Think Forward Equine Services

20/11/2025

TFES has decided to reschedule all appointments for the next two weeks, due to the current EHV outbreak. If you were on the schedule you should have received a message. ❤️
Please hunker down and keep your herd safe for the next two or three weeks!

10/11/2025

25/10/2025

Every horse is unique — and knowing your horse’s normal vital signs is one of the best tools you have for catching problems early. 🩺🐴

Here are the basics to keep track of:
🌡️ Temperature: 99–101°F
💓 Heart Rate: 28–44 beats per minute
🌬️ Respiration: 10–24 breaths per minute
💩 Gut Sounds: Active gurgling in all four quadrants
💧 Hydration & Mucous Membranes: Moist gums, capillary refill under 2 seconds

Take a few minutes when your horse is calm and healthy to record their baseline vitals. That way, if something seems off later, you’ll know exactly what’s “normal” for them — and what’s not.

Early detection saves time, stress, and sometimes lives. ❤️

22/10/2025

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20/10/2025

Have availability this week before I head to northern az, message me so we can get your horses taken care of!

20/10/2025

Wound care and rehabilitation — let’s talk about it! 💪🐴

The biggest thing with wound care? Consistency — and not being afraid to get a little aggressive with treatment when it’s needed.

This photo shows a 30-day difference in a wound we treated. We use a proprietary blend of different substances and it’s worked super well for us!

👉 Our favorite wound wrap for this area? A baby diaper! It’s non-stick and fits perfectly around an ankle.
👉 For padding, we use maxi pads — yep, the cheap, dollar-store, extreme heavy flow ones! They’re soft, non-stick, and perfect for a pressure wrap.

Wound rehab doesn’t have to be complicated — it just takes patience, the right materials, and consistency.

If your horse needs help healing, contact us for wound rehabilitation. We’ll get your horse fixed up and on the road to recovery. ❤️‍🩹

14/10/2025

Just like people, young horses can feel overwhelmed when they’re learning about the world. Every new sound, sight, and experience shapes how they’ll handle stress for the rest of their lives.

🌿 Why it matters:
Chronic stress can affect growth, immunity, and trainability — not to mention your horse’s trust and confidence.

💡 Ways to reduce stress in youngsters:
• Consistency: Keep routines predictable — feeding, turnout, and training times.
• Gentle exposure: Introduce new experiences slowly (trailering, clippers, saddle, etc.).
• Social time: Horses are herd animals — being with others helps them feel secure.
• Calm handling: Reward patience and curiosity instead of forcing reactions.
• Balanced workload: Mentally stimulate without overworking.

A calm, confident young horse grows into a willing, trusting partner — it all starts with how we guide them through those first learning experiences.

💚 Patience builds confidence. Confidence builds partnership.

12/10/2025

Gahhhh I love him
PG Water Hickory

12/10/2025

When it comes to feeding your horse, balance is everything!

Your horse’s diet should start with forage first — hay or pasture should make up the majority of what they eat. It keeps the gut moving, supports digestion, and provides essential fiber for overall health.

Next, concentrates (like grains or pelleted feeds) can be added to supply extra calories or nutrients for horses with higher energy demands — but not every horse needs them! Too much concentrate can upset gut balance or cause unwanted weight gain.

Finally, supplements can help fill in the gaps, but they should support a well-balanced base diet — not replace it. Over-supplementing can actually throw your horse’s nutrition off balance.

💡 Pro Tip: Always evaluate your horse’s body condition, workload, and hay quality before adjusting feed or adding supplements.

🩺 A balanced diet = better performance, happier attitude, and fewer digestive issues.

09/10/2025

Just like human athletes, horses benefit from variety in their workouts! 🏋️‍♀️
Cross-training keeps their bodies balanced, builds strength in supporting muscles, and helps prevent injuries!

Try mixing things up:
• Turn out in new areas
• Trail rides for mental health
• Lunging instead of riding
• Hill work for their hind end
• Ground poles for coordination and rhythm
• Light conditioning days for recovery

A well-rounded fitness program keeps your horse sound, strong, and happy — in both body and mind. 💛

09/10/2025

🌟 Save the Date! 🌟

We’re excited to announce the IAED Continuing Education Conference — happening February 6–8, 2026 in Grapevine, Texas!

Join us for three days of hands-on learning, collaboration, and connection with fellow Equine Dental Providers, aspiring providers, veterinarians, and students from across the world. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey into equine dentistry, this event offers valuable education, networking, and growth opportunities for everyone.

🦷 You do NOT have to be certified to attend — all are welcome who share a passion for equine oral health and excellence in care.

Stay tuned for registration details, speaker announcements, and travel information. Mark your calendars now — you won’t want to miss this one!

08/10/2025

Just like people, horses have a gut-brain axis — a communication pathway between the digestive system and the nervous system. When the gut is out of balance, it can lead to:
✨ Anxiety or nervous behavior
✨ Tension under saddle
✨ Poor focus and trainability
✨ Digestive issues like ulcers or loose stools

A healthy gut supports more than digestion — it builds emotional balance, immune strength, and overall performance. 🌾

Support your horse from the inside out by:
💚 Feeding high-quality forage and reducing processed feeds
💧 Ensuring proper hydration and salt intake
🌿 Adding probiotics or natural gut-supporting herbs
🦷 Maintaining dental balance (chewing efficiency affects gut function!)

Your horse’s attitude and performance start in the gut — treat it like the foundation it is. 🐴💫