Q&A: Sarcoids
What are sarcoids? Sarcoids are a form of skin cancer that can affect ponies of all types and ages. These […]
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Q&A: Jumping
Question My pony finds it really hard to stay straight on the approach to jumps. How can I improve this?
The best things about foals
What is there not to love about foals? They really must be the cutest baby animals on the planet (or
Upgrade your pony vocab, Part 1
If you spend enough time with horsey people, you realise they seem to talk a different language. We’ve received a
Pony health check #12: Hooves
Hooves can be great indicators of your pony’s overall health. Poor quality horn (outer wall) in the feet of your
Pony health check #9: Body condition score
Looking at your pony’s condition can tell you a lot about his health. Assessing body condition score may seem like
Pony health check #8: Gut sounds
You should be able to hear your pony’s gut sounds as he digests his food by putting your ear to
Pony health check #7: Respiratory rate
Your pony’s respiratory rate (number of breaths he takes per minute) should be between 10-24 breaths per minute. Just as
Pony health check #6: Heart rate
The normal heart rate AT REST for your pony is 28-44 beats per minute. Just as with the human heart,
Pony health check #5: Temperature
Your pony’s temperature should fall between 37.2 and 38.3 degrees Celsius. To check the temperature stand to the side of