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Lighthoof to the Rescue! Creating a Mud-Free Cattle Area at Pasado's Safe Haven
Recently the Pasado’s team became concerned that this area was deteriorating due to Pacific Northwest weather. Over time, hard hooves trampled the soft, wet ground into quite a soupy mess. But this...
Spring Cleaning and Mud Management on a Northeast Horse Farm
It’s that time of year again – time for Spring Cleaning. Here in the Northeast, we’re recovering from an incredibly long and harsh winter, a lot of snow melt, and some very wet weather. As things s...
Living with Laminitis: Practical Ways to Prevent, Protect and Recover
Laminitis, also known as founder, is a serious yet very manageable condition that can affect all horses, but is most common in ponies and “easy keeping” breeds. This painful disease compromises the...
The #1 Way to Reduce Feed Costs
In an interview with animal nutrition expert Laurie Lawrence, PhD at the 4th annual UK Kentucky Breeders' Short Course in Lexington, TheHorse.com interviewers ask an excellent question: what’s the ...
6 Old and New Myths About Equine Nutrition
The horse world seems to have more than its share of mythology and misinformation. “Expert” advice and conflicting opinions spread like flies on a manure pile. And equine nutrition seems to develop...
A Basic Mud Fever Treatment Plan
For those familiar with mud fever, the first scabby sign of this bacterial infection is a loathsome sight. Also known as mud rash or scratches, this oozing mess is painful for your horse and very d...
What Every Horse Owner Should Know About Mud Fever
An annoyance for some and a nightmare for others, mud fever (also known as scratches or mud rash) is a painful bacterial skin infection on your horse’s lower legs. The tell-tale scabbing, irritatio...