By The Horse
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In this episode, Kris Hiney, PhD, associate professor and extension specialist at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater discusses everything you need to know about keeping your dog safe in the barn. She explains common uses for dogs in the barn, potential liability when having your own or others' dogs in the barn, and how to teach your dog skills that can help keep him safe around the farm.
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In this episode, Stephanie Melton, director of marketing at The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run in Columbus, North Carolina, discusses the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in the Western North Carolina area and how it has affected horses and the humans that care for them. She describes the current rescue and donation intake and distribution efforts, where more support is needed, and how you can get involved to help animals and humans in need.
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In this episode, Paula Hitzler, manager of the Michigan State University horse teaching and research center, in East Lansing, explains everything you need to know about horse herd dynamics to keep you and your horses safe. She describes common, healthy herd behaviors, red flags to be on the lookout for, and horse-to-horse bonds.
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In this episode, Jorge Colón, DVM, MBA, discusses everything barn managers need to know about developing and using a budget to be prepared for routine and emergency expenses. He describes getting started with using a budget, saving for emergency expenses, financial considerations to make before starting an equine business or making large purchases.
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In this episode, Danielle Smarsh, PhD, of The Pennsylvania State University, explains how horse owners and barn managers can prepare to feed horses during the colder months. She discusses how a horse's energy needs change with the seasons, how to adjust a horse's forage intake during winter, and ways to ensure your horse is drinking enough water as the temperatures drop.
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In this episode, Rachel McCart, founder of Equine Legal Solutions discusses common liability problems that can arise on horse farms and how horse owners can reduce their risk of liability. McCart explains the purpose of waivers, when to use them, and how to create a strong waiver; types of insurance that farm owners might need; and common misconceptions about equine liability.
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In this episode, Rebecca Husted, PhD, primary instructor and president of technical large animal emergency rescue discusses common emergency and disaster situations that might affect horses and their caretakers. Husted describes the importance of preparedness in keeping horses safe in emergencies, how to create a preparedness plan, and how to decide whether to evacuate or shelter in place during disasters.
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In this episode, Krishona Martinson, PhD, MS, professor and equine extension specialist at the University of Minnesota, in Minneapolis discusses the importance of maintaining healthy horse pastures. Martinson shares tips for improving pasture quality, utilizing rotational grazing, and cultivating healthy pastures on small acreage.
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In this episode we talk with Ragan Adams, DVM, of Colorado State University about the dangers of hot weather for both you and your horse. Adams describes the signs of heat stress in horses, ways to keep your horse cool when temperatures rise, and common misconceptions about caring for horses in hot weather.
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In this episode we talk with Aliza Simeone, VMD, from the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center about keeping your horse and others safe by creating good bioscuirty habits. Dr. Simeone discusses how to properly disinfect common barn items, the risks of taking your horse to a show, and what do to when managing an infectious disease outbreak.
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