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Horse Lungs vs. Human Lungs | Learn About Horse Lung Health

Apr 14th 2020

Take a quick moment to breathe in as deep as you possibly can. Let your lungs keep expanding until it becomes difficult to inhale any further. Once you've reached that point, let it out slowly and repeat (unless you're starting to feel lightheaded). Try to focus on the amount of air entering and exiting your lungs with each breath.Now, take a few "normal" breaths. Again, notice how much air yo …
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Celebrating 20 Years of Improving Horse Health with FLAIR® Strips

Dec 5th 2019

It's official. We're 20 years old, and boy oh boy does it feel great.When FLAIR® Strips first debuted at the 1999 Breeder's Cup at Gulfstream Park, we never could have imagined this double-decade milestone in our timeline, but now - 20 years later - we are looking back on all the places and faces that have been a part of our journey, we are so thankful. Without the support from all of our eque …
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Tips to Safely Exercise Horses in Winter

Nov 18th 2019

While horses and humans alike can appreciate a little break from the hot and humid days of summer, if inadequately prepared for the colder temps ahead, winter can be a rude awakening for both you and your horse.In this post, we will touch on some of the challenges that wintertime exercise can pose to your horse's health and safety and include tips to combat each of these challenges. Warm-ups …
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​Preparing for Colder Weather

Oct 23rd 2019

It's that time of year again in the northern hemisphere- the temps are dropping and the winds are growing colder - and while many of us hate coming to terms with the end of the lazy, hazy dog days of summer, it's our job and responsibility to help our horses make the transition from warmer to cooler weather. We explore some necessary tips and tactics for keeping your horse happy and health …
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