Horse Magazine

Foot-and-mouth disease in horses – what you should know now

Foot-and-mouth disease is causing great concern for many horse owners. As soon as an outbreak of this highly contagious animal disease is reported, numerous questions arise: Are horses even affect...

Colic in horses – causes, symptoms and what you can do in an emergency

Colic in horses is one of the most frightening topics for many horse owners, and rightly so. Hardly any other equine illness appears so suddenly, progresses so unpredictably, and can become so dang...

Life stages of a horse – A loving look at a horse's life from birth to old age

Horses have accompanied humans for thousands of years – as friends, partners, working animals, and loyal companions. But before a horse can be all of that to its owner, it goes through different...

Detect and avoid nutrient deficiencies when feeding your horse grain-free

Feeding is the most important foundation for your horse's health and well-being. More and more horse owners are opting for grain-free feeding. There are many reasons for this: digestive problems, ...

How the intestinal flora influences your horse's behavior and what you can do

Have you ever wondered why your horse suddenly becomes nervous, skittish, or aggressive – even though nothing has changed on the outside? The answer may lie within your horse: more specifically, i...

PSSM in horses – What is behind the muscle disease polysaccharide storage myopathy?

You're reading this article because you're concerned about PSSM in horses, also known as polysaccharide storage myopathy. Perhaps you've noticed muscle tremors, stiff movements, muscle pain in you...

Poisonous plants for horses – Recognizing and avoiding dangers in the pasture

As a horse owner, you bear a great responsibility for the health of your animals. What many people don't realize is that in the wild, in the stable, in meadows and pastures, there are subtle danger...

The most important amino acids for horses: Important building blocks for muscles, health and performance

Amino acids play an essential role in horse feeding and are crucial for muscle building, regeneration and the general health of your horse. The essential amino acids lysine, methionine and threoni...

Alternative therapies for horses: acupuncture, physiotherapy, etc.

The health and well-being of your horse is certainly high on your agenda. In addition to conventional medicine, alternative therapies are becoming increasingly important. A holistic approach that ...

Horse Breaking: Step by step to a safe riding horse

Breaking in horses is one of the most exciting and at the same time most challenging moments in horse training. You are faced with the important task of not only getting your animal used to the rid...