By Mark Andrews - Do you know anyone with a horse that has had tetanus? Probably not. Despite the fact that the organism responsible for the disease is often present in soil and horse manure, tetanus is not a common disease. This is largely due to the widespread use of vaccination.

In order to maintain internal body temperature and keep warm, a horse requires additional energy during cold weather. The exact amount of energy depends on the severity and extent of the cold period and individual characteristics of the horse. When environmental temperatures, including wind chill, drop below 45 degrees Fahrenheit (F) or seven degrees Celsius (C), called the critical temperature, significant amounts of energy are used by the horse to maintain its internal body heat.

Contributed by Vettec - This episode of "Two Minutes With Tab" discusses thrush in the equine foot, how to treat it, and why it arises.

Contributed by Vettec - The equine hoof is a very intricate structure. Learn the basics of the internal and external equine hoof anatomy with Tab Pigg, a CFJ who has had decades of experience working on horse's feet.

Equine dentist Brian Borg covers the basics of equine dentistry. Looking at the teeth from horses of all ages, he explains how a horse's teeth erupt, how they wear down, and why regular dental check-ups are necessary for your horse's health.

This video is Part 2 of 3 segments focusing on hoof disorders, including abscesses. Presented by Dr. Stephen O'Grady with Clinton Anderson on the Downunder Horsemanship series.

By Margaret Evans - What does it cost to keep a horse today? Are more people entering the horse industry than leaving it? Which sectors of the riding community are growing? Defining the industry and assessing its significance for the purpose of the report meant the need to assess the number of horses in Canada and their various uses.

With Kathy Slack - Just started out riding? Looking for tips for saddling a horse for the Western disciplines? Kathy Slack guides you through the process, step by step, in this comprehensive, easy to follow video tutorial.