Tag: equine health
U of MN-Crookston offers CHA All Discipline Standard Instructor’s Certification Clinic
CERTIFIED HORSEMANSHIP ASSOCIATION
The University of Minnesota-Crookston has announced a CHA All Discipline Standard Instructor's Certification Clinic.
To take place July 27-31 at the University of...
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham named Humane Horseman of the Year by...
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham named Humane Horseman of the Year by the Humane Society of the United States
(May 17, 2018) – The Humane Society of the...
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...
Empty Fields Everywhere—Why Movement is So Important
Empty Fields Everywhere—Why Movement is So Important
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Driving through Kentucky recently, I passed breathtaking farms – acres and acres of meticulously...
UHC’s Operation Chip Program to Expand
UHC’s Operation Chip Program to Expand
“Chipping Clinics” to be introduced
(Washington, DC)- The Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) is pleased to announce that it will...
Illinois recognizes March 2, 2018, as Day of the Horse
State recognizes March 2, 2018, as Day of the Horse
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The State of Illinois officially has recognized March 2, as Illinois Day...
Dr. Getty’s February Tip: Hay before grain, or vice-versa?
Dr. Getty’s February Tip: Hay before grain, or vice-versa?
Which should be fed first – hay or grain? If you’re feeding correctly, this issue is truly a moot point because the...
Even Non-GMO is Not Necessarily Safe
Even Non-GMO is Not Necessarily Safe
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Non-GMO. Do you know what it means? And is it better than GMO? It must...
Can all horses be trained?
Can all horses be trained?
For over 30 years now I have specialized in working with problem horses and starting colts. I do have horses...
Unwanted Horse Coalition to Participate in #GivingTuesday
Unwanted Horse Coalition to Participate in #GivingTuesday
#UNselfie contest to take place for second year in a row
(Washington, D.C.) —The Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) will be...
West Nile Virus confirmed in Polk County, MN** horse
West Nile Virus confirmed in Polk County** horse
**Previous press release incorrectly stated Pennington County. The correct county is Polk.
St. Paul, Minn. - West Nile Virus has...
Fruits are Fabulous, Even for Insulin Resistant Horses!
Fruits are Fabulous, Even for Insulin Resistant Horses!
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Apples and bananas used to be the predominant fruits available in your grocery...
Dr. Getty Discusses Practical Diet Tips for Equine Hoof Health
Dr. Getty Discusses Practical Diet Tips for Equine Hoof Health
The American Hoof Association is sponsoring an Educational Webinar featuring Dr. Juliet Getty, independent Equine...
Colorado Hay Directory Now Available
Colorado Hay Directory Now Available
BROOMFIELD, Colo. –The 2017 Colorado Hay Directory, published by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, is now available.
“This annual publication connects...
Dr. Getty’s Tip of the Month: Weighty Matters
Dr. Getty’s Tip of the Month: Weighty Matters
Planning to medicate your horse? Deworm? Calculate feed? You absolutely need to know how much he or...
Deadline to Take Survey to Update Economic Impact Study Extended
Deadline to Take Survey to Update Economic Impact Study Extended
Survey link to close August 18th
(Washington, DC)- The American Horse Council Foundation (AHCF) announced today that...
Is Your Horse on Bute? Consider Something Other than Omeprazole to...
Is Your Horse on Bute? Consider Something Other than Omeprazole to Prevent Ulcers
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Bute (phenylbutazone) is the most commonly used NSAID...
Do You Have a Partnership or a Relationship With Your Horse?
Do You Have a Partnership or a Relationship With Your Horse?
By Charles Wilhelm
Partnership conjures up a notion that there is harmony between you and...
Ulcers in Horses
Ulcers in Horses
By Ann Jamieson, Eastern Hay and Grain | May 18, 2017 |
Gastric ulcers have been reported to affect 90% of racehorses and 60%...
Adequan® Select World
Adequan® Select World
The American Quarter Horse Association, April 27, 2017 - Last winter, the American Quarter Horse Association solicited host-site bids for the 2018...
Panel Speakers Set for AHC’s National Issues Forum
Panel Speakers Set for AHC's National Issues Forum
(Washington, DC)- The American Horse Council (AHC) is pleased to announce that speakers for the Research and...
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...
