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Don't Turn Horses Loose in an Evacuation
We know it may be hard to believe, but fire season isn't over yet. Here in Southern California fire season doesn't officially end until November. In other parts of the country, fire season doesn't end until the arrival of substantial rain or
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Dr. Getty Advises: Protein Quality Counts
Did you know that there are literally hundreds of different proteins in a horseâs body? Dr. Juliet Getty offers this mini-lesson to help the horse owner or caretaker understand the importance of feeding high-quality protein to optimize the horseâs hea
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Humane Society Promotes Protection of Horses
The Humane Society of the United States promotes the view held by most Americans that horses are companion animals and partners in recreation, sport, and work.
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Dr. Getty Advises - Use Your Stethescope Now!
Your emergency kit likely includes a stethoscope a highly valuable piece of equipment during any urgent health situation. Knowing your horse normal heart rate and gut sounds beforehand will allow you to better assess the seriousness of the situation -- so
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Dr. Getty’s Tip on Treats: Which are safe and which are not?
Horse owners often ask equine nutritionist Dr. Juliet Getty about the safety of offering commonâand sometimes not so commonâfoods as treats. Carrots have naturally come up in discussion, but also French fries, garlic bread, and even chocolate.
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Dr. Getty - Tender Spring Grass - Use Caution
Dr. Gettyâs March Tip: Add a Serving of Caution to that Tender Spring Grass:Â Spring is almost upon us in most of the country, so itâs time to revisit that critical topic: spring grazing.
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International Animal Welfare Mobilizes Animal Rescue
In the wake of Hurricane Irene, the International Fund for Animal Welfare has mobilized to Cobleskill, New York, to conduct small and large animal water rescue operations in flooded areas. Responding to a request from the State of New York, IFAW deploye
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Drought Threatens Horse Health
In a year when temperatures are soaring in much of the country and wildfires threaten areas with large horse populations, many horse owners are facing periods of drought. Summer droughts can be rough on horses because of high temperatures, limited water a
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Keep Horse Comfortable During Winter Travel
One of the most confusing decisions when trailering in cold weather is whether to blanket your horse, said Neva Kittrell Scheve, author and equine travel expert. Horses are very comfortable in cold conditions, and most will travel very well during the wi
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Keep Horse Happy and Healthy While Traveling!
Lynn Palm ~ Palm Partnership Training® Tip of the Month: Keep your horse happy and healthy while traveling: When I travel with my horses for six or more hours, I am sure they are prepared for the trip by mixing a hot bran mash with mineral oil at least