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June 2023 - Barn Management

  • July 01, 2023
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Importance of managing aerosol particles' impact on horses and humans in the barn by Amanda Duckworth HORSES ARE KEPT in stalls for many reasons, ranging from convenience to medical requirement, but...

May 2023 - Hoof Health

  • May 02, 2023
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Researchers examine gauging techniques in hoof evaluation by Amanda Duckworth GIVEN THE IMPORTANCE of hoof health in horses, it should come as no surprise that it's a heavily researched and studied...

April 2023 - Nutrition: Individual Commitment

  • March 15, 2023
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Tailoring feed program to each horse can pay dividends by Amanda Duckworth A HORSE'S DIETARY needs vary depending on the lifestyle it leads. However, well-intentioned nutrition plans sometimes are...

March 2023 - Parasite Concerns: Staying a Step Ahead

  • February 21, 2023
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Protocols to control parasites continue to evolve by Amanda Duckworth WHILE HORSE FARMS understand parasite control should be included in any horse health plan, comprehending the best approach to properly...

February 2023 - Foal Health: Early Advantages

  • January 31, 2023
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Recent study finds foals born early in year fare better on the track by Amanda Duckworth FOR ALL OF the pedigree research and effort put into bringing a foal into the world, the wild cards of genetics...

November 2022 - Breeding: Wise Moves

  • November 22, 2022
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Exercise often important in keeping older stallions healthy, productive by Amanda Duckworth MANAGING THE CAREER of a successful stallion is a multifaceted endeavor and some of his needs change as he ages...

September 2022 - Joint Health: In Flux

  • August 30, 2022
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When it comes to joint issues, treatments continue to evolve by Amanda Duckworth IDEALLY, A HORSE will never have joint issues, but that is not a reality for most.

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