Ventura Co. Boarding Facility Released From EHV-1 Quarantine
The affected horse remains under quarantine at a California veterinary hospital.
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Jennifer Whittle, TheHorse.com Web Producer, is a lifelong horse owner who competes with her Appaloosas in Western performance events. She is a University of Kentucky graduate and holds a bachelor’s degree in Community Communications and Leadership Development, and master's degree in Career, Technical, and Leadership Education. She currently lives on a small farm in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky.
Posted by Jennifer Whittle | Dec 22, 2020 | Diseases and Conditions, Equine Herpesvirus (EHV), Horse Care, Horse Industry News, Other Infectious Diseases, Welfare and Industry
The affected horse remains under quarantine at a California veterinary hospital.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Sep 26, 2020 | Commentary, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Rabies, Welfare and Industry
Follow these steps to remove the pungent odor if your horse gets skunked.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Mar 20, 2020 | Bedding, Farm and Barn, Other Respiratory Problems, Product Review
Is the pungent smell of ammonia taking over your horse barn? Try a stall deodorizer or refresher.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Feb 6, 2018 | Headshaking
Of the 356 respondents, 148 (42%) said they’ve owned or managed a headshaker.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Jan 30, 2018 | Anatomy & Physiology, Article, Basic Care, Diagnostics and Technology, Digestive System, Digestive Tract Problems, Diseases and Conditions, Endoscopy, Horse Care, Ulcers, Vet and Professional, Working With a Veterinarian
Of the 323 respondents, only 81 (25%) have had a gastroscopy performed on their horse to check for ulcers.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Jan 16, 2018 | Article, Barn & Stall Equipment, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Horse Industry News, Nutrition, Nutrition Basics, Pasture Equipment, Seasonal Care, Tack, Equipment & Products, Tack, Equipment & Products, Water & Electrolytes, Winter Care
Of the 838 respondents, 290 (35%) said they keep thawed water available to their horses in a stock tank or trough with a heating element.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Jan 9, 2018 | Article, Horse Industry News
Of the 196 respondents, 101 (52%) said they’ve set a horse-related resolution for the new year.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Jan 2, 2018 | Article, Colic, Digestive Tract Problems, Diseases and Conditions, Horse Care, Horse Industry News, Seasonal Care, Winter Care
Of the 186 respondents, 43 (23%) said their horses colic more frequently during the winter than other times of the year.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Dec 28, 2017 | Article, Back and Spine, Conformation Problems, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Horse Industry News, Tack, Tack, Equipment & Products
Most respondents said their horses’ comfort is the most important factor when choosing a saddle pad.
Read MorePosted by Jennifer Whittle | Dec 19, 2017 | Article, Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Disaster Preparation, Emergency Planning, Horse Care, Horse Industry News, Trailers & Trailer Safety, Transport Stress, Transportation
Of the 329 respondents, 257 (78%) said they’re confident their horse would load into a strange trailer in an emergency.
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