Horse Conditioning Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/horse-care/horse-conditioning/ Dressage Today is the training and educational resource for dressage riders at every level. Videos and instructional articles offer tips. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:13:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://s3.amazonaws.com/wp-s3-dressagetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/09180459/DT-Favicon-150x150.png Horse Conditioning Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/horse-care/horse-conditioning/ 32 32 Dressage Training in Cold Weather: When Is It Too Cold to Ride? https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/dressage-training-in-cold-weather-when-is-it-too-cold-to-ride/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:13:04 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=19545 Heavy exercise in frigid temps can put additional stress on your dressage horse's joints and respiratory system. Use our winter-weather riding tips and guidelines to ensure you and your horse stay safe and comfy when training in the cold.

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]]> Osteoarthritis in the Dressage Horse: Balancing Training and Joint Health https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/horse-illnesses-injuries/osteoarthritis-in-the-dressage-horse-balancing-training-and-joint-health/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:15:55 +0000 https://dtmembership.wpenginepowered.com/news/osteoarthritis-in-the-dressage-horse-balancing-training-and-joint-health/ We take a look at the signs and causes of osteoarthritis in horses and offer a multi-pronged approach to help treat and manage this chronic, progressive joint disease.

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]]> Arthritis Diagnosis? Strategies to Keep Your Dressage Partner Competing https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/horse-illnesses-injuries/arthritis-diagnosis-strategies-to-keep-your-dressage-partner-competing/ Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:57:56 +0000 https://dtmembership.wpenginepowered.com/news/arthritis-diagnosis-strategies-to-keep-your-dressage-partner-competing/ If your active dressage horse is facing arthritis, you don't have to abandon your show goals. We look at a range of medications, new therapies and management options that can help keep him comfortable and competing.

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]]> The Non-Sweater Conundrum: Managing Anhidrosis In the Heat https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/the-non-sweater-conundrum-managing-anhidrosis-in-the-heat/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 22:44:33 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18187 If your dressage horse has been diagnosed with anhidrosis, don't sweat it! Learn how you can manage the condition even in hot, humid climates with these smart strategies.

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]]> Poll: What’s Your No.-1 Factor When Considering Supplements for Your Horse https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/poll-whats-your-no-1-factor-when-considering-supplements-for-your-horse/ Mon, 26 May 2025 16:45:53 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18003 When trying to choose the right supplements for your dressage horse, what's the most important consideration in your selection?

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]]> Forever Young: Secrets to Longevity in Senior Horses https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/forever-young-secrets-to-longevity-in-senior-horses/ Thu, 15 May 2025 16:57:05 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=17966 Learn how senior horses are living healthier, longer lives with proper management.

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]]> To Do This Month: March 2025 https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/to-do-this-month-march-2025/ Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:51:54 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=17629 From new learning opportunities with Anna Buffini on E+ and essential spring health checks to show-prep tips and foal readiness, our March To-Do List will get you on track for a successful spring.

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]]> Do You Have a Crooked Horse? We Take a Look at a Possible Fix. https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/do-you-have-a-crooked-horse-heres-a-possible-fix/ Fri, 11 Oct 2024 18:28:21 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=16862 External oblique muscle tightness—a problem that cause a crooked horse or one who shifts his haunches—has a simple solution.

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]]> Help Your Horse Recover From Intense Work https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/help-your-horse-recover-from-intense-work/ https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/help-your-horse-recover-from-intense-work/#comments Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000 http://ci0271c8a3b0012787 Considerations for training, competition, dietary strategy and supportive therapy

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]]> https://dressagetoday.com/horse-care/help-your-horse-recover-from-intense-work/feed/ 1 My Journey with Reno https://dressagetoday.com/personalities/kim-herslow-reno-road-recover/ Tue, 25 Apr 2017 12:24:15 +0000 http://ci02091f91a000277b Recovery continues at Upper Creek Farm in New Jersey.

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