was attacked on December 29, ...

I REMEMBER CLEARLY the day my beautiful palomino Lacey refused to let me pick up her left front hoof to be cleaned. The sky was bright blue and I basked under the warmth of last summer’s sun as I tied ...

Dear Dr. Vittoria: My gelding’s sheath has been swollen for the past week. He seems fine, but I am concerned that I haven’t seen him urinate lately. Is he filling up with urine? – Worried Dear Worried ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While both humans and horses can sport shoes, our equine friends don ...