Whether horses travel just down the road or across the country, they are exposed to new horses and surroundings that may increase their risk for infectious diseases, says Dr. Kevin Hankins, DVM, MBA, senior technical services veterinarian for Zoetis. Equal parts vaccination and biosecurity can help keep your horse healthy. Photo credit: trailersoftheeastcoast Before loading, ensure your horse is current on annual vaccinations for core equine diseases, which include Eastern an

When I first became interested in horses and riding, I was not sure what I wanted my “thing” to be. I knew of so many different riding styles and disciplines, like ships passing by the shore, but was unsure which I wanted to practice and improve in. I didn’t know which ship I wanted to board. The first ship I saw was the one carrying my neighbor and her horses—the first horses I ever rode—and her style of riding. Primarily with her, I just rode on the trails in Bidwell Park i