All the articles you have come to love in Equus Magazine are now available in this podcast for free. Each article is released as its own separate episode to make them quick and easy to listen to. Since 1977 Equus Magazine has provided information and advice that helps you take the best care possible of your horse and enjoy him to the fullest.
Latest episodes
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3 min
The vitamin that may help prevent PPID
About 20 percent of horses older than 15 develop pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID). Vitamin E can help help prevent the condition.This magazine article has been transfor…
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5 min
Avoid 5 common negative reinforcement training mistakes
While negative reinforcement can be a useful tool in horse training, it needs to be used with care and caution.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasur…
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3 min
Toxic trees: Keep your horse safe at pasture
As great as trees are, there are a few situations where horses and trees definitely don't mix. Make sure your horse pastures don't have these toxic trees.This magazine article has…
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7 min
Good news about popular PPID treatment
A 15-year study shows that the drug pergolide is an effective treatment for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening plea…
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7 min
How to disinfect stalls: 4 steps to stop disease spread in your barn
A USEF veterinarian explains how to clean, choose and apply disinfectants so they actually kill the pathogens in your barn.This magazine article has been transformed for your liste…
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9 min
What a horse's posture may say about his health
New research explores what a horse’s posture says about his health. Horses may adopt different stances to compensate for discomfort.This magazine article has been transformed for y…
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4 min
Study: Turnout, weaning of foals key to future success
Plenty of turnout and late weaning may increase the likelihood that a young Thoroughbred will have success at the racetrack years later.This magazine article has been transformed f…
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4 min
Do's and don'ts of administering NSAIDs to horses
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are an important part of horse care but they require sensible handling and proper administration.This magazine article has been transformed for…
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3 min
What massage can do for horses
A study from Poland suggests that horses benefit from massage much as people do—and perhaps even more.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasure using A…
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4 min
Sally's last gift
After a partnership lasting more than two decades, the author's beloved mare helped her to accept and plan for a future without her.This magazine article has been transformed for y…
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5 min
Riding on the beach
Riding through the surf over sand can but glorious, but you'll want to keep a few things in mind.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasure using AI res…
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2 min
Reducing the risk of injection-related infections
Infections at injection sites are rare, but your veterinarian will still take steps to avoid them.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasure using AI re…
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3 min
Lifesavers: toxoids and antitoxins
One reason relatively few horses today die of botulism, tetanus or snake bite, is the availability of these two types of products.This magazine article has been transformed for you…
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5 min
Is your pasture good for your horse’s health?
Research shows that the shape, as well as the size, of a grazing space can affect equine health and well-being.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasur…
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7 min
Why I'm an unambitious rider
A lack of equestrian goals has helped this writer to enjoy a fulfilling—and even thrilling—life with horses.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasure u…
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2 min
Subtle signs of back pain in horses
When these easy-to-miss signs arise, look for back pain as a possible cause.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasure using AI resources. To read the a…
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15 min
7 things to teach your trail horse
Make the most of your trail outing this season by revisiting a few basic training exercises now.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening pleasure using AI reso…
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3 min
The heritability of ‘roaring’ investigated
Researchers have identified a set of genetic markers that appear to be associated with recurrent laryngeal neuropathy.This magazine article has been transformed for your listening…
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5 questions that explain PPID
Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction is one of the most common conditions in older horses — and one of the most treatable. Here’s what you need to know.This magazine article has b…
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4 min
New tech allows remote monitoring of horses
Researchers are developing a system that can transmit biometic and location data about horses in real time and from a distance.This magazine article has been transformed for your l…