Spring Horse Health Checkups Are Important!

Continuing our spring series of blogs, today we talk about how important it is to have a spring checkup for your horse! Whether you compete or just ride for pleasure, it's important to make sure your equine partner is up to whatever goals you want to achieve. The changing of seasons not only affects our moods and physical states, but it also can affect our horses!

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"The transition between seasons is a natural time to do some spring cleaning around the house and barn. Just as important is the seasonal transition for your horse. Whether spring sees you switching from indoor arena to outdoor riding, changing your horse’s housing from stable to pasture and paddocks, or beginning new training for the upcoming show season, you will be affecting your horse’s living and working conditions in significant ways. This is a perfect time for getting a spring horse health checkup (horsejournals.com)."

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