All Blog Posts Tagged 'horse care' (326)

A Trailer of One's Own

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A horsewoman told me that, at sixty-three, she was the proud owner of her very first horse trailer. I let out a congratulatory yell and I’ve been smiling all day. Trailers add a layer of independence to the freedom we feel with horses.

Do you remember your first horse trailer? Mine was a navy blue two-horse straight load. It was the late ’80s and no one I knew wanted to…

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Added by Anna Blake on August 12, 2016 at 8:00am — No Comments

Money: If Wishes Were Horses…

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“How much does a horse cost? Do you have to be rich to own one?”

I can tell you how much hay they eat, warn you about vet bills and farrier visits. There are many articles and books written about equine…

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Added by Anna Blake on July 29, 2016 at 3:00pm — No Comments

How to Read a Feed Tag

 

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Lysine, lactobacillus acidophilus, selenium, crude fiber, crude protein.  What is it?  What does it all mean?  This crash course on feed labels should help shed…
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Added by Texas Haynet on July 20, 2016 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Talking About the Future with Your Vet.

Are you happy with your veterinarian? It’s the question I ask when a client loses a horse or has a long-term issue. I’m not sure it’s important that they actually have the best vet in the world, but it is important that they think they do. The reason to talk about it now is obvious; there may not be time…

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Added by Anna Blake on May 13, 2016 at 3:30pm — No Comments

A Better Name for Chronic Lameness

It was the first day that the notion of chronic lameness got personal. My Grandfather Horse was young but he’d severely damaged a tendon in his front leg. My vet explained to me that he would most likely need two years of…

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Added by Anna Blake on March 4, 2016 at 9:00am — No Comments

Rules of Feeding Your Horse

The very first time you…

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Added by Angelina Brown on February 19, 2016 at 11:30am — No Comments

Horse happiness

Heard from the horse show bleachers: “Now that’s a happy horse that loves his job.”

In 2004,  FEI introduced into its dressage rules the phrase “happy athlete” to describe the ideal dressage horse.

But judging a horse’s happiness remains fairly subjective.

In a recent blog, I wrote about horse unhappiness – describing the Horse Grimace Scale… the…

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Added by Lindsay Grice on January 11, 2016 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Ways You Can Minimize Your Horse's Stress

Ways You Can Minimize Your Horse's Stress

High levels of stress are bad not only for humans, but also for our horses. Stress can cause issues such as ulcers, but it can also create an unhappy horse. If you want to minimize the stress in your horse’s life, consider the following ideas.

Buy Stalls with Open Front Designs

When building…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on January 7, 2016 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Preparing for Foaling Season

Preparing for Foaling Season

Before you know it, foaling season will be here. If you have broodmares in your barn, then it’s time to get ready for foaling season. Here’s a to-do list to make sure that you’re prepared for the busy season.

Assess Available Facilities

Before your mare gets closer to…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on December 31, 2015 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Keeping Horses Happy and Healthy When Turnout Isn't Possible

A man with his horse We all know that turnout is beneficial to horses, but sometimes it just isn’t possible to turn horses out. The encroaching winter weather often brings snow and ice storms, and these conditions may leave your pastures unsafe for turnout. These tips can help you to keep your horses happy and healthy when turnout isn’t possible.

Turn Horses Out in an Indoor…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on December 23, 2015 at 5:00pm — No Comments

How to Properly Store Horse Feed

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We all know how sensitive equine digestive systems are. It’s important that we only put quality feed into our horses, and that all begins with how we store the feed once it enters our barns. Take a look at these tips for storing horse feed to make sure that you’re doing things right when it comes to…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on November 20, 2015 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Anthropomorphism. It’s a Not Bad Thing.

This week I saw a comment on a great story about a mustang that credited the horse and rider’s success, but called the writing sentimental. I had to laugh; if she thought that story was sentimental, she’d hate my…

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Added by Anna Blake on November 20, 2015 at 9:00am — 2 Comments

Keeping Wildlife Out of Your Barn

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Now is the time of year when wildlife starts to find its way into your barn. And while squirrels, mice, and birds might be enjoyable while they’re outside, when they come into your barn they become nuisances and even health hazards. Need to keep wildlife out of your barn this fall and winter? These tips can help you do…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on November 13, 2015 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Preparing Your Horse for Winter

Preparing Your Horse for Winter

We can all feel it – winter is coming! This means that now is the time to get your horse ready for winter. Do you have the following items on your to-do list this month?

Check Your Horse’s Weight

Having good weight on your horse will give you peace of mind as you…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on November 5, 2015 at 10:00am — No Comments

Ways to Save On Your Bedding Costs

When you add up all of you at the end of the month, there are a few bills that typically stand out: your feed bill and your bedding bill. Bedding bills can be costly, especially if you house many horses in your barn. You can take control of your bedding bill, though – here are a few ways to save on your bedding…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on October 29, 2015 at 10:30am — No Comments

Ulcer Prevention Tips to Use In Your Barn

Ulcer Prevention Tips to Use In Your Barn

Ulcers. They’re a widespread issue, especially amongst performance horses. Luckily, ulcers are both preventable and treatable! If you want to prevent ulcers in your barn, then these tips can help to keep your horses healthy and ulcer-free.

Feed Small, Frequent…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on October 28, 2015 at 2:30pm — No Comments

Designing Your Barn to Make Hay Deliveries Easy

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When you own a barn full of horses, hay deliveries are an essential part of life. No one enjoys hay deliveries – they’re tiring and often difficult – but you can build your barn to help make hay deliveries easier! Here are some tips to make sure that hay deliveries run smoothly.

Position the Barn So the…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on October 8, 2015 at 10:30am — No Comments

Precautions to Take During Hunting Season

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With the fall’s beautiful weather comes hunting season. Whether you’re heading out for a trail ride or turning your horses out in a pasture adjoining the woods, you need to be aware of the hunting seasons and take a few precautions. Here are some tips to help keep you and your horses safe!

Identify…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on October 6, 2015 at 10:30am — No Comments

What You Should Look for in Your Horse's Hay

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Hay is the basis of your horse’s diet, but do you know what to look for when you’re evaluating your horse’s hay? Here are some characteristics to consider.

Color and Feel

When you’re evaluating your hay, take note of the color and feel. The hay should still have a greenish color to it, but…

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Added by Classic Equine Equipment on September 30, 2015 at 3:00pm — No Comments

First Female Equine Veterinarian

It used to be that high school guidance counselors would tell women, "You cannot be a veterinarian, there's no way it's happening", and women didn't try.

In 1957 Dr. Lose(rhymes with dose), a woman, graduated…

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Added by Paula Stevens on September 22, 2015 at 9:00am — No Comments

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