General Fly Control for Property, Yards and Farm
Flies can be more than just a nuisance, they can actually be dangerous to you, your animals, your garden and your crops. There are dozens of types of flies...
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Hot Weather Horse Riding Tips
Summer can be a great time for riding, with longer days and more time to explore a variety of trails, work on new skills, or prepare for upcoming shows and...
Horse Dental Care
A horse's teeth change throughout its life and proper dental care is essential for your horse to be comfortable feeding, grazing and carrying a bit. But what...
Winter May Mean Increased Respiratory Problems for Horses
Cold temperatures and brisk winter air may be refreshing for a deep breath or brief outdoor walks, but winter leads to many air quality issues that can create...
The Importance of Fats in Horse Nutrition
It is well known even to non-horse people that horses are herbivores, but just grazing or feeding a horse a diet of hay alone will not provide them the proper...
Storm Preparation Tips for Horse & Cattle Owners
Properly caring for horses or livestock during a threatening storm requires careful planning and preparation. No one is immune to disaster and that’s why we...
How Climate Change Effects Horses – And How to Tame It
The causes of climate change may be hotly debated, but there's no debate that climate change effects animals, sometimes drastically. Understanding how your...
Identifying Horse Colic And What To Do About It
Often times the thing most people associate with horses is racing. Whether it's at the Kentucky Derby or Saratoga Springs, horses prove time and again to be...
How to Prevent and Minimize Problems When Introducing Horses to Spring Pastures
For some horses, the advent of spring means that the source of forage changes from hay to fresh grass. If this is the case, the horse owner should take care to...
How Often Should I Deworm My Horses?
Internal parasites are a natural part of horses’ digestive tracts. While different parasites can be beneficial to keep the gut healthy, an overload of worms...
Ideas for Decreasing Heat Stress in Horses
As summer drags on, heat can become a serious problem for many horses. The primary way horses cool themselves is through sweating. While the exact mechanisms...
How Supplements Can Benefit Your Horse
Ideally, a natural grazing diet would meet all of your horse's nutritional needs, but that isn't always possible or practical. How, then, do you know if...
Choosing Bedding For Horse Stalls
While it may not seem like a big deal what your horse lays on, in actuality a very important decision. Here are just a few of the different things that your...
Three Reasons Why Your New Horse May Be Bucking
So you just brought your new horse home. The person you bought the horse from didn’t seem to have any issues when riding him, but when you brought him home, he...
Tips for Controlling Flies in Feed Lots and Pastures
Warmer weather almost always guarantees an increase in the number of flies that can adversely affect cattle performance and health. Here are some quick tips to...
Caring for Your Horse's Hooves in Wet Conditions
Wet conditions can be challenging to proper hoof care, but it is easy to keep your horse on sound footing even during extensive periods of wet weather. How Wet...
Supplying Your Horse with Water
Horses are not unlike people, in that they too enjoy fresh, clean water. Not only will it keep your horse content, it will help keep away many easily...
The Best Kind of Fencing for Your Horse
Horses have a wide range of breeds, sizes, personalities and temperaments, and there is no single type of fence that is best for every type of horse....
Protect Your Horse From Worms and Germs
While some worms and germs are beneficial to horses for proper digestive health and an overall healthy immune system, and many others are harmless, there are...
Cooling Down Your Horse When It’s Hot Outside
When there’s hot weather outside, it’s essential that you keep your horses cool. Here are some tips on keeping their temperature regulated even when the...
Dealing With Boredom in Horses
Horses are intelligent, curious animals that bore easily when they must be kept in stalls or small enclosures for long periods. While occasional boredom is...
Winter Horse Care Checklist
Horses are resilient and can survive many adverse conditions, but taking proper care of your horse in winter is essential to keep them healthy, safe and...
Feeding Your Horse Treats
While feeding your horse treats can be something fun that both of you enjoy, there are a few things to know about it first. Here are some tips on giving your...
Controlling Horse Stall Odors
Controlling horse stall odors begins with the building of the stall itself, so take care to consider the materials you choose in stall flooring. For instance,...
Preparing Your Horse For Winter
Everyone that has a horse, who also lives in cold winter temperatures, has a guest house where their horse can sit next to a warm fire, read books and smoke...