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Dr. Krishona Martinson  from the University of Minnesota and Dr. Carey Williams of Rutgers University share their wisdom in addressing the age old question. Should you blanket a horse or not in the winter?  Even Hamlet may have had trouble deciding.  Don't worry, we will try to make the decision process a little easier.

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Dr. Todd Holbrook, equine internal and sports medicine specialists at Oklahoma State University, shares the story of how he became involved as a veterinarian in the sport of endurance riding.   Dr. Holbrook was one of 5 veterinarians serving on the Veterinary Advisory Board for the US Equestrian Endurance team.    

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Dr. Krishona Martinson, equine extension specialist with the University of Minnesota gives us some easy calculations on how to know if we have enough hay stored away for the year.  Don't worry, it's not all calculators and equations, but a fun take on determining your forage needs.

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Scott Cotton, extension educator with Wyoming and Wendy Hein of Oregon State University share insights of how they help owners prepare and respond to the unprecedented wildfires burning in their respective states.  For many horse owners dealing with wildfires is a new reality, and every opportunity to prepare can save vital minutes when the winds change.

For more information on preparing for any sort of natural disaster:

AAEP Oweners Guide for Preparedness

National Fire Protection Association

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Kate Baldino and Melody Blittersdorf, both of whom have competed for team USA on the international stage in endurance riding, share their experiences and love for this unique sport. From flying horses to Du Bai or running from llamas in Italy, Kate and Melody will inspire you to take a long ride with your horse.

For More Information on the sport of endurance. visit AERC.org 

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Dr. Camie Heleski, University of Kentucky, and Paula Hitzler, manager of the Equine Teaching and Research Center and Michigan State University, share tips on making weaning less stressful for foals.  From the latest research and practical experience, follow some simple tips to keep your babies healthy and happy.

Weaning video from Michigan State University 

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Karen Lassell, director of equine programs at the Miner Institute, shares how this unique demonstration farm in upstate New York trains students to enter into the equine industry.  Offering summer insternships with their Morgan horse herd, the Miner Institute develops life skills while teaching horsemanship to a broad audience of students.

To Apply to the Miner Institute

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Rita Hoch, founder and CEO of Nexus Equine, a non-proft dedicated to helping horses transition to their home, discusses how this unique program works with people throughout the horse industry to prevent horses from falling through the cracks. Whether providing owner assistance programs, youth challenges, or adoption programs, Nexus proves the horse industry is stronger together.

Nexus Equine

The Right Horse

The Story of Frisbee

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Dr. Kathy Anderson, University of Nebraska, and Dr. Karen Waite, Michigan State University, share their perspectives from the middle of the show pen, from why they got started, giving back to the industry and fond memories.

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Dr. Jennie Ivey, equine extension specialist at the University of Tennessee shares what makes horses such incredible athletes. From spring loaded legs, super charged blood and practically bionic hearts, its no wonder we are so fascinated with horses.

Inside Nature's Giants

Extension Horses Exercise and Performance