The Internet is a wonderful resource: It enables horse owners around the globe to exchange ideas on horsemanship and stable management quickly and freely. The
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Pigeon Fever in Horses
Over a century ago, the first case of “Pigeon Fever” was reported in a horse in San Mateo County, California. Since that initial report in
Cool Semen Transport: Advancements in Equine Artificial Insemination
Today’s breeding technology provides horse owners more options than were available in the past. Artificial insemination and semen preservation techniques make it possible to ship
Keep Unwanted Wildlife Out This Winter
Now is the time of year when wildlife starts to find its way into your barn. And while squirrels, mice, and birds might be enjoyable
Breeding With Frozen Semen
The benefits of using frozen semen when breeding a mare are numerous. Cryopreservation (freezing) allows long-term sperm storage, which in turn allows a breeder to
Help for a Horse That Drags Her Feet
Question: I have an 8-year-old Quarter Horse mare that barely moves. She is cutting bred and is very athletic, but she drags her hind feet and
Keep Horse Feed Secure
We all know how sensitive equine digestive systems are. It’s important that we only put quality feed into our horses, and that all begins with
Deck The Paws: Ensuring A Pet-Safe Holiday Home
The holiday season is a favorite time of year for many who transform their homes with festive decorations, bake winter treats, and open their doors
Simple Ways to Increase the Value of Your Farm Property
Whether you plan on selling your farm in the future or want to make improvements to make your life a little easier right now, it
Why all Riders Need to be Confident Riding the Walk, Trot and Lope
I stress the importance of being a confident rider at all three gaits – walk, trot and lope – because if you’re only comfortable at
After You Sell Your House, Make Sure You Do These Things
Once you close on your home sale, you can walk away and celebrate, right? Well, not exactly! After you sell your house, you certainly should
Winter Horse Care
Hot chocolate, mittens and roaring fires keep us warm on cold winter nights. But what about horses? What can you do to help them through
Bran Mash
During these cold, dreary days of winter a common discussion around most barns and stables is whether or not horse owners should provide their horses
Ask the Vet: Poor Performance
Question: My horse has been recovering for the last three years from a partially torn suspensory, colic surgery and ulcers. He now looks the best
Horse Dewormers: Is Your Protocol Up To Date, Or Outdated?
Horse owners tend to follow tradition. This is especially obvious when it comes to deworming — but that’s not necessarily a good thing. Rotating horse