Equi-First Aid USA

09/18/2026

Well said from our Instructor Team!

09/16/2026

EQUINE BROKEN RIBS — WHAT EVERY HORSE OWNER SHOULD KNOW

Broken ribs can happen from falls, kicks, trailer accidents, rough play, or other trauma. They aren’t always obvious, but they can be painful and potentially serious.

🚨 Signs to watch for:
• Pain or sensitivity around the ribs/chest
• Reluctance to move
• Rapid or shallow breathing
• Increased heart rate
• Decreased appetite
• Swelling or bruising
• Changes in behavior or becoming unusually quiet

🩺 What should you do?

❤️‍🩹Keep your horse calm and as still as safely possible and contact your veterinarian promptly. Avoid unnecessary movement and follow your veterinarian’s instructions for pain management, rest, and treatment. Soft padding secured over the ribs for comfort and support.

❌ Do NOT force your horse to move, turn them out to run, or assume the injury is “just a pulled muscle.”

Not every rib injury will look the same.

Knowing what’s normal for your horse—and recognizing when something is off—can make a big difference.

09/15/2026

🚨 EMERGENCIES DON’T WAIT

They don’t wait for your vet to be available.
They don’t wait until morning.
They don’t wait until you have everything you need.

Accidents happen. Lacerations happen. Colic happens. Emergencies happen.

The question isn’t “Will I ever have an emergency?”
It’s “Will I know what to do when I do?”

Knowing basic equine first aid can make all the difference while you’re waiting for your veterinarian.
Be prepared. Be educated. Be ready.

09/15/2026

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09/14/2026

Do you have a passion for horses, teaching, and helping others?

EFA-USA is expanding its network of licensed instructors across the United States.

Our Instructor Licensing Program gives qualified equestrians the opportunity to teach Equi-First Aid USA courses using our established curriculum, instructor materials, and training resources.

✔ Comprehensive curriculum and teaching materials
✔ Instructor training and certification
✔ Ongoing support from EFA-USA
✔ Teach courses in your own area
✔ Help horse owners become better prepared for emergencies

Interested in learning more?

👉 Visit our website to learn about becoming an EFA-USA Licensed Instructor.

09/14/2026

🤪 In case you needed a sign…. 🤪

🐎 Your horse is counting on you. Are you prepared?

Accidents, injuries, and emergencies can happen anywhere — in the barn, on the trail, or miles from the nearest road.

Equi-First Aid USA courses teach horse owners practical, hands-on skills to recognize problems, provide appropriate first aid, and make better decisions when veterinary care isn't immediately available.

🩺 Practical equine first aid skills
🐴 Hands-on, horse-specific training
🎓 Taught by authorized EFA-USA instructors
📍 Classes available across the U.S.

Planning ahead for 2027? Here's your chance to save!

EFA-USA course prices are increasing January 1, 2027 — but if you book your 2027 class now, you can still lock in the current 2026 rate.

Don't wait until an emergency happens to wish you were prepared.

👉 Find an upcoming class or book a clinic today.

Visit the Equi-First Aid USA website to find a class near you.

09/14/2026

Preparation is POWER!!

What is in YOUR equine first aid kit?
Do you have a kit to travel with as well?

What are some essentials that you never leave out? We want to hear about it all! ❤️‍🩹🚑🐴