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Blog Archives
Seven Hidden Dangers Common in Every Barn
In their natural state, horses tend to lead consistent, uncomplicated lives. However, even in the very best barns with the most conscientious owners, modern horses are often subjected to unnatural stresses that can pose serious health risks, from colic to…
Ask the Vet – Lyme disease in horses, fly sheets, how much can a horse carry & more! – May 2016
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about how much weight can a horse carry, Lyme disease in horses, the difference between…
ColiCare Testimonial – Donna and Superman
Editor’s Note: Since this article was published, the ColiCare program has been upgraded to provide up to $10,000 in colic surgery reimbursement. Click here to learn more. SmartPak customer and trail rider Donna Ryan talks about why she…
Ask the Vet – Kissing Spine, Over and Underweight horses, Hoof Abscesses & more! – April 2016
You asked, we answered! In this episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about what is “kissing spine,” how to tell if your horse is overweight, tips and…
Chris McCrea explains why “Dutchie” is enrolled in ColiCare
Editor’s Note: Since this article was published, the ColiCare program has been upgraded to provide up to $10,000 in colic surgery reimbursement. Click here to learn more. Christine McCrea, Team SmartPak Rider and Pan-Am Games Gold Medalist, trusts…
SmartPaks help keep Jon McCrea’s horses “on the healthy path”
The health of Jon McCrea’s horses means more to him than “just another competition,” so he trusts his horses’ health to SmartPaks. And when he’s competing all over the world, SmartPaks make it easy to ensure his horses…
Ask the Vet – Thrush, Anemia, Ulcers & more! – March 2016
You asked, we answered! In the second episode of our monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about how to prevent thrush in the spring, anemia in horses, what to have…
SmartPak Testimonial – Whitney Lagace
Editor’s Note: Since this article was published, the ColiCare program has been upgraded to provide up to $10,000 in colic surgery reimbursement. Click here to learn more. With 45 horses at Whitney Ridge competing across the country on…
Posted in Horse Health, Videos
Ask the Vet – Blanketing, Coughing, Arthritis & more!
You asked, we answered! In the first episode of our new monthly series, Ask the Vet, Dr. Lydia Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer your questions about how to blanket a horse correctly, should you ride in a quarter…
SmartPak Barn Field Trip, Part 6: Q&A on Easy and Hard Keepers
Download the worksheet here to test your knowledge! When should you be concerned about your horse’s body condition score? What are some smart ways to help put weight on a hard keeper? How would you approach managing your…
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SmartPak Barn Field Trip, Part 5: Measuring horse height
Download the worksheet to test your knowledge (includes bonus questions not in the video)! How tall is your horse? How many inches are in a hand? Would you know how to safely use a height stick to measure…
SmartPak Barn Field Trip, Part 4: Estimating weight in horses
Download the worksheet to test your knowledge! How much does your horse weigh? Do you know how to figure it out without using a scale? What measurements do you even need to know to calculate your horse’s weight?…
SmartPak Barn Field Trip, Part 3: Assessing body condition score in horses
Download the worksheet to test your knowledge! Would you say your horse is underweight, overweight, or the ideal weight? Do you know how to tell? Knowing how to body condition score a horse is an essential part of…
SmartPak Barn Field Trip, Part 2: Decoding hay and grain for horses
Download the worksheet to test your knowledge! How much hay and grain does your horse get every day? How much SHOULD your horse be getting each day? Many horses may not be getting what your feed bag recommends,…
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