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Should We Feed Genetically Engineered Forages?

August 5, 2020July 27, 2016 by Press

Brought to You by Eastern Hay GMOs (genetically modified organisms) are a source of concern among many Americans. Not only do we wonder if GMO crops are safe for us to eat, but should we feed them to our horses? As feed crops are often sprayed with Roundup®, an herbicide, …

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Beat The Heat with SmartPak this Summer

August 5, 2020July 17, 2016 by Northwest Horse Source

SmartPak offers helpful tips and products to keep you and your horse cool this summer PLYMOUTH, MA – July 14, 2016 – You and your horse want to be outside soaking up every second of summer, and that means you need serious gear to beat the heat. From healthy hydration …

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UC Davis Equine Veterinarians Warn of Pistacia Poisonings

August 5, 2020July 14, 2016 by Northwest Horse Source

July 12, 2016 – UC Davis research has discovered that Pistacia trees can be toxic to horses if ingested. As autumn will be upon us soon, UC Davis veterinarians are warning horse owners to keep their animals away from Pistacia orchards, as the leaves and seeds of this genus can …

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Tips for a Healthy Hay Loft

August 5, 2020July 12, 2016 by Northwest Horse Source

Hay Loft Brought to You by Eastern Hay While your hay may be delivered in perfect condition, how you take care of your hay loft may determine the condition it’s in when it reaches your horses’ mouths. Hay lofts need to be clean. Old hay, insects, heat and moisture, …

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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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The Do’s and Don’ts of Colic

August 5, 2020July 1, 2016 by David Sauter D.V.M.

Knowing the Symptoms and Risk Factors Could Save Your Horse by Dave Sauter, DVM Colic simply refers to abdominal pain. Horses seem to have more problems with colic than any other domesticated animal; it is the leading cause of death over any other equine disease. One study found an …

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Avoiding a Lameness Exam

August 5, 2020July 1, 2016 by Northwest Horse Source

“Plan Your Training Program to Reduce the Risk of Injury” by Jackie Bellamy-Zions The sun is shining, birds are singing, flowers are blooming and the temptation is to launch full-on into your horse training endeavors. You may have kept fit throughout the winter on the ski slopes or at …

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Build A Barn: Hay Day

August 5, 2020June 30, 2016 by Press

When do you order hay? It’s a feeling like money in the bank to have hay for the whole rest of the year! I thought I may have miscalculated my hay order from last year–but would you believe I had exactly 4 bales left before the first cutting was ready …

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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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Arenus Blog Offers Guidance and Helpful Hints for Horse Owners

August 5, 2020June 25, 2016 by Press

A newly formulated website brings opportunity for Arenus to talk directly to the horse community they help daily. Fort Collins, Colorado, June 20, 2016 – With the launch of their new website, Arenus, the leader in equine health, has spring boarded their company blog. Differentiating themselves from other run-of-the-mill …

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