Tent Caterpillars Threaten Kentucky Foals
Eastern tent caterpillars are increasing this spring and horse breeders in
Kentucky are worried. Researchers believe tent caterpillars are responsible for
Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome. "Populations of the eastern tent
caterpillar have increased noticeably over the past three years," said... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Rodeo
Protect Your Horse From Flies
With new and improved traps, effective sprays and handy little fly
eaters on the market, there's no reason for your horses to suffer from swarms of
flies this year--or their tendency to pass along pigeon fever, West Nile virus
and Equine Infectious Anemia.
To start with, here's some fly... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Is It That Time of the Month?
With the buds starting to peak out, and the weather warming,
your mare's sudden mood change may signal the start of breeding season.
Each mare is different, so keep in mind that the general
information offered here may not apply to your mare.
Mares cycle on average every 18-23 days during... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Winter Care for the Pregnant Mare
If you bred your mare sometime in late spring, she should be well on her
pregnancy journey by now. Winter care for pregnant mares should focus on
maintaining healthy nutrients in her diet and making sure she and her unborn
baby are getting enough to eat.
In the 5th, 7th and 9th months... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Wintertime Dehydration and Your Horse
When temperatures get frigid, dehydration is probably the last
thing on your mind. After all, that's really only a problem in the warm-weather
times of year when your horse sweats heavily, right? Wrong! Your horse can
become dehydrated at any time of the year--even in the winter--with some... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Wet Horse Blanketing Guidelines
You've been at work when the rain started and by the time you get home, your
horses are soaking wet. The forecast calls for freezing nighttime temperatures.
What do you do? Blanket them over their wet coats and risk a chill? Get out the
blow dryer? Something else entirely?
You can certainly... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Is Your Horse Cold?
Winter is upon us, and it's a good time to check your winter horse keeping
skills. Follow these tips for keeping horses healthy in winter.
First, feed lots of fodder. Eating helps horses generate body heat, so make
sure to feed more hay than in the warmer months. Also, the quality of pasture... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Winter Grooming Helps Horses Shine
A good daily grooming is essential for healthy horses--especially in winter.
Daily grooming helps a horse build a healthy coat, fight off fungus and makes
weight loss and wounds easier to spot. It also builds a strong bond between
humans and horses.
As the weather cools and in some climates... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
To Blanket or Not To Blanket? That is the Question
The first chill is in the air in most places in the northern hemisphere, and you're probably getting your horses ready for winter. Whether that means stocking up on hay or reseeding pastures for spring growth, winter chores are on the way. Take your blankets out of storage and give them a thorough... | read »
Health: Seasonal
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Recognize Signs of Potomac Fever
With
summer just around the corner, beware of stagnant ponds and insects that may
transmit Potomac horse fever (PHF). Although named after the river
near Washington, D.C., cases have been found across most of the
United
States. Keep an eye out for signs of this
deadly disease. Those... | read »
QUESTION:
We
travel all over with our horses. For years, we’ve heard about equine distemper,
also known as strangles. Please tell us more about the strangles, how to prevent
it, and what to do about it should one of... | read
