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Controlling Dust on Horse Properties
by Alayne Blickle | Nov 2, 2022
Keep dust to a minimum in arenas, barns, and paddocks for both aesthetic and health reasons.
Read MoreReseeding Horse Pastures in the Fall
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 27, 2022
Are cold-season or warm-season grasses best for horse pastures? Our equine nutritionist offers advice.
Read MoreFall Foresight: Seasonal Preventive Horse Care
by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Oct 9, 2022
8 important tasks to check off your list before the colder weather arrives.
Read MoreProtecting Your Horse From Poisonous Fall Leaves
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 8, 2022
Is it okay for my horse to eat leaves that have fallen from trees in his pasture?
Read MoreTransitioning Your Horse to Outdoor Living
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Aug 7, 2022
Horses on all-day pasture have more opportunities than stalled horses to meet their ethological (behavioral) needs, researchers say. Here are some things to consider and tips for making the switch.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Grazing Horses at Night
by Alayne Blickle | Aug 3, 2022
Grazing horses at night can help keep them at a healthy weight and reduce their sugar intake.
Read MoreEquine Innovators: Does How You Manage Your Horse Farm Make Sense?
by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Jun 30, 2022
Dr. Steve Higgins of the University of Kentucky optimizes daily barn tasks for efficiency, cost savings, and environmental soundness.
Read MoreDon’t Gamble With Green Grass
by Corie Traylor | Apr 27, 2022
For some horses, overingesting certain grasses can lead to laminitis, a painful, life-altering hoof disease that can be fatal in severe cases. Learn more about managing these horses and their pastures.
Read MoreHow To Prevent Fescue Toxicosis in Broodmares
by The Horse Staff | Jan 19, 2022
Fescue toxicosis can cause pregnancy losses and reduced reproductive efficiency in mares. Learn more in this visual guide! Sponsored by Dechra Veterinary Products.
Read MoreWarmer Weather Might Impact Early-Foaling Mares’ Pastures
by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Jan 16, 2022
Warm, wet winter weather could lead to higher ergovaline concentrations in pastures, putting broodmares at risk for fescue toxicosis.
Read MoreWinter Can Mean Poor Footing for Horses
by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Jan 14, 2022
Mud in horse turnouts can create topsoil erosion, increase soil compaction, and cause slip-and-fall injuries to horses. Here are options to reduce mud on your horse property.
Read MoreMaking Winter Manageable on Horse Farms
by Alayne Blickle | Jan 8, 2022
Don’t wait for the first snowflakes to prepare your horse property for the cold, dark, and wet months ahead.
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