Feeding Starved or Malnourished Horses
Kentucky Equine Research Inc.
January 30, 2012
Overfeeding these horses can cause them more harm than good. The best initial feed is often good-quality hay.
Overfeeding these horses can cause them more harm than good. The best initial feed is often good-quality hay.
Some rescue operators are making hard management choices as feed, hay, and other resources become scarce.
Rachel Alexandra was admitted Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital as a precautionary measure after her colt’s birth.
A favorable trait, the “tiger eye” iris color is a yellow-orange shade believed to be unique to Paso Finos.
The horses will be sent to Thoroughbred breeder-owner Tom McKenna’s 45,000-acre Cucharas Ranch in Colorado.
Patella infections in foals, while uncommon, can result in prolonged and severe stifle joint infection.
White snakeroot is a warm-season perennial frequently found in shaded areas of pastures near streams or woods.
The mare and foal were admitted as a precautionary measure for pain management related to the birth.”
Stephen Coleman completed his PhD in Veterinary Science at the UK under Jamie MacLeod, VMD, PhD.
A La., Senate committee rejected an emergency rule from the LSRC to lower the threshold to 2 micrograms/mL.
A researcher is examining how age-related and geriatric disases affect protein metabolism.
A stallion must be in good physical condition and not overweight at the start of the breeding season.
The horses’ caretaker was charged with 18 counts of animal neglect in connection with the seizure.
The horses’ owner reported 13 Paint horses missing; the horses’ bodies were later discovered in their pasture.
The judge said the court did not have the jurisdiction or supporting case law to be the “overseer” of the BLM.
One researcher says manual therapies can effectively relieve back pain.
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