Vol. 3 | March 2021
This issue of The Leading Rein helps horse owners prepare for all things Spring. Gather how to stay ahead of weeds in your pasture and increase grazing potential. Begin the yearly maintenance on your horse trailer and follow the checklist here for a safer hauling experience. Learn about and prepare for the State 4-H Horse Show. Start with a healthy foal by understanding the foaling process and important steps. By preparing for the season, you will have less stress and enjoy more time with your equine partners.
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The Georgia National Fairgrounds turn green the second full week June every year as 4-H’ers from across the state travel with their equine show partners to participate in the Georgia 4-H State Horse Show. Over a span of five days 4-H’ers will have the opportunity to compete in six different disciplines, build their equine networks,…
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Stubborn as a mule? Is a mule really that stubborn? As a 6 year old girl riding her small donkey “Poncho”, I would have most certainly said, “Yes.” On a hot summer day I was riding Poncho around the yard bareback having a grand time until the brakes went on. Poncho had decided his entertainment…
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It is always best to be prepared when traveling with horses. Always pack at least one day ahead to ensure you have time to locate all items needed. The last thing you want to do is be scrambling the night before (or the morning of)! Here are some essential items to have in your horse…
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As show season and warmer weather approaches, traveling with your horses to shows or trail rides will become a regular occurrence. The safety of you, the horse and the equipment is important to focus on before traveling and trailering your horse. By being unprepared and not performing routine maintenance, you can become stranded and as…
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Raising a healthy foal starts with the foaling process. During and immediately after foaling are the two most critical points in that foals’ life. Start by considering the actual foaling process in stages. As the expected birth date closes in, start bringing the mare in at night to give her a large, clean, safe stall…
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Don’t get caught trying to play catch up this year when it comes to pasture management. Think about setting your pasture up for a successful spring and summer. The best first step is the all-important soil sample. Though a large portion of agricultural operations choose to soil test in the fall, it is never too…