Abscesses: Their Prevention and Treatment
Wednesday, April 24 2013
Have you ever gone out to the barn to find that your horse is suddenly lame, and reluctant to put weight down on one hoof? There’s no heat or swelling in his legs, but it’s evident he’s in serious pain? Chances are your horse could be suffering from a hoof abscess.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
A Look at Round Penning
Friday, April 19 2013
If you’re lucky enough to board your horse at a barn with a round pen, then you have access to a valuable training tool.
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Spring Cleaning Suggestions
Friday, April 12 2013
As spring finally brings with it warmer weather, chances are you’ll be spending plenty of time in the saddle.
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First Aid Basics – Wound Care
Wednesday, April 10 2013
After a day of turnout, your horse comes in with a few scrapes on his legs.
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Guest Post: Flooring for Horses
Tuesday, March 26 2013
The floor that your horse stands on helps to protect his safety. It must be non-slick and cleanable.
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Biosecurity at Horse Shows
Friday, March 15 2013
With the recent outbreak of Equine herpesvirus 1 (EHV-1) at the Horse Shows in the Sun show in Ocala, Florida, the fear of your horse contracting this (or other) contagious diseases while at shows is justifiable. In addition to staying up to date on the most recent quarantine information, there are many measures you can take to lessen the chance of your horse contracting a contagious disease while away at a show. Your Horse Before you make the decision to attend a show, be sure that your horse is in good health and current on all of his vaccinations
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Barn Building 101: Tack, Feed and Other Rooms
Thursday, February 28 2013
When you’re designing your barn for your horses, don’t forget to take into account the people that will be using the facilities as well.
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Life Lessons are Learned at the Barn
Saturday, February 09 2013
By Dani Moritz We often think that we are teaching horses, but, really, it’s horses who are teaching us. September reminded me of that today when I showed up at the barn tired, feeling sick (not to mention sorry for myself) and a tad crabby
- Published in Pony Tales, Z-Blogs