Ask The Expert: Previously Foundered Mare Suddenly Lame
Q: My previously foundered mare came down suddenly lame as we had a Siberian cold front come in. We live in NW IL and the wind chills were -34F this lasted for 2 weeks. Temps have become more seasonal...
View ArticleAsk the Expert: Can I Make Treats with Lavender Extract Paste?
Q: I just got some lavender extract paste can I make horse treats with it? If I can what should I put in them? –Jamie A: Lavender can be used in making horse treats of almost any type you wish. Most...
View ArticleAsk the Expert: Back Legs Sliding Under Horse While Trailer Loading
Q: I have had my horse 5 years and he’s always travelled like an absolute dream. We tried to take him to vets today and his back legs were sliding under him, he was trying to sit down and was very...
View ArticleAsk the Expert: Best Western Bit?
Q: I would like to know the best western bit to use Cassidy A: Hi Cassidy, Thank you for your question! So it really depends on too many things to narrow it down to one bit. I use two or three...
View ArticleAsk the Expert: Is there any scientific information regarding stress on...
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...
View ArticleAsk the Expert: How big should a decently sized pasture be for a pony with...
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...
View ArticleAsk the Expert: Looking for Information on Horse Breeding Behavior
Q: I’m a student who is having some trouble finding some information if you can help me that would be appreciated! 1. Describe an example of intersexual selection in horse behaviour? 2. Describe...
View ArticleTake Julie Goodnight’s Quiz to Learn your Horse’s Skill Set for Training
Find a Horse’s Present Skills to Set the Right Training Goals for the Future SALIDA, Colorado, May 26, 2022—It’s hard to know where you’re going without knowing where you’ve been—and where you are...
View Article13 Facts About Fly Control for Horses and Cattle
A variety of options are necessary for optimal control Flies can be more than an annoyance – they can even be dangerous, whether impacting a ride with your horse in a single, painful bite or...
View ArticleTrainer’s Profile: Molly McDaniel of Balanced Performance Training and Hoofcare
Focusing on the Longevity and Soundness of the Horse Interview by Kim Roe What is the name of your business? Balanced Performance Training and Hoofcare, LLC What do you do? I’m a farrier and I also...
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