Hay before grain, or vice versa?
Hay before grain, or vice versa?
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
This is a recurring question that I receive. Which should be fed first – hay...
What Every Horse Needs, Period.
What Every Horse Needs, Period.
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
The horse world is cluttered with feeds, supplements, and remedies all promising a better, “new and...
American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds parents, coaches, and athletes that one simple step can...
Ophthalmologists Urge Eye Protection For Recreational And Professional Sports
American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds parents, coaches, and athletes that one simple step can prevent most...
Winter Freedom!
Winter Freedom!
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Brrrr! It’s cold! Time to take that heavy jacket out of the closet. And it’s time to prepare the...
Three Not-So-Common Myths about Feeding Horses
Three Not-So-Common Myths about Feeding Horses
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Horses are complex animals, and correctly meeting their nutritional needs can be challenging. We all...
4 Common Diabetes Myths Debunked
(StatePoint) Knowing the facts about diabetes is important for everyone, as living a healthy lifestyle can play a key role in helping to prevent...
Colostrum – An Exceptional Superfood!
Colostrum – An Exceptional Superfood!
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Colostrum – you know it as the mare’s first milk. It is a complex fluid, rich...
Prepare for severe weather: Minnesota Commerce Department offers insurance tips
Prepare for severe weather: Minnesota Commerce Department offers insurance tips
SAINT PAUL – With recent damage caused by severe storms in Minnesota and neighboring states,...
Dr. Getty suggests: Measures to Reduce Cribbing
Dr. Getty suggests: Measures to Reduce Cribbing
Your horse presses his top teeth against a solid object, arches his neck, and swallows air in a...
For your horse’s sake: Salt needs more attention during hot months
For your horse’s sake: Salt needs more attention during hot months
Make salt a higher priority than electrolytes
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Your horse sweats more...
Music Calms Horses’ Emotional State
Music Calms Horses’ Emotional State
Research Reflection by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Researchers from Poland set out to determine the effect of music played in the...
The Healthy, Older Horse
The Healthy, Older Horse
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Let me tell you about Bugsy. He was an Appendix quarter horse I rescued a few years...
Three Equine Health Updates for Colorado
Three Equine Health Updates for Colorado
BROOMFIELD, Colo. –In an effort to prevent confusion, the Colorado Department of Agriculture is providing an update on three...
Welcome to Health News!
Welcome to our Health News. Dr. Juliet Getty, Ph.D. is a frequent contributor to this section as well as national organizations like the AAEP...
Omega 3 Supplements – the Old and the New
Omega 3 Supplements – the Old and the New
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
A horse lucky enough to graze on pasture will consume enough...
Rhodiola rosea Controls Cortisol
Rhodiola rosea Controls Cortisol
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Cortisol -- the STRESS hormone. Although an important hormone, when consistently elevated it negatively impacts carbohydrate metabolism, causing...
Use Your Stethoscope Before You Need It!
Use Your Stethoscope Before You Need It!
By Dr. Juliet M. Getty
Your emergency kit likely includes a stethoscope – a highly valuable piece of equipment...
Respect the Power of the Horse’s Instincts
Respect the Power of the Horse's Instincts
A letter from Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
The issue is still free choice forage feeding.
I respect and honor the...
How to Help Your Aging Horse Live a Vibrant Life
How to Help Your Aging Horse Live a Vibrant Life
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Bugsy came into my life when he was 25 years old,...
Minnesota’s livestock producers and veterinarians should be on the lookout for seasonal diseases like...
Minnesota's livestock producers and veterinarians should be on the lookout for seasonal diseases like anthrax
St. Paul, Minn. - The Minnesota Board of Animal Health reminds livestock...
Dr. Juliet Getty Speaks on Oils and Fats on Monty Roberts’ Horsemanship Radio
Dr. Juliet Getty Speaks on Oils and Fats on Monty Roberts' Horsemanship Radio
Join Dr. Getty in learning about the impact of feeding specific oils and...
