By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Horses are more likely to suffer from laminitis in the fall than any other time of year. Two reasons – high NSC (non-structural carbohydrates) from cooler nighttime temperatures and increased blood ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) secretion from the pituitary gland. Both of these lead to … Read More
On Monday afternoon we received a call for a horse, Twix, who had spooked and ended up on the far bank of the Snohomish River in the Lord Hill area. He was safe but hemmed in by geography and too afraid of the water to swim back on his own. … Read More
At some point, nearly every horse will need a leg wrap or bandage. However, an inappropriate bandage application can cause as many problems as a well-applied bandage can prevent. The key to successful bandaging begins with the proper materials and application. So, before you reach for the nearest … Read More
Q: I am considering buying a colt AQHA. I have never own a horse for myself personally. I would like to know what I would be getting myself into managing and making sure he stays happy and safe, just so I know what is ahead. Since he will be our … Read More
Q: How is this horse’s conformation? Breed: Mustang Age: 8 YO Want to use for trail riding Looking for feedback on the horse. Please feel free to give us your input. We’d love to know your thoughts -Michele A: Hi Michele, This is a nice looking mustang, stocky … Read More
Q: My question is involving one of the horses the owners at the place I have my gelding is boarded at currently. The horse in question, is a 3 year old mare, who was fed some ‘hot’ alfalfa hay. Because both of the mares are ‘pasture ponies’, the 3 year … Read More
Model Horse Festival Features Workshops, Model Showing, Model Horse Hobby Info Booth and Free Stablemates® Painting for Children! (Oct. 4, 2017 – Pequannock, NJ) – BreyerWest® will return to the Northwest Horse Fair and Expo, to be held March 23-25, 2018 at the Linn Co. Fair & Expo Center in Albany, … Read More
Welcome to Burkwood Farm! Currently a Hunter Jumper equestrian facility on 18.68 acres located between Blaine and Lynden WA. Renovated 3900 SqFt home offers 3+bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, wood floors thru-out, updated kitchen and multiple living areas + detached studio. Fenced and cross fenced, covered indoor and large outdoor arena’s, 25 … Read More
Mountain views abound with this partially wooded 13.6 acres with beautiful pasture; perfect for horses or livestock. Large barn/shop to store all your toys or animals. Well maintained 3 bedroom 2 bath manufactured home provides ample space with 2 large living rooms, dining room, and sun room. Attached 1 car … Read More
Understand How Mules Think by Ty Evans Have you ever heard the term stubborn as a mule? As a clinician who specializes in mules, I hear people talk about how stubborn mules can be and how difficult they are to work with. Usually these stories are told by someone … Read More
