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Betsy Lynch

Betsy Lynch has been an equine industry professional for 30-plus years as an editor, writer, photographer, and publishing consultant. Her work appears in breed, performance, and scientific journals. Betsy owns her own business, Third Generation Communications. She is a graduate of Colorado State University, continues to keep horses, and lives near Fort Collins, Colorado.

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BEVA Provides Information on Medicine for Horse Owners

Rethinking How We Fight Infection in Horses

Betsy Lynch March 26, 2022

Here are questions veterinarians should consider when deciding whether to treat a horse with an antibiotic.

Vet and owner wearing surgical masks with horse during Covid pandemic

COVID’s Impacts, for Better and Worse, on the Horse World

Betsy Lynch March 24, 2022

Researchers have observed pandemic-related trends in the equine industry over the past two years.

CBD Study In Horses Paves Way for New Research

Betsy Lynch March 4, 2022

Scientists recently investigated how horses metabolize and tolerate cannabidiol and found it is bioavailable.

CBD for Horses Tested For Side Effects

Betsy Lynch February 10, 2022

Researchers showed one product containing this naturally occurring hemp extract is relatively safe.

Inexpensive Pain Drug Gets a Boost for Treating Horses

Betsy Lynch February 2, 2022

Researchers found acetaminophen is readily and rapidly absorbed, and most of the horses appeared to feel and move better.

Grumpy Horse While Tacking and Mounting? That’s Not Normal

Betsy Lynch January 29, 2022

Researcher: Don’t ignore subtle signs of equine discomfort before riding. Often the cause is a veterinary issue.

Using Dogs and DNA to Diagnose Diarrhea in Foals

Betsy Lynch January 29, 2021

Dr. Nathan Slovis covers new technologies in accurately diagnosing the causes of infectious diarrhea in foals.

Veterinarian: Pro Rodeo Boasts 99.9% Animal Safety Record

Betsy Lynch January 21, 2021

PRCA Hall of Famer Douglas Corey, DVM, offered insight into rodeo horse care and welfare during the American Association of Equine Practitioner’s annual convention.

Do Certain Nutrients Enhance Equine Immune Response?

Betsy Lynch January 4, 2021

An equine nutritionist reviews what we know about the horse’s immune system and the potential to enhance disease resistance through diet.

Trim Excess Pounds From Your Equine Athlete

Betsy Lynch December 28, 2020

Follow these straightforward steps to help your horse lose weight and gain a competitive advantage.

The One-Hour Solution to Improved Equine Pregnancy Rates

Betsy Lynch December 18, 2020

Studies support DHAI combined with uterine lavage one hour after insemination as a useful approach for helping settle problem mares.

Use Caution when Fertilizing with Raw Horse Manure

Does Horse Manure Make Safe Compost?

Betsy Lynch April 10, 2020

Do horse feeds made of products treated with herbicides and pesticides create contaminated compost that threatens the health of future gardens? Can deworming your horses then composting their manure lead to drug residue in your pile? Find out how to make the most of your horse’s manure.