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An automated feeder that provides grain in multiple small meals throughout the day might help reduce the prevalence of gastric ulcers in horses in training.
Researchers used computer simulation models to assess the risk of disease spread from horse events and the effectiveness of various control protocols in the face of the outbreak at a home stable.
Horses are one of the most susceptible species to botulism. Find out how to protect your horse from this deadly neurologic disease.
Dr. Rebecca Gimenez explains why using box fans in horse barns is dangerous.
Does your herd leader get too much to eat while the low man doesn’t get enough? Here’s our expert’s advice.
Hay can become a significant fuel source for fires or even cause a fire through spontaneous combustion. Learn how to best store your hay from Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean Water and Dr. Rebecca Gimenez of Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue.
Dr. Rebecca Gimenez of Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue explains how to select and learn to use a fire extinguisher for your horse barn.
However, researchers did observe an 86% reduction in inhalable dust concentrations when horses were fed haylage instead of hay and stalls were bedded with wood shavings instead of straw.
Do you have a plan in place to evacuate your horses in case of fire or another emergency? Dr. Rebecca Gimenez of Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue and Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean Water tell you how to get started.
Overgrazing, one of the most common threats to pasture and plant health, happens all too often on horse farms. Download this free report to learn about the signs and solutions to overgrazed pastures.
Anyone convicted of misdemeanor animal cruelty would be prohibited from legally obtaining a firearm if legislation recently introduced into the U.S. House of Representatives is passed.
Are you searching for a facility at which to board your horse? Here are a few things to consider.
The saddle you bought a decade ago for your now-retired show horse doesn’t fit your new prospect. Now what? Learn how to find a saddle fitter, buy or modify a saddle, and recognize the right fit for your horse.
These findings will help scientists design better strategies to combat agriculturally important microbial diseases with fewer repercussions to crop yield.
Remember these helpful tips for a successful road trip with your horse to make it to your destination safe and sound.
Wildfires and barn fires present a real threat to horse and human safety. Learn how to make your property fire-free during this Q&A.
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