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How To Keep Chickens Cool During Hot Summer Weather
Did you welcome a new flock of chicks to your family this spring? Chickens are a fun addition to the farmyard and are surprisingly easy to care for. Yet, as the temperatures rise, our chickens require additional considerations in order to thrive. As we enter the...
Senior Horse Respiratory Care: Keep Their Breathing Healthy
For those of us privileged enough to care for an older horse, we know that it is an honor to show a horse through their golden years. We provide them with the highest-quality forage, the best grain, and the utmost care. But have you placed any thought into the quality...
How To Stimulate Appetite and Get a Horse To Eat
While the saying may be “Eat like a horse,” let’s face it, not all horses are blessed with voracious appetites. Some horses are notoriously picky eaters and need to be encouraged to eat their daily rations. For these horses, mealtime can take a bit more advanced...
The Hidden Side Effect of High-Protein Diets for Horses
High protein diets are often come recommended for horses (and humans!) for a variety of reasons. These diets can help to build muscle and body condition while providing horses with the energy that they need to compete. Many...
The Pros and Cons of Soaking Hay for Horses
For horses with respiratory issues and metabolic concerns, soaking hay is a commonly prescribed remedy. In fact, many equestrians consider it a required piece of their horse husbandry practices. There are a number of reasons why equestrians may choose to or not to...
Horse Show Stall Setup: Make Your Horses Comfortable
In the heat of the competitive season, you may find yourself spending more time on the road and stabling at horse shows. It is essential that you spend time on horse show stall setup to keep your horse safe and comfortable throughout the competition. Some strategic...
The Most Common Health Risks for Overweight Horses
Much like for humans, carrying excess weight can be detrimental to the health of your horse. Obesity can affect a number of the horse’s systems while also causing pain and discomfort. For this reason, it is essential to work with your veterinarian to keep your horse...
How To Reduce Ammonia in Poultry Houses in Winter
It's true, the smell of ammonia may be stronger in the summer months, with the sun beating down on manure and heating up the dirty coop bedding. However, that doesn’t mean that ammonia is gone in the winter. In fact, ammonia is just as dangerous in winter. While the...
Proper Performance Horse Nutrition: Feed and Supplements
Which feed, supplements, and ration balancers are right for your performance horse? Learn about what goes into equine performance nutrition.
3 Common Respiratory Illnesses in Horses
Heaves, equine influenza, and equine strangles—learn about three of the most common respiratory ailments in horses and the best ways to treat them.
The Importance of Proper Nutrition for a Pregnant Mare
Is your mare currently carrying a new bundle of joy? When you have a foal on the way, there are many dreams literally riding on its back. However, before the foal is even born, it is imperative that you give your colt or filly the best start possible. Proper nutrition...
Caring for Older Horses in Cold Winter Months
It is natural to wonder how you can keep your senior horse comfortable with a forecast of snow, sleet, wind, and sub-zero temperatures. As our friends age and enter their golden years, there are additional health considerations that must be made. Generally, a senior...