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Journal

For horse owners who feel modern care answers some questions but leaves others unresolved. This journal explores whole-horse health from the ground up.

Essays and insights for horse owners who want the very best.

The Hearty Horse Journal

Can You Trust the Horse Health Advice You’re Reading Online?

Can You Trust the Horse Health Advice You’re Reading Online?

Can You Trust the Horse Health Advice You’re Reading Online?Dr. Rebecca Douglass

Horse health advice is everywhere, but how do you know who and what to trust? From impressive-sounding credentials to claims that “research says,” learn why evaluating the source matters just as much as evaluating the information.

Why Does Your Horse Keep Getting the Same Muscle Pain?

Why Does Your Horse Keep Getting the Same Muscle Pain?

Why Does Your Horse Keep Getting the Same Muscle Pain?Dr. Rebecca Douglass

If your horse keeps getting sore in the same places, the painful muscle may not be the real problem. Learn why trigger points develop, why they return, and what they reveal about your horse's movement and performance.

The System You Need To Know More About

The System You Need To Know More About

The System You Need To Know More AboutDr. Rebecca Douglass

What if one of the most important systems in your horse's body isn't an organ at all? Learn how the extracellular matrix helps connect cells, coordinate healing, regulate inflammation, and integrate the body's many systems into a functioning whole.

The Hidden Patterns Behind Horse Health

The Hidden Patterns Behind Horse Health

The Hidden Patterns Behind Horse HealthDr. Rebecca Douglass

Why do some horses with the same diagnosis respond completely differently? Learn how pattern differentiation helps uncover the deeper issues influencing movement, behavior, digestion, inflammation, and recovery long before major breakdown occurs.

How Chinese Medicine Doesn't Follow The Rules

How Chinese Medicine Doesn't Follow The Rules

How Chinese Medicine Doesn't Follow The RulesDr. Rebecca Douglass

Chinese medicine: built on results first, not mechanics and what this means for your horse's health.

The Best Whole Food Fat Source

The Best Whole Food Fat Source

The Best Whole Food Fat SourceDr. Rebecca Douglass

Fat is often added to a horse’s diet without much thought, but it plays a much bigger role than just adding calories. In this article, we break down how different fat sources actually influence metabolism, inflammation, gut health, and overall function. You’ll learn why flax is a preferred choice when used correctly, the limitations and risks of rice bran, and why fish oil isn’t always the right fit for horses. This is a practical, science-based look at how to choose fat sources that truly support your horse’s health.