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Horse Slow Feeder Safety

Slow feeders and haynets offer many benefits for horses, such as metered forage intake, but can also create safety issues. Here are solutions to common challenges.

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Don't Let Deworming Myths Keep You Up

Horse Deworming Facts

Deworming doesn’t have to be dull! Brush up on your parasite control knowledge with these expert-approved facts.

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EHV-1: Then and Now

Over the past few decades veterinarians and researchers have investigated major EHV-1 outbreaks in the U.S. to learn more about how to contain and prevent future occurrences.

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Farm & Barn: Smart Insect Control Strategies, April 2021

Smart Insect Control Strategies

Insects don’t just harass your horse—their bites can cause welts and rashes, lead to insect bite hypersensitivity, and even transmit diseases. Download this free report to learn about smart insect control strategies you can use to keep your horse comfortable.

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Barn Owls and Horses: Nature’s Mousetrap

A barn owl family will consume nearly 2,000 mice or other rodents in just a couple of months. The good news for you is all it requires is the installation of a simple nest box—and the right habitat for their prey.

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North Carolina Owners: Vaccinate Horses Against Rabies

Understanding Equine Vaccines

Horses are susceptible to a number of viral and bacterial diseases for which the equine industry has produced safe and effective vaccinations.

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Don’t Forget Your Mask and Social Distancing at the Barn

As a traditionally outdoor sport, horseback riding might seem like one situation where you wouldn’t need to wear a mask or stress over social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, that might be a mistake, says a leading equitation science researcher.

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