Tag: equine
The horses of war
The War Horses: The Tragic Fate of a Million Horses in the First World War by Simon Butler details the use, abuse, pain and suffering of horses used in World War I.
As pastures grow, remember your horse’s health
Lush grasses that green the countryside in April and May are very tasty for a horse, but can also be harmful.
Dusty air is no good for you, nor your livestock
Dusty conditions can cause issues for horses and livestock, as well.
Penn State looking for horse farm partners in deworming project
Penn State Extension research project takes whole-farm approach to deworming and managing parasites.
Eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch begins; horse owners should be wary
Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome can cause late-term foal losses, early- and late-term fetal losses and weak foals.
Pasture and grazing management tips to keep horses healthy
Horses do best when they are allowed to graze, so maintaining good pastures for horses is an important management practice.
Cartilage disease affects most horses
Standardbreds and Warmbloods are considered to be predisposed to osteochondritis dissecans.
Penn State Extension looking for farm partners for research project
Equine gastrointestinal parasites, and their increasing resistance to available dewormers, are a major concern in the equine industry.
Percheron breeder inducted into hall of fame
Houston's Belle exhibited by Mark Ryburn of Washington County was named the Supreme Champion Draft Horse Jan. 8 at the 2016 Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg.
Jarvis siblings rope a passion with rodeo
The Ohio High School Rodeo Association has provided the Jarvis family, and many others, with opportunity.
