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Monthly Archives: November 2012
Barn Dogs: How to Make Good Manners STAY!
“When you walk into the barn with your dog, what is the reaction of other boarders and riders?…”
More Muscle or Weight?
Weight gain supplements and muscle supplements are both designed to help your horse optimize his body
condition, but they work in very different ways. Not sure which one your horse needs? Read on!
From AAEP’s Ask the Vet: Thoroughbred with No Appetite
“I have a TB mare off the track, she is 16 yrs old now, and I’m having a difficult time keeping weight on her. She looked her best about 2 years ago. She could care less about food, it takes her all day to finish her breakfast, then it is time for dinner…”
Peek in Our Paks: Lexi & Superman
Ever wish you could take a sneak peek inside our horses’ SmartPaks? Now you can! Check out the supplements we love, for the animals we adore.
Blanketing Uncovered
Have no fear the next time you hear the word “denier”! Get the answers to all your blanket questions here (even the ones you never thought to ask!).
Tagged with: Blanket Guide, Learn How-To
Posted in How To, How To Videos, Tack, Apparel, and Supplies
Posted in How To, How To Videos, Tack, Apparel, and Supplies
From AAEP’s Ask the Vet: Easy Keeper Developing Bad Habits
“I have a 6 yr Morgan horse who is a very easy keeper. She is currently getting 1 lb ration balancer and 12 lbs grass hay and 2 lbs Alfalfa cubes a day total – broken down into 3 feedings. Her hay is fed in small mesh hay nets to help it last longer, but she has started digging holes to chew on tree roots. She is on Recovery EQ and Quitt. Any suggestions on what to do or is normal behavior?”
To Clip or Not to Clip?
Like just about everything in the horse world, the answer is “that depends on your horse.” Environment, management and personal preference all play a role in deciding whether or not to clip. Start by answering some key questions:
Barn of the Month – American Acres Training Center
American Acres – Little Rock, AR Owner: Carol Jones Barn Manager: Elizabeth Fordyce Equine SmartPaks: 16 About American Acres American Acres Training Center is located in Little Rock, Arkansas and has been in this location for eight years. Carol Jones…
Posted in Barn of the Month
Stable Smart Q&A: Winter Hoof Care with Danvers Child, CJF
What should horse owners be aware of in order to take great care of their horses’ hooves as winter approaches?
From AAEP’s Ask the Vet: Picky Eater
“I have a very picky mare, a little hyper, that doesn’t clean up anything but alfalfa/oat cubes. She ties up on too much alfalfa so am trying some timothy grass hay with the cubes. She eats some of it. Any suggestions? – Thanks, Christy”
The 360 Approach
While small changes can help, a full-spectrum program is the best way to tackle your horse’s health challenges.
Posted in Equine Health
