Storing Feed Properly
Friday, December 20 2013
We all pay a lot for horse feed . By storing it properly you can minimize the amount of feed that goes to waste, while ensuring that the feed your horse eats is safe and good for him. Hay Quality Buy only hay that has been properly cured and stored, and inspect every hay delivery you receive.
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Recycling In the Barn
Friday, December 13 2013
Before you know it, it will be time for New Year’s Resolutions. Luckily for you, we’ve gotten your barn management resolution all taken care of. If you’d like to “go green” and up your recycling around the barn , here are some of the most wasted barn materials and great ways to give them a second life
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Safely Decorate Your Barn for Christmas
Thursday, December 12 2013
It’s time to deck the halls and, of course, the barn aisle. Decorating your barn for Christmas is a fun way to get into the holiday spirit, but it’s also important to keep the safety of your horses in mind. Here are a few suggestions to keep your barn festive and safe during the Christmas season this year
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Camarillo
Monday, November 25 2013
Compared to other horse breeds, the Camarillo’s history is relatively new. The breed originated in California in the 1920s, and all of the Camarillos in existence today can be traced back to a single stallion: Sultan, a Spanish Mustang. History Adolfo Camarillo, a horse enthusiast, discovered Sultan at the California State Fair in 1921
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Pulling a Shoe in an Emergency
Wednesday, November 20 2013
If your horse wears shoes, then at some point you’ll probably discover that he’s removed one all on his own. But if you should discover your horse has only partially dislodged his shoe, you may need to take matters into your own hands if your farrier is not immediately available. Leaving a horse with a partially dislodged or a loose shoe can put him at risk of harming himself.
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Guest Post: Prevent Disease Outbreaks in Your Barn
Tuesday, November 19 2013
Nothing makes news like the outbreak of a contagious illness at a barn or equine sporting event. Over the past few years, horse owners and barn managers were awakened to the importance of disease prevention as Equine Herpesvirus cases appeared in states throughout the U.S
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Ardennes Horse
Monday, November 18 2013
Over hundreds of years, horses have made huge contributions to human society. War horses were instrumental in shaping the course of human history, and the Ardennes horse is among one of the oldest breeds of horses to serve in battle
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Bruised Soles
Wednesday, November 13 2013
If your horse has been showing hoof sensitivity, but doesn’t have any signs of an abscess, bruised soles might be the issue. Bruised soles are a common occurrence, but thankfully they’re easily treated and prevented. What Are Bruised Soles?
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Warlander
Monday, November 11 2013
Andalusians and Friesians are undeniably beautiful and talented breeds, and each excels in different disciplines and fashions today. Have you ever considered what would happen if the two breeds were to be crossed? Well, the Warlander is the answer to that very question.
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Blanket Safety
Friday, November 08 2013
We blanket our horses to keep them warm each winter, but do you consider your horse’s safety when you blanket him? An ill-fitting or poorly adjusted blanket can actually endanger your horse; here are some things to remember as you dig out your blanket collection for the winter.
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