Vol. 6 | Winter 2022
Explore how to combat your own stress with tips and tricks from a FACS agent and The Leading Rein. As foals are hitting the ground, consider the tips in this issue for foal training. Learn about the sassy miniature horse and how to properly manage miniature equine. Be sure to mark your calendar for upcoming events!
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The safety in knowing how to properly pick out your horses feet is irreplaceable. Regular hoof cleaning can help identify issues like thrush, loose shoes or bruising and keep the hooves healthy. Horse clubs can offer programs about how to properly clean a horses hoof safely for youth.
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No hoof, no horse. We have all heard that saying and it is especially true. Your horse’s hooves play a huge role in circulation of blood throughout the body. The hooves also act as a shock absorber and cushion as the horse walks. A good quality hoof begins with a good quality hay and feed…
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Stress. We all talk about it, but it is a serious issue with lasting effects. Last edition, we discussed some measures to control the stress levels of our equine partners. In this issue, I would like to focus on the stress levels as equine owners and discuss ways to alleviate the stress. As we all…
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Miniature horses are horses of diminutive size that are the result of selective breeding programs over hundreds of years. Depending on the breed organization, miniature horses are recognized as horses that stand under 34-38 inches in height. Miniature horses are frequently shown in hand and also may drive, but many also may be purchased by…
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Winter weather doesn’t seem to be ready to let us enjoy the sunshine just yet. With that in mind, we aren’t quite ready to let go of our winter warnings and considerations. Two real concerns like to rear their heads in the winter, colic and water consumption. Are they one in the same? Are they…
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Human handling early in a foal’s life, when done carefully and responsibly, can save a lot of stress for that foal later. Have you ever heard of imprinting? This is where you have the opportunity to create a human-foal bond in the first few hours after birth, establishing a trust that can last throughout their…