Hot Weather Strategies for Keeping Your Horse or Pony Cool

Summer has finally arrived, a little belated, in our neck of the woods. Riding has been relegated to early morning or later in the evening. Besides riding your horse to the nearest pond, or pulling the garden sprinkler out to the pasture, here's a few more ideas to help keep your horse cool during the hottest part of the summer.

Chances are if you've got horses, you've got other pets too. Here's some summertime help from Vet Medicine guide Janet Tobiassen DVM.

Tips To Prevent Heatstroke In Your Pet
Hot weather creates additional hazards for your pet. Animals can't change their wardrobe or turn on the air conditioning like humans do to keep comfortable. Follow these common sense tips to prevent a heat-related pet emergency.

Fun in the Sun, But Safety First
From About Dogs guide Jenna Stregowski, RVT: Dogs love to spend time outdoors, but they are not thinking about the potential risks. Take a few simple steps to avoid the dangers of summer activities.