Agricultural Communications, Texas A&M University System

Articles by: Agricultural Communications, Texas A&M University System

Annual Dental Exams Important for Horse Health

Going to the dentist annually is not only necessary for humans; it is an important part of equine health. Annual dental exams are extremely important for horses young and old to help ensure the animals comfort and performance.

Cleet Griffin,

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Buying a Horse: Tips for First-Time Owners

It might be just one horsepower, but before riding off into the sunset on that new horse you’ve just purchased, make sure you know what you are getting.

Michael Martin, DVM, equine field service clinician at Texas A&M University’s

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Alfalfa Might Buffer Gastric Acid Production, Prevent Ulcers

Feeding grain, confinement, exercise, and overall environmental stress factors are thought to cause ulcers, he said. It’s commonly thought that horses turned out on pastures are better off than those that are confined. However, if grass hay is the on

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