How do you feel about your barn? Are there things that could be more efficient? Are there conveniences you’d love to have but can’t afford? Or maybe you just haven’t gotten around to doing the necessary work. I have always wanted a barn with an aisle way. We recently left … Read More
This highly illustrated how-to manual provides a clear guide to new ways of thinking about preventing injury in the horse, and when injuries do happen, to help the horse’s body recover in a mindful and safe way. As a Pilates teacher for humans, horsewoman and eventer Laura Reiman has seen … Read More
West Nile Virus in Sacramento County, CA Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1; Facility Type: Private Facility; Age: 3; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 8/10/2021; Clinical Signs: Hind limb ataxia, Inappetance, Distal Limb Edema; Confirmation Date: 8/16/2021; Horse Status: Affected And … Read More
Q: Hello! My family and I will be moving onto a property that will (hopefully) have enough space to move my pony onto. Though if the property doesn’t come with a pasture and/or lean-to we will be putting one in ourselves. How big should a decently sized pasture be for … Read More
Horses in their natural habitat spend most of the day with their heads lowered, grazing forage that ranges from easy-to-get grasses to blades and stems that are hard to extract and often contain little caloric energy. It’s a way of life that leads to virtually zero colic, ulcers, excess weight or metabolic imbalances. … Read More
If you make video content, this contest is for you! This fall, the Equine Network LLC is launching its inaugural Horse Week brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim, an equine-centric digital festival unlike any other. In conjunction with Horse Week, the Equine Network and Boehringer Ingelheim are happy to announce … Read More
Source: Idaho State Department of Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 10; Facility Type: Private Facility; Age: 14; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse Cross; Onset of Clinical Signs: 8/10/2021; Clinical Signs: Difficulty Standing, Facial Paralysis, Neurologic Signs- Severe, Recumbent; Confirmation Date: 10/13/2021; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated; Notes: The … Read More
Charming hobby farm nestled in a storybook-setting on shy 5 acres. This well cared for cedar-sided home exudes pride in ownership with fresh interior paint and new flooring throughout. Open floorplan, vaulted ceilings & additional bonus room create a functional and inviting space. The large main floor master bedroom with … Read More
Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 7; Number Suspected: 6; Number Exposed: 0; Facility Type: Showgrounds; Notes: Update 8/12/2021: original alerts 2139, 2141, 2145, 2146, and 2151; No additional cases or clinical signs at the Sonoma County event center or the Sacramento County origin premises have been … Read More
Q: Is there any scientific literature regarding the stress effects horses underwent during use in wartime, such as the Civil War? • Andre A: When one thinks about the trauma and suffering horses (as well as people, other livestock, and wildlife) endured during wars throughout the history of mankind it … Read More
