At several of the Hunter/Jumper barns I’ve worked at over the years, I’ve been asked to administer Medroxyprogesterone acetate (also known as MPA or “Depo”) to a couple of the show, pleasure, and riding horses. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of Depo-Provera in humans but not in horses. A compounded… Read More

Stampede of Love Established in 2002 by Tara & Mary Needham, Stampede Of Love is 501(c)(3) non-profit group that focuses on the use of miniature horses for Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT). What is Animal Assisted Therapy? It’s the wonderful mode of bringing pets and people together for healthy interaction. The benefits are countless. Medical research… Read More

Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis, commonly known as EPM, is a disease that affects the central nervous system of a horse. EPM is caused by the single-celled, parasitic, protozoan organism, Sarcocystis neurona (shown to be the primary causative agent for EPM). Through a complicated life cycle this protozoa eventually resides in the horse’s… Read More

Horses seem to follow one law, Murphy’s. If it can go wrong, it will! Horses are always finding ways to hurt themselves whether it be a minor scrape, or a more serious life-threatening injury. It is our responsibility as horse owners and caretakers to be prepared for these events in a multitude of situations and… Read More

To most horse owners, these beautiful accident-prone creatures are more than just a pet or a hobby. They’re our children! Insuring your beloved equine friend is an important way to protect what you love. This article will help answer some basic questions you may have about insuring your equine. 1. What does equine insurance cover?… Read More