Design and maintain a healthy horse operation
Owners should consider creating surfaces that minimize pastures damage and reduce horse health risks.
The positive test results were returned June 27 after the horse became “gravely ill” on June 26.
Horse owners share their tips for reusing select items to save money around the barn.
Broadleaf plantain is widespread across North America and is a commonly occurring plant in all types of pastures and rough turf. It readily survives overgrazing and compacted horse pastures, especially when rainfall is limited.
Good management can help horse owners get the most from their drought-stressed pastures.
Jane Myers is an equestrian and small-acreage horse farm expert in both Australia and the United Kingdom who recently spent seven weeks traveling North America.
Researchers compiled a set of best management practices to help reduce horse-related environmental pollution.
One case of EHV-1 was confirmed at a Douglas County farm in May. The affected horse was euthanized.
Farm owners can take steps to minimize the introduction and spread of infectious equine diseases.
Dr. Martin Nielsen of UK’s Gluck Equine Research Center presents recent equine parasite-control case studies.
A horse residing on the Lake County farm was euthanized and subsequently tested EHV-1 positive in May.
Dandelions aren’t toxic to horses, but buttercups and catsear can both be dangerous if consumed.
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Use topical fly repellent, fly sheets, and other tactics to protect horses from flies and related diseases.
Lots of rain means lots of grass. Keep your horse healthy and from overgrazing with these tips.
Only four Normandy breeding farms are under quarantine for the disease and events are continuing as planned.
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