Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D., Author at The Northwest Horse Source

Use Your Stethoscope Before You Need It!

August 5, 2020February 1, 2017 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

By Dr. Juliet M. Getty Your emergency kit likely includes a stethoscope – a highly valuable piece of equipment during any urgent health situation. Knowing your horse’s normal heart rate and gut sounds beforehand will allow you to better assess the seriousness of the situation — so use your stethoscope now. A …

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Gas Colic – Common, but Preventable!

August 5, 2020January 30, 2017 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Gas colic is the least serious form of colic. That’s the good news. The bad news is that it’s very common. So common, in fact, that it is often overlooked as “just gas,” like you might get when you eat too much pizza. However, …

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Winter Freedom

August 5, 2020January 1, 2017 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

Horses Need Room to Move in All Seasons by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D Brrr! It’s cold! Time to take that heavy jacket out of the closet. And time to prepare the barn! Put in extra soft bedding, perhaps some nice relaxing music. Close the windows. Maybe even get those heaters …

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Equine Digestion – It’s Decidedly Different

August 5, 2020November 1, 2016 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

Equine digestion is the very foundation of horse health. Many aspects of your horse’s wellness depend on horse owners understanding the horse’s natural diet and eating habits. Many complex health problems can be prevented or alleviated through a deeper understanding of how horses are made on the inside. This book …

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The Secret to Healthy Horses? Keep it Simple!

August 5, 2020October 1, 2016 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

Key Considerations for Equine Well-being By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. We know they’re out there. Horses brimming with health – strong muscles, shiny coats, hard hooves, good digestion, normal metabolism, strong immune function – just plain healthy! How does this happen? What is it about their care that gives …

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For your horse’s sake: Salt needs more attention during hot months

August 5, 2020July 4, 2016 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

Make salt a higher priority than electrolytes By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Your horse sweats more during the summer, making electrolyte supplementation worth considering. But electrolytes alone will not protect against dehydration. Your horse needs to have enough sodium (salt). One ounce per day (two tablespoons) is adequate for …

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Piles of grass clippings are no treat for your horse

August 5, 2020June 28, 2016 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Are you tempted to cut your grass, then rake it into soft, fragrant, tasty piles of clippings for your horse to nibble? According to equine nutrition expert Dr. Juliet Getty this should be the last thing you encourage your horse to eat. It has to …

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Dr. Getty’s Tip: Reduce Risk of Infection When Traveling

August 5, 2020April 1, 2016 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. For many horses, this is the season for traveling to horse shows and events. Considering periodic outbreaks of equine herpes virus (EHV-1) and other infectious diseases, it is critical that your horse be in top physical health before embarking to an unfamiliar area. The …

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Add a Serving of Caution to the Tender Spring Grass

August 5, 2020March 22, 2016 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Spring is almost upon us in most of the country, so it’s time to revisit that critical topic: spring grazing. Transitioning a horse from hay to pasture must be handled with care; this point is non-negotiable. For every horse, a gradual change from hay to …

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The Healthy, Older Horse

August 5, 2020November 10, 2015 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Let me tell you about Bugsy. He was an Appendix Quarter Horse I rescued a few years ago. When he came to me, he was significantly underweight, suffered from an old stifle injury, and had a distrustful attitude. A few months later, he’d filled out, …

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