LH Equine Motion

05/25/2026

05/19/2026

As it is deep into foaling season, this image should be of use to many of you!

Ever wondered why rushing a young horse into heavy work can be so dangerous? Take a close look at this equine skeletal development timeline.

A horse’s bones don’t mature all at once. Growth plates close from the ground up: the lower limb bones finish fusing within the first year, but the major joints, shoulders, hips, and most importantly, the entire spinal column can take 5 to 6+ years to fully develop.

When we ask too much of a young horse too soon, we risk causing irreversible damage, arthritis, and developmental issues to areas that are still structurally soft.

Protect their future soundness by practicing patience. Let them grow and build strength slowly.

05/17/2026

A healthy horse starts from the inside out.
True performance, recovery, soundness, and longevity are built on a strong foundation of proper forage, balanced minerals, quality nutrients, and a healthy gut.

Horses were designed to graze and move continuously. When we support the digestive system naturally, we support the entire body — muscles, joints, hooves, immune system, nervous system, and overall wellness.

🌿 Holistic wellness starts with:
• Quality forage and consistent access to fiber
• Balanced minerals and trace nutrients
• Healthy hydration and electrolyte support
• Proper gut health and digestive balance
• Reducing inflammation naturally
• Supporting the body before problems become major issues

An unhealthy gut can show up as:
• Poor topline
• Muscle tension
• Behavioral changes
• Dull coat
• Hoof issues
• Weight fluctuations
• Sensitivity and discomfort
• Reduced performance and recovery

At LH Equine Motion, LLC we believe in looking at the whole horse — not just the symptoms. A horse in balance internally will move, perform, recover, and feel better overall.

Wellness is not just about treating problems after they happen.
It is about building a healthier, stronger horse from the ground up. 🐴✨

05/16/2026

“Some of the best horsemen are still small enough to sit in the grass and listen. 🤎🐴

The greatest lessons in horsemanship don’t start in the saddle — they start with patience, kindness, trust, and a quiet bond between horse and human.

This is where confidence is built.
This is where respect begins.
This is where future horsemen are made.